Denture identification system using google maps app

The use of labelled dentures is crucial in various scenarios, such as traffic accidents, cases involving dementia or unconscious patients, and the identification of deceased individuals in mass disasters or natural calamities. In the field of forensic dentistry, denture labelling plays an exceptionally significant role. It is worth noting that while countries like the United States and the United Kingdom have made denture labelling mandatory and follow standardized methods, India currently lacks a uniform approach. Traditionally, two main methods have been employed for denture marking: surface and inclusion methods. These methods involve incorporating information such as the patient's name, age, address, and even Aadhar card number (a unique identification number in India) in the form of a QR code, among other options. However, this article proposes a new approach by suggesting the utilization of the patient's permanent residence address through the Google Maps app. This innovative method offers practicality and enables quick and accurate identification of patients, down to the precise location. By incorporating the patient's permanent residence address into the denture labelling process using the Google Maps app, forensic experts and medical professionals can efficiently identify individuals in various situations. This advancement in denture labelling can greatly enhance the effectiveness of forensic dentistry in India and potentially be adopted as a standardized method for patient identification in the future.