Palatal rugae patterns are anatomic structures considered unique to each person. Monozygotic twins present similarities, however, Rugoscopy in particular, may contribute to their individualization for forensic purposes. The aims of this study were: to study the palatal rugae classifications of Briñón; to propose improvements to facilitate use of this method, if pertinent; and to characterize pa...

Identification of individuals can be difficult in cases like accidents, or in mass disaster conditions. The oral cavity plays a significant role in identification of victims because it comprises of unique anatomy of dentition. However in certain cases, if teeth are lost due reasons like caries, periodontal problems. Human palatal rugae have been suggested as an alternative method for identifica...

INTRODUCTION: Palatal rugae are asymmetrical irregular elevations of dense connective tissues located on the anterior third palate extending either side mid palatine raphae, behind incisive papilla. rugoscopy is defined as study palatal patterns. The uniqueness suggests their important role in personal identification and they well protected by lips, buccal pad fat teeth. They considered to be s...