Lacerations of the mouth

Emerg Med Clin North Am. 2000 Aug;18(3):471-80, vi. doi: 10.1016/s0733-8627(05)70139-5.

Abstract

Soft-tissue and bony injuries of the face and oral cavity constitute much of the trauma seen in the emergency department. These types of wounds can be frightening for patients. The management of patients with oral lacerations, including those of the oral mucosa, gingiva, tongue, and lip, is addressed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Debridement
  • Emergency Service, Hospital
  • Humans
  • Lip / injuries
  • Mouth / injuries*
  • Mouth Mucosa / injuries
  • Physical Examination
  • Sutures
  • Wound Infection / prevention & control