ABSTRACT
The nomenclature of the Aka-Canturk Oral Autopsy Method has been adopted by the authors for the theoretical and experimental aspects of the oral autopsy protocol for identification purposes of this special age group; the germ extraction protocol for teeth in their developmental stages is well defined.9 Initially, written authorization is essential for the above mentioned oral autopsy examination method. Incisions must be applied to the maxillary and mandibular ridges of the alveolar crests, then the tooth germs can be elevated from both sides with elevators to avoid damaging the tooth during extraction (Fig. 4.1). The tooth germs must then be placed in labeled containers filled with preserving solution, such as 10% formalin solution. This evidence must
Dental analysis has prime importance during forensic research and the identification of deceased individuals. The most significant source of dental evidence is the oral autopsy, which comprises extra-and intraoral examinations and comparison of data. For this reason a Forensic Odontology Unit is a must for all morgue departments. Oral autopsies must contend with difficulties relating to the rigor mortis stage of postmortem changes, which depend on the age of the deceased and the strength of the muscles that precludes the opening of the jaws.
