The statistical analysis of application of teeth in forensic odontology center, Tehran, Iran, 1980-2000

Objective: This retrospective study investigated cases in Tehran Forensic Odontology Center, which have been solved by using teeth as the main proof. Methodology: Two hundred forty eight files in archives of Tehran forensic odonotology center during years 1980 to 2000 were reviewed and the data collected from each file. Results: It shows that only 12 cases (4.8%) used the forensic odonotology for proof of identity and age or crime. Theses 12 cases include seven individual files and five group cases. In individual files, six cases were identified using dental charts, position or morphology of teeth. One case remained unsolved. In-group files, from total of 119 victims, only 26 cases was identified by using dental charts, position of teeth and presence of prosthesis. Conclusions: Most of the cases in Tehran forensic odontology have been solved using either dental records or position of teeth.