Multiple impacted permanent teeth are usually related to syndromes, metabolic and hormonal disorders. However, in some cases, impaction of multiple teeth is not associated with any syndrome. In this report, we present a case of 17-year-old male patient with missing teeth. Radiographs revealed multiple impacted permanent teeth, though medical and family history along with physical examination was not suggestive of any syndromes. If other investigations are negative, an idiopathic case of multiple impacted teeth is suggested to be the possible diagnosis. The objective of this report is to increase awareness of such cases especially in the absence of hereditary/genetic/metabolic factors usually inherent in such scenarios. The patient management in such cases needs to be planned specifically from a multidisciplinary standpoint.

Forensic dentistry as a science has evolved from simple methods of age estimation and bite-mark analysis, to a new era of genetic and serological investigations. DNA analysis in forensic science requires a sample or source from either an individual (living or dead) or a crime/incident site. The orofacial region is a good source of such material, due to the fact that certain oral tissues are relatively resistant to environmental degradation and destruction by thermal, electrical, and mechanical insult. Dentists may be called upon to provide samples and expert analysis in many such situations. Sources include soft and hard tissues of teeth and jaws, saliva, biopsy material, and mucosal swabs. Tissue samples should be handled with care, and correct protocol in collection and preparation has to be followed. This ensures a high yield of the required DNA. Hard tissues like teeth require specialized procedures to extract the genetic material. Research has shown that there is a wide variation in the quality and quantity of DNA extracted from different individuals from the same site even under similar conditions. This necessitates calibration of the various methods to achieve best results. DNA analysis can provide highly accurate identification if used correctly. Here a description of the various sources in the oral region has been provided from which samples could be forwarded to the forensic laboratory. Most commonly employed techniques of collection and handling for laboratory procedures have been outlined.

Most physical injuries resulting from abuse or violence are found on the head and neck areas that are clearly visible to the dental team during examination. Given that dental professionals routinely assess the head, face, and neck of patients, they are in a unique position to identify the signs of abuse and neglect. Involvement of a dentist in the protection team may be beneficial and can lead to early intervention. This article brings to light the importance of questioning and physical examination and the role of a dentist in identifying abuse, assault, and accident.

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The main aim of the present work is to study the position and variation in nutrient foramen in relation to styloid process and its distance from the the styloid process which is most important in a fibular flap during mandibular reconstruction. Fibula is one of the long bones present on the lateral side of leg. It receives its own neuro‐vascular bundle apart from the muscles attached to it. The upper end of the fibula with its nutrient artery and nerve entering its nutrient foramen along with muscles attached to it is preferred in most of the mandibular reconstruction and is called as fibular flap. While doing the fibular flap, care is being taken to avoid damage to neuro‐vascular bundle to fibula. The aim of the present work is study the position of nutrient foramen and its distance from the styloid process. The nutrient artery to fibula arises from the peroneal artery which winds around the neck of fibula and descends down along the fibula deep Flexor Hallucis Longus. Near the middle of fibula, it gives off nutrient artery which enters the nutrient foramen, and ramify within the fibula. The study has been carried out in 50 dry specimen (fibula) and radiological study has been carried out in 30 normal individuals. Various parameters like position and direction of nutrient foramen, distance from the styloid process were studied in the dry fibula and the same study was carried out in the radiology of fibula of normal individuals. The results have been tabulated and compared between the dry specimen and the normal individuals. These results were later correlated with the clinical application while tracing the nutrient foramen with the artery during mandibular reconstruction.