Forensic dentistry (odontology) is a vital branch of forensic science that involves the handling, examination, and evaluation of dental evidence in a court of law. The forensic dentist's work includes the comparison of remains with dental records for human identification, evaluation of bitemarks (animal or human) and comparison with suspect dentitions, the aging of individuals by their dentition, evaluation of oral injuries to resolve civil or criminal cases and providing expert opinion to resolve dental malpractice or negligence issues.