On examination:
Extraorally on right lateral unit of the cheek, there was a circular
injury of approximately 3cm in diameter which was communicating
intraorally to the oral cavity. There was herniation of the buccal pad
of fat, blood clots, and superficial burn around the wound (Fig 1).
Intraorally, on the right buccal mucosa laceration of around 1 cm along
with the herniated buccal pad of fat was present. The parotid gland
appeared to be injured however, facial and trigeminal nerve functions
were intact. No injuries were present on other body parts. Based upon
the findings, a clinical diagnosis of soft tissue
injury2 was made.