Digital Forensics Meets Dental Evidence: The Role of Forensic Dentistry in Combating Cybercrime

Abstract

In the age of rapidly advancing technology and rising digital threats, the field of forensic dentistry has begun to play a surprising yet significant role in cybercrime investigations. Traditionally linked to identifying human remains and bite mark analysis, forensic dentists now contribute valuable insights in cases involving identity fraud, digital impersonation, and facial recognition anomalies. Their expertise is crucial in authenticating biometric data, especially where dental imaging intersects with digital identity verification systems. This paper explores how forensic odontology is expanding its scope beyond the conventional, integrating with cyber forensics to tackle crimes like deepfake manipulations, illicit biometric data use, and cross-border identity theft. As cybercrime grows more sophisticated, so too must the interdisciplinary approaches to digital justice.