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The use of dental radiography in the identification of human remains

Expiry Date
: 31/12/2026
CPD Units
: 3.00 Points
Rating
: 4/4

An article highlighting the use of dental x-rays and other means to assist in identifying human remains

Keywords: Forensic dentistry, victim identification, dental radiography

Reading material:

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
The aim of this article is to understand the various uses that dental radiographs have in the identification of remains, as well as understanding the role oral structures play in identification.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

  1. The role of x-rays in the identification of human remains
  2. The radiographic features involved in identification


Instructions for this Module

  • Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
  • You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
  • The pass grade is 70%;
  • You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
  • Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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