In this episode:

• Altered sensation of lip and chin, an altered bite or malocclusion or change in tooth position are important signs of significant injury
• Ensure there is no compromise of the airway or underlying circulation
• Investigate with a 3D-CT without contrast or 2 plain X-rays, an OPG and a P-A of the mandible
• If the fracture is open, initiate antibiotics and ensure fracture and wound is managed within 48 hours

Host: Dr David Lim, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 30 mins

Guest: Clinical A/Prof Dieter Gebauer, Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Recommended resources:

• The Cutting Edge: Peripheral Nerve Block Workshop
• CTEC website