Forensic Dentistry (NW180323A)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectForensic Dentistry
Description*Warning: material of a gory and disturbing nature will be shown & discussed, so please bear this in mind when booking*
Additional information

An insight into the world of Forensic Dentistry, encompassing Human Identification, Bitemark analysis and Age assessment.

Venue3 Piccadilly Place, Manchester - Greater Manchester  View details
Date & timeFriday 23 March 2018, 09:00 to 13:00
LecturerDr Richard Evans  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeA, B, C
Course styleLecture
Core topic Not a core topic
CateringRefreshments
CPD hours3:00
Cost£15.00
Aims
  • To introduce the work of the Forensic Odontologist
  • To emphasise the importance of comprehensive dental records within the legal aspects of forensic investigation.
Objectives

This course meets Enhanced CPD Development Outcome: A, B & C

To provide an overview of the processes of dental identification, age estimation and bitemark analysis, including some practical elements. To demonstrate some of the techniques used (including audience participation

Learning outcomes

Dental staff will have knowledge to help ensure their practice procedures will not unduly delay a forensic investigation. To provide insight & knowledge of the procedures involved so that a qualified dentist/DCP could assist an investigation under the supervision of a Forensic Odontologist

 

Participants should have a clear understanding of the need for accurate and comprehensive dental records, and the value that such material affords to forensic investigation.