Journal of Forensic Research

Garima Bhatt

Publications

• Research Article
  Comparison of Rugae Pattern between Dentulous and Edentulous Population of Rajasthan State
  Author(s): Garima BhattGarima Bhatt
  
  Context: Palatal rugae are irregular, transverse palatine folds of the mucous membrane located on the anterior third on the palate. The study of palatal rugae is known as palatal rugoscopy. It has been shown that palatal rugae are unique to every person so they are useful in forensic identification. Aim: To examine the palatal rugae pattern in dentulous and edentulous individuals. Settings and design: The total samples of 100 participants were taken divided in two groups consisting of 50 dentulous and 50 edentulous participants. Methods and material: The Number, length and qualitative characteristics of rugae were recorded on maxillary casts which were delineated using sharp graphite pencil based on the classification proposed by Thomas and Kotze. Statistical analysis used: Data obtained using these criteria and prepared for statistical ana.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2157-7145.1000254

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