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Similar injuries sometimes occur on the lower margin of the bone 

 at the seat of the curb chain. 



Treatment. — ^Clean the part thoroughly and remove all fragments 

 of bone. Tincture of iodine or a solution composed of camphor gum 

 8 ounces and carbolic acid 3 ounces is then carefully applied to the 

 bottom of the wound by means of a very small cotton swab. All 

 particles of food must be removed and the dressing repeated daily 

 until healing occurs. 



