Abstract

Facial reconstruction is a procedure used by forensic anthropologists as a method of determining the likely physical features of unidentified decedents. It is also used in the reconstruction of likely physical attributes of extinct hominids and for historical purposes. The step-by-step procedure of reconstructing a standardized Caucasian male skull was photographically documented. In this presentation, the process and outcome, as well as, the background and scientific significance of facial reconstruction and its relevance to anthropology are discussed.