Philadelphia City Branding Image  Medical Examiner's Office
Forensic Odontology  The forensic odontology unit consists of
consultants who are called in as needed to assist with the
identification of decedents, including badly decomposed, burned
or mutilated remains. Additionally, they perform analysis on
suspected bite marks and can often rule suspects in or out based
on a comparison of the dentition.  The forensic odontology unit
does not accept interns.  Did you know…in cases where dental
records or x-rays do not exist, the odontologist may be able to
use photographs of the person smiling or photographs that show
the person’s teeth to make a positive identification.