Which term refers to evidence used to identify human remains in criminal or civil cases?

• A. Forensic Dentistry
• B. Jurisprudence
• C. Libel
• D. Insurance Fraud

Answer: (A)

Forensic dentistry uses dental evidence to identify human remains in criminal or civil cases. It involves comparing antemortem dental records (like charts and radiographs) with postmortem findings, looking at tooth morphology, restorations, unique dental work, and even patterns of wear. These comparisons can confirm identity when other methods aren’t available, and dental professionals may be called as expert witnesses to present the evidence in court. Bite-mark analysis can be part of forensic dentistry, though it’s a debated area and not always decisive. The other terms refer to different concepts: jurisprudence is the study or philosophy of law, libel is written defamation, and insurance fraud involves deception to obtain money from insurers. So forensic dentistry is the term that specifically describes evidence used to identify human remains.