Forensic facial reconstruction is the process of recreating the face of an individual, often to aid in the discovery of an unknown identity (Wikipedia, undated). This computerised system consists of the image processing unit for skull morphometry and the image editing unit for compositing facial components on the skull images (Miyasaka S, Yoshino M, Imaizumi K, Seta S., 1995). Even with only the skeletal remains, several possible digitized facial approximations can be prepared based on the morphology of the skull. After provisional reconstruction, these possible facial images are retouched by correcting skin colors and shades with an 'electronic painting device'. 

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Facial reconstruction is also often used to produce composite drawings, age-processed imagery and post-mortem imagery (FBI, n.d.). Composite drawings are hand-drawn facial composite sketches used to provide useful images of unknown criminal suspects. For fugitives or endangered missing individuals, forensic artists can  prepare enhanced, age-progressed images of them based old family photo. On the other hand, post-mortem imagery provides investigators with acceptable photos of unidentified victims for public release and distribution. Hence, this process facilitates a objective and rapid approach to accurately identify victims. This was previously impossible and victims with only skeletal remains could only be left unidentified.