Abstract
It is a plastic surgeon's mission to cure a wound with the best aesthetic outcome.
However, plastic surgeons are often involved in late post-trauma treatment, when serious deformities such as scar contracture have already arisen. In these cases, plastic surgeons must manage collaboration and communication with other specialists. To achieve that goal, it is important to clarify the treatment plan regarding the size, shape, depth, area of contamination and characteristics of the anatomic defect. In addition, the anticipation of a secondary repair must be considered.
Here, we present multiple dog-bite injury cases, which have increased in incidence due to the recent pet boom. These injuries often involve the naso-labial area where early fundamental treatment and advanced reconstruction are important.
