Identification and Beyond: Exploring the Many Faces of Forensic Odontology
Six CE credits recommended for dentists, hygienists and dental assistants
Education Methods: lecture, slides, case studies and discussion
This comprehensive lecture provides an in-depth overview of forensic odontology--its vital role in human identification, its expanding scope within medical and legal contexts, and the evolving technology shaping the field. Participants will explore the latest research, innovative software tools, and the use of national databases and international standards that are transforming modern forensic dentistry. The course will highlight other essential areas of practice such as bite mark analysis, dental age estimation, and the forensic odontologist's involvement in civil and criminal investigations. Whether new to the field or an experienced practitioner, participants will come away with a deeper understanding of the art, science and expanding professional responsibilities of forensic odontology.
At the conclusion of the course, participants should be able to:
-- recognize how emerging research, technologies and software are advancing the field and shaping best practices in forensic odontology.
-- gain insight into the processes of bite mark anaylsis and dental age assessment.
-- understand the professional pathways for deeper involvement and certification in forensic dentistry.
Presented by Kenneth Aschheim, DDS, D-ABFO, a board certified Diplomate of the American Board of Forensic Odontology who serves as the Assistant Chief Forensic Odontologist for New York City's Office of Chief Medical Examiner. Renowned for integrating forensic odontology with advanced computer science and artificial intelligence, he developed the UDIM dental module for New York City's Unified Victim Identification System (UVIS) and co-created the OdontoSearch website with Dr. Bradley Adams. Expanding into AI, he has partnered with industry leaders to develop AI-based dental identification software, led a machine learning project on dental age estimation and co-led an oral pathology initiative with the ITU and World Health Organization. Dr. Aschheim has no additional relevant financial relationships to disclose.
| Date: |
Friday, October 16, 2026
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| Time: |
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Registration at 8:30 a.m. Snacks provided; Meals are on your own |
| Location: |
Tokishi Training Center, 124 Nypum Dr, Wellsboro, PA16901
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Fees:
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$150 - PDA/ADA Member dentist
$0 - PDA Retired/Life Member or Member w/ Volunteer License
$250 - Nonmember dentist
$90 - Non-dentist dental team |
CE Credits:
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6 continuing education credits
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Cancellation policy: A refund, less a 10% administrative fee, will be issued if the registration is cancelled in writing seven days prior to the program you are attending. Refunds are not issued for no shows.
PDA is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
PDA designates this activity for 6 (six) continuing education credits.
Online registration is available to PDA member dentists and their non-dentist team members. PDA member dentists have a user id and password for PDA's website. To register online, sign in with your user id (for most members, the default user id is your first initial, last name and 4 digit year of birth with no spaces or punctuation) and password (default is lowercase letters ada and your ADA membership number with no spaces or punctuation).
ADA dentists outside PA, non-member dentists and dental team members who are not attending the meeting with a PDA member dentist, should contact PDA at (717) 234-5941, ext. 117 or email Rebecca at rvn@padental.org.