Protective Lip Guard for Prevention of Lip Injury during Third Molar and other Intraoral Surgeries

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2018-09
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International Research Organization for Life and Health Sciences
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Aim: Soft tissue injury, especially lip burns, is very common complications seen during the third molar and other intraoral surgical procedures. To overcome this complication, we have devised a custom-made protective lip guard which is beneficial for the patient as well as surgeon. Conclusion: It is simple device, very easy to fabricate, does not require any special armamentarium or material to fabricate, not time consuming, and eco-friendly. It is comfortable and readily accepted by the patient.
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Ansari Mohammad, Mutha Ankita, Oswal Rajesh. Protective Lip Guard for Prevention of Lip Injury during Third Molar and other Intraoral Surgeries. IJSS Journal of Surgery. 2018 Sep; 4(5): 12-15