Application of odontometric dimensions of molars in sex assessment in Bulgarians

Folia Med (Plovdiv). 2022 Oct 31;64(5):793-798. doi: 10.3897/folmed.64.e66861.

Abstract

Sex estimation is an important step in developing a biological profile. Teeth are one of the most durable physical elements in the human body and thus can be used very successfully for this purpose. The aim of the present study was to determine sex differences in odontometric dimensions of maxillary and mandibular molars in Bulgarians.

Keywords: Bulgarians molars odontometric measurements sexual dimorphism.

MeSH terms

  • Bulgaria
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Molar*

Supplementary concepts

  • Bulgarian people