Paleodontology: The relatively unexplored aspect of Forensic Odontology.

Abstract

The scope of Forensic Odontology is not only limited to medicolegal cases related to present-day humans but also extends to involve study of
archaeological remains. Paleodontology is a subset field of Forensic Odontology that deals exclusively with such specimens with an objective to
provide insights about oral as well as general aspects of ancient populations. The goal of such research would be to gain knowledge about our
ancestral populations and subsequently, our own history along with phylogenetic correlation. The present review provides information about research
conducted in various aspects of the field of Paleodontology while simultaneously elaborating its scope.