Intraoral injury by canine bite: a case report

Abstract

ABSTRACT Animal bites account for 15% of emergency hospital cases and are more frequent in males and children. These injuries may compromise the esthetics and functionality of the victims. Correct management of these cases, including careful attention to tetanus and rabies immunization, contributed to complete resolution. To report a case of a single deep laceration in the region of the jugal mucosa with a red color and irregular contour caused by a canine bite and discuss the therapeutic approach for its treatment. A 45-year-old white male patient with an intraoral lesion caused by a canine bite was treated at a public family health unit 1 d after trauma. Treatments included antisepsis, immunization, antibiotic prophylaxis, general recommendations, and follow-up. There are controversies regarding the closure of the lesion and antibiotic prophylaxis. The present case report contributes to clarifying a proper treatment approach for lesions that involve the intraoral mucosa, a region highly permeable to viruses and rich in microorganisms.

Keywords

• Dentistry
• Facial Injuries
• Wound Infection