| Autor: |
Rishabh G Mistry, Treville Pereira, Subraj Shetty, Swati Gotmare, A K Anjali, Rutuja Vidhale |
| Jazyk: |
angličtina |
| Rok vydání: |
2021 |
| Předmět: |
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| Zdroj: |
Muller Journal of Medical Sciences and Research, Vol 12, Iss 2, Pp 90-94 (2021) |
| Druh dokumentu: |
article |
| ISSN: |
0975-9727 |
| DOI: |
10.4103/mjmsr.mjmsr_3_21 |
| Popis: |
Introduction: Forensic odontology is the application of dental knowledge in human identification. It has major implications in criminal investigation, and human remains identification. Objective: The aim of this study is to introspect the attitude and knowledge of forensic odontology among general dental practitioners (GDPs) in Mumbai. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in a sample size of 225 GDPs of Mumbai with the help of an online questionnaire comprising 11 questions. Results: GDPs were found to have a lack of exposure and poor knowledge regarding the subject of forensic odontology. Only 13.3% of dentists have had a formal training in the subject. About 29.3% are unaware that they can testify in the court and support the investigation. Conclusion: The lack of awareness and knowledge among dentists will hinder the criminal investigation. Hence, awareness should be created among young dentists and more courses should be available in the field. |
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