Wolf Bueschgen

Genuine cases each with unique challenges will be used to illustrate how clinical dentistry is utilized in various forensic investigations.

Odontology basics for Coroner and Medical Examiner offices This course details the evolution of forensic dentistry.  Who were the first forensic dentists, who is qualified to do cases, as well as the types of cases a forensic dentist does.  Explains what coroners need to know and do in order to get a successful ID and how to document dental evidence.  Attendees will be able to better understand the utility and limitations of forensic dentistry and when it's use is most appropriate

Overview: The attendee will understand how teeth are used to answer questions in both archaeological and forensic contexts, how methodologies between these are similar and different depending on the questions asked. How these analyses affect us and future directions of the field.