Andrea Sayuri Silveira Dias Terada

Orthodontic Use of Documentation in Identification of a Skeletonized Body in Legal Dental Practice

The analysis of dental records is an essential tool for human identification. The present study aimed to highlight the importance of dental records for identification of skeletonized bodies. In form of conclusion, the method of dental identification using dental records represents a valid option for forensic dentistry. ˚

Mercado de Trabajo de Odontologia Forense en Brasil

La Odontologia Forense, se caracteriza por ofrecer a la justicia, el conocimiento dental. El Odontologo Forense en Brasil, puede desempenarse en materia civil, penal, laboral y administrativa. El objetivo de la investigacion fue evaluar el mercado de trabajo para los especialistas en Odontologia Forense, tratando de conocer el perfil profesional, aspectos de empleabilidad, remuneracion y perspectivas de estos profesionales. El grupo de edad predominante comprende de 31 a 40 anos de edad y existe un equilibrio entre hombres y mujeres. La region sudeste tiene el mayor numero de profesionales y los expertos consideran que el mercado laboral se esta expandiendo en sectores prometedores y bien pagados. Ent re los diversos campos de la actividad, esta la docencia y la posicion de Odontologo Forense en las fuerzas policiales a traves de concursos publicos, son estas, las principales areas responsables del creciente interes de los Dentistas por esta especialidad. Se concluye, que hay una distribucion heterogenea de profesionales especialistas en Odontologia Forense, entre las regiones de Brasil, sin embargo, el mercado laboral parece estar creciendo, con algunas ramas dentro del area que pueden ser explotadas por los profesionales.

The use of a DNA stabilizer in human dental tissues stored under different temperature conditions and time intervals

Objective The present study evaluated the use of a reagent to stabilize the DNA extracted from human dental tissues stored under different temperature conditions and time intervals. Material and Methods A total of 161 teeth were divided into two distinct groups: intact teeth and isolated dental pulp tissue. The samples were stored with or without the product at different time intervals and temperature. After storage, DNA extraction and genomic DNA quantification were performed using real-time PCR; the fragments of the 32 samples that represented each possible condition were analyzed to find the four pre-selected markers in STR analysis. Results The results of the quantification showed values ranging from 0.01 to 10,246.88 ng/μL of DNA. The statistical difference in the quantity of DNA was observed when the factors related to the time and temperature of storage were analyzed. In relation to the use of the specific reagent, its use was relevant in the group of intact teeth when they were at room temperature for 30 and 180 days. The analysis of the fragments in the 32 selected samples was possible irrespective of the amount of DNA, confirming that the STR analysis using an automated method yields good results. Conclusions The use of a specific reagent showed a significant difference in stabilizing DNA in samples of intact human teeth stored at room temperature for 30 and 180 days, while the results showed no justification for using the product under the other conditions tested.

Civil liability of the dental surgeon: professionals’ knowledge

Objective: To analyze the dentist’s knowledge about civil liability and its means of protection. Methods: One hundred licensed dentists were randomly selected from the list of professionals registred at the city hall of Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil. These professionals were asked to answer a questionnaire, the answers of which were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results: The results showed that all professionals considered the knowledge of their liability in their dental practice important, and 94% had heard about this topic, mainly during dental meetings or during their university courses. Regarding the type of obligation assumed by the professionals, 28% believe that the dentist should guarantee of results, 28% believe they should not, and 44% reported that the guarantee of results depended upon the specific dental field. Regarding the increase in the number of civil lawsuits against dentists, 79% of the participants are aware of this fact, and 57% know at least one case of prosecution. Moreover, 41% of the professionals proved to be legally insecure in their dental practice; 72% of the respondents know about the civil liability insurance, 45% have this insurance, and 82% would feel safer buying this type of protection. Conclusion: It could therefore be concluded that the dental professionals are concerned about the issues involving civil liability and its means of protection for their professional careers. Uniterms: Forensic dentistry. Civil liability. Knowledge. REFERÊNCIAS 1. Nader P. Introdução ao estudo do direito. 23a ed. Rio de Janeiro: Forense; 2003. 2. Latorraca MM, Flores MRP, Silva RHA. Conhecimento dos aspectos legais da documentação odontológica de cirurgiõesdentistas do município de Franca, SP, Brasil. RFO. 2012; 17(3):268-72. 3. Simonetti FAA. Responsabilidade civil do cirurgião-dentista. Rev Assoc Paul Cir Dent. 1999; 53(6): 449-51. 4. Silva RHA, Musse JO, Melani RFH, Oliveira RN. Responsabilidade civil do cirurgião-dentista: a importância do assistente técnico. Rev Dental Press Ortodon Ortopedi Facial. 2009; 14(6): 6571. 5. Paula FJ, Motta MV, Bersácola RN, Muñoz DR, Silva M. Panorama das ações de responsabilidade civil contra o odontólogo nos tribunais do Brasil. Rev Paul Odontol. 2010; 32(4): 22-8. 6. Kfouri-Neto M. Responsabilidade civil do médico. 4a ed. São Paulo: Revista dos Tribunais; 2002. 7. Silva RHA. Orientação profissional para o cirurgião-dentista: ética e legislação. São Paulo: Santos; 2010. 8. Cabral CPV. Responsabilidade civil do cirurgião