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Human bites of the lip.

H W Losken, J A Auchincloss

    Clinics in Plastic Surgery
    |October 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    Lip bites are common injuries. Small lip bites (<10 mm) are managed conservatively, while larger ones require surgery, with infection prompting delayed surgical intervention.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    • Trauma Surgery

    Background:

    • Human lip bites represent a frequent type of facial trauma.
    • Management protocols vary based on bite size and presence of infection.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the standard treatment guidelines for human lip bites.
    • To differentiate conservative versus surgical approaches based on injury severity.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of common clinical practices for lip bite management.
    • Classification of lip bites by size (= 10 mm) and infection status.

    Main Results:

    • Conservative management is indicated for lip bites smaller than 10 mm.
    • Surgical intervention is necessary for lip bites exceeding 10 mm.
    • Infected lip bites necessitate delayed surgical treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • Timely and appropriate management of lip bites is crucial for optimal outcomes.
    • Treatment decisions should be guided by bite size and the presence or absence of infection.