Abstract Background The Mandibular Canine Index (MCI) comprises a method of sex
estimation by teeth that presents controversial results in the literature. Main body This …

Background and Objective. In forensic investigations, mandibular canines provide excellent
materials to identify gender since they are more likely to survive disasters. The objective of …

Aim: To assess the reliability of MCI in gender determination in Indian population. Settings
and Design: This was an experimental study involving the preparation of plaster models of …

Materials and Methods: The study consisted of 400 subjects, 200 males and 200 females in
the age group of 20–40 years. The mesiodistal (MD) width of the right and left canine and …

The identification of gender is of significance in case of major disasters where bodies are
often damaged beyond recognition Teeth are the hardest and chemically the most stable …

The Value of Maxillary Central Incisors and Canines in Gender Determination as an Aid in
Forensic Dentistry Orthodontics Page 1 8 Iraqi Dental Journal | volume 36 ,Issue 1 - Mar. 2014 …

Background: Canines are considered an excellent tool to distinguish gender in
criminological investigations, since they are the most likely surviving parts of a victim's body …

Establishing a person's identity is important for both legal and humanitarian purposes. Sex
determination is a key characteristic used in the identification of a deceased individual. The …

Introduction: Sexual dimorphism is one of the most important implications in forensic
investigations and anthropological studies. Teeth are becoming a good source of material …

Background: The aim of this study is to determine sexual dimorphism using anterior teeth
measurements and its use as an ancillary tool for sexual determination. Methods: In this …