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Tackling trauma to lower third of the face

Expert/s: Clinical A/Prof Dieter Gebauer

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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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Tackling trauma to lower third of the face

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Last Updated: 31 Aug, 2021

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