Patient received a second degree burn injury to their lower lip during a third molar extraction procedure on teeth numbers 1, 16, 17, 32.The doctor did not note any heat from the device during the procedure, the abnormal heating of the device was only noted after blistering had been observed on the patient's lip.The patient is reported to be healing normally without need for additional medical treatment at this time.Device has been removed from use at the practice and is being held by doctor at this time in relation to possible patient claim.Device will be sent to manufacturer once doctor has cleared any need in relation to patient claim.
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