Tackling trauma to lower third of the face

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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

 

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Last Updated: 31 Aug, 2021

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