Head and Neck Sx

Question 1

What causes a labial avulsio

Answer 1

Typically caused by a shearing trauma

- avulses along the mucogingival line leaving very little soft tissue for attachment

Question 2

How do you treat labial avulsion?

Answer 2

Suture reconstruction is effective for maxillary lesions

• Suture reconstruction of lower lip often fail because of the weight of the lip
• place a interdental stent to support the weight of the lip