## 6 Summary and Prospects  
### Summary  
This section summarizes the advantages of the computerized approach. Essentially, using modern digitization methods such as photogrammetry, digital images of a skull can be produced in the form of three-dimensional models in a matter of minutes. These are then used as the basis for further modeling steps. For ethical reasons, the costly reproduction of the original is not necessary, as the modeling is always carried out on the digital image and not on the original skull.  
Particularly in the case of people who have been lying down for a long time or victims of severe violence in the facial area, skull finds often show fragmentation and destruction, which must be reconstructed before the actual work can begin. Traditionally, this is carried out by hand, using plaster, clay, or other materials. Computer-aided approaches work in a similar way but are much more flexible. Where it is not possible to reconstruct missing parts of the face using traditional methods, methods such as computer-aided morphing open up new possibilities for reconstructing missing areas of the skull.  
One of the most important factors in facial soft tissue reconstruction is the use of anatomical soft tissue markers. An exception is the Russian method, developed by [PERSON] in 1971, in which only the anatomy of the skull forms the basis of the reconstruction. The reference to these markers is essential for the individualization of a face, as some of them are deliberately over- or under-represented at any given time, depending on the information available about the individual in question. Thanks to the many visualization features of facial soft tissue reconstruction software, such problems can be solved literally at the touch of a button. In contrast, reference to anatomical soft tissue markers is possible with conventional methods, but only to a limited extent.  
A problem that tends to arise with historical findings is the subsequent adaptation of the models, especially when the information base is sparse. Classical methods are clearly limited in their flexibility, as individual facial features of hardened plaster models cannot be easily exchanged and optimized or hairstyles quickly colored. The use of digital model libraries makes it possible to adapt computer-generated models quickly and easily, for example, to color hair or reduce the size of a nose. In addition, the computer-aided reconstruction process can be partially automated using developed scripts and modules in the form of so-called add-ons, in particular for the selection and positioning of anatomical soft tissue markers and the generation of individual facial features.  
In summary, classical methods are not obsolete or ineffective. However, computer-aided approaches offer advantages that make it possible to deal with the known problems in this field more flexibly and, in some cases, more effectively and efficiently.  
The advantages of digital reconstruction are particularly evident in so-called cold cases, where conventional investigations often fail due to a lack of comparative material. In the past, the high methodological requirements and costs made widespread use of such techniques almost impossible. Digital approaches, combined with specialized software development and medical expertise, now allow for time-efficient and flexible implementation. A practical example of the application of this method was illustrated using a case from 1993 (Case 1) and from 2021 (Case 2). Digital reconstruction techniques were used to illustrate the benefits of this modern technique. Digital facial soft tissue reconstruction not only offers greater accuracy but also significantly speeds up the entire identification process. This is particularly valuable in cases where traditional methods fail, and rapid identification can be critical. In summary, by integrating advanced software and medical expertise, digital facial soft tissue reconstruction offers an effective solution for the identification of unknown persons, especially in complex cold cases.