The analysis of bite marks is a challenging and convoluted part of Forensic Odontology. Various interrelated factors such as location of the bite and skin elasticity complicate the bite mark analysis. The relationship between the bite mark and the biochemical properties of skin has been well-documented but there is need to consider the variety of skin tones as a factor to explore. The aim of this pilot study was to analyse the appearance of bite marks on 5 different types of skin tones of 15 subjects (6 males and 9 females) from 11 nationalities and age ranged from 21 to 46 years. A pair of 3D printed dental cast was transferred onto a mechanical apparatus for production of experimental bitemarks by using 12.5 kg of weight. Common imaging m...