Evaluation of the effectiveness of the Chronological Dental Mineralization Table of Permanent Teeth among Brazilians in the city of Belo Horizonte

The knowledge of an individual age, especially children and young people, is important in civil criminal cases, such as adoption when determining imputability. To estimate this there are no suitable documents to prove it, body development factors used, those that show the stages mineralization teeth. estimation, numerous tables have been developed most diverse regions. aim study was analyze accuracy Chronological Table Mineralization Permanent Teeth among Brazilians a region different from which method developed, namely, Vale do Paraíba (SP - Brazil). For purpose, 442 panoramic radiographs individuals aged 5 years 20 4 months, taken central city Belo Horizonte (MG), were used. After applying table, with determination each tooth present radiograph average between them, using data by authors, total percentage correct answers 63.5%, showing low number, age range 14 17 years. When analyzed for sexual dimorphism, significant differences found. Through study, one can perceive need standardization detailing methodology, besides its updating complementation encompass dental regions country.