A tooth 12,13 and 14 interproximal procedure was being performed.The handpiece was used at the normal speed while using water and no unusual noises were noticed.The doctor paused to change the bur and noticed a 10mm long burn on the lower left lip matching the handpiece.It was a second degree burn.Water was run over the lip for 10 minutes then the patient was sent to a plastic surgeon.The plastic surgeon had to unroof the wound.The patient will have to return to the plastic surgeon for other visits.Currently, the patient has no sensation.
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