Gender and race determination in forensic odontology- an overview

Forensic odontology is a branch of Forensic medicine which helps in identifying the victims or criminals in cases of disasters or crimes. Identification of gender of an individual is usually one of the first and foremost part of forensic investigation. In cases of mass disasters, accidents and chemical mishaps, the identification of race of the individual is also important for proper records. The various unique features of the craniofacial skeleton and dentition helps in this identification. The purpose of this review article is to discuss about the various methods for the identification of gender and race of an individual in forensic odontology.