Br J Oral Surg. 1977 Mar;14(3):199-202.

Plastic bullet injury: a case report.

Abstract

Plastic bullets have been introduced into Northern Ireland for use by the Security Forces in riot control. They are alleged to be more accurate in flight than the rubber bullet and are cheaper to produce. The injuries to a patient caused by a plastic bullet are described.

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