Description
Book SynopsisThe second edition of the first stand-alone reference on the subject, this volume contains over 1,500 photographs of which more than 1,300 are in color. It illustrates the many facets of bitemark recognition, diagnosis, handling, excision, lifting, transillumination, and courtroom testimony. New topics in this edition include the history of bitemarks dating back to biblical times, practical tips in forensic bitemark photography, techniques for hair removal and impression taking, the use of the Confocal Laser Microscopy (CLM) and the Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) in bitemark study, new research findings, and information on expert witnesses.
Trade Review"I salute Dr. Dorion and the many top-flight individuals involved in this effort for bringing together an awesome amount of information on an important subject in an organized fashion. The text Bitemark Evidence remains unchallenged in its field." -Gerald L. Vale, DDS, MDS, MPH, JD, D-ABFO, Past President, American Board of Forensic Odontology; Distinguished Fellow, American Academy of Forensic Sciences " ... a necessary guide for anyone involved with this field including odontologists, police investigators, lawyers, and medical examiners. The expanded second edition of Bitemark Evidence is the essential reference for bitemark analysis and comparison." -Dr. Dirk van der Meer, B.Sc., D.M.D., Armstrong, British Columbia, in Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal
Table of ContentsA Historical Perspective. Bitemark Recognition. Description of the Bitemark. Collection of Bitemark Evidence, A: Noninvasive Analyses. Collection of Bitemark Evidence, B: Invasive Analyses. Bitemark Variables and Cases. Research. Collection of Evidence from the Suspect. Methods of Comparison. The Reports. Prevention and Contamination. Legal Considerations and the Courtroom. Contentious Issues. Appendices. Index.
