A forensic aspect of age characteristics of dentine using transversal microradiography: A case report

Abstract

Background: Translucency of dentine is the result of occlusion of the corresponding dentinal tubules by a mineral substance which has a refractive index similar to that of the rest of the dentine. Case presentation: This case report describes the microradiographic features of an upper cadaveric canine. Transverse microradiograph is one of the methods assessing apical dentine translucency for various dental and medical reasons. Conclusion: Estimation of age using teeth structures may be of primary value in forensic dentistry, especially when soft tissues are severely destructed. © 2009 Vasiliadis et al; licensee BioMed Central Ltd.