Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology

SCOPUS
  • Year: 2025
  • Volume: 18
  • Issue: 7

Integration of Advanced Technology in Forensic Odontology: Revolutionizing Identification and Forensic Analysis

  • Author:
  • Yessy Andriani Fauziah1,3,*, Ida Bagus Narmada2, Eveline Yulia Darmadi3, Anneke Paramita Adityatama3, Dian Agustin Wahjuningrum4, Ahmad Yudianto5, Arofi Kurniawan6
  • Total Page Count: 8
  • Page Number: 3250 to 3257

1Doctoral Program in Dental Science, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Jawa Timur, 60132, Indonesia

3School of Dental Medicine, Universitas Ciputra, Surabaya, Jawa Timur, 60219, Indonesia

2Department of Orthodontic, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Jawa Timur, 60132, Indonesia

4Department of Conservative Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Jawa Timur, 60132, Indonesia

5Department of Forensic and Medicolegal, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Jawa Timur, 60132, Indonesia

6Department of Odontology Forensic, Faculty of Dental, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Jawa Timur, 60132, Indonesia

Abstract

Forensic dentistry has experienced considerable modification owing to new technologies, modifying identification, and analytical procedures. This literature review examines how modern technology advancements, such as artificial intelligence, three-dimensional imaging technologies, and digital forensic methodologies, substantially improve the precision, efficacy, and complexity of forensic dentistry. AI algorithms are instrumental in the automated analysis of dental records, the identification of bite marks, and the estimation of age, effectively minimizing human error and expediting the identification process. The utilization of three-dimensional imaging technology improves the detailed visualization and reconstruction of dental anatomy, facilitating more accurate comparisons and analysis. Digital forensic approaches, encompassing electronic medical records and databases, have significantly enhanced the organization and retrieval of dental information, which is essential for cross-referencing in criminal investigations and identifying disaster victims (DVI). Even with its many positive aspects, the incorporation of these technologies has ethics and practical issues, including worries about data security, the demand for consistent protocols, and the necessity for forensic dentists to learn new technical abilities. This review highlights the transformational impact of new technology on forensic odontology while addressing essential ethical considerations for their adoption. The examination shows the value of ongoing enhancements and collaboration between departments to augment the efficacy of forensic investigations.

Keywords

Advanced technology, Forensic odontology, Forensic analysis, Identification