Awareness of Forensic Odontology among Dentists in Pakistan and its Impact on Dental Record Keeping

Background: Forensic odontology (FO) has an important role to play in the field of forensic science gather evidence for human identification. Dental records form integral component this regard. practitioners need be aware legal significance dental record keeping. They should able provide accurate information on which can based. Aim: To assess awareness regarding FO and record-keeping practices amongst partitioners Pakistan. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among clinical practice. Results: total 380 responses were received. Results showed that only 2% respondents studied subject dentistry at undergraduate or postgraduate level. 88 % individuals interested receiving formal training 96% recommended introduced as a separate program More than half reported lack their Conclusions: Limited observed Pakistan primarily due exposure subject. In terms keeping, limited number our adhering it. Hence, there is develop measures promote knowledge about management Keywords: odontology, awareness, education, records,