Is death instant with gunshot through mouth?

Answer 1

When someone shoots themslef in the head they generally stick with two main areas. Most would think that shooting yourself in the side of the head would be the quicker way because you are sure to hit your brain. This is not the case sometomes as people usually flinch before pulling the trigger. If you shot yourself in the mouth and aimed towards the base of your skull you would penetrate the brainstem with is essential to life. Due to the muzzle of the gun being in the mouth there is less room for it to move around and less of a chance you miss. hope this helps.