ABSTRACT
A. Although dog bites can occur anywhere on the body, they are particularly troubling when they involve the face. The soft tissue injuries resulting from a bite vary from partial-thickness lacerations to avulsions with loss of muscle and bone.
B. Dog breeds most commonly involved include the pit bull terrier, aikita, chow, doberman, and rottweiler. The best treatment is primary prevention; care should be taken in handling any of these breeds. Particular attention should be given when young children are around these dogs.
