Abstract
Microstomia due to isolated orofacial injury arising from the explosion of cell phone battery is extremely rare. Such devastating injuries are generally associated with warfare. We recently encountered a case in an 18-year-old student, whose lower face was literally blown off in a cell battery blast injury. Initial resuscitation, debridement and primary repair were carried out in a local plastic surgery clinic. Six months later, he reported to us with gross microstomia; inability to eat solid foods and look after his oral hygiene. Secondary repair was undertaken to correct his deformity utilizing local soft tissues to achieve satisfactory mouth opening. Subsequently, prosthodontic rehabilitation was carried out by providing complete dentures to allow him resume near normal life.
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