Facial Trauma

MAXILLOFACIAL TRAUMA

There are a number of possible causes of facial trauma such as motor vehicle accidents, accidental falls, sports injuries, interpersonal violence and work related injuries. Types of facial injuries can range from damaged teeth to extremely severe injuries of the skin and bones of the face. Typically, facial injuries are classified as either soft tissue injuries (skin and gums), bone injuries (fractures), or injuries to special regions (such as the teeth, eyes, facial nerves or the salivary glands).

SOFT TISSUE INJURIES OF THE MAXILLOFACIAL REGION

When soft tissue injuries such as lacerations occur on the face, they are repaired by suturing. In addition to the obvious concern of providing a repair that yields the best cosmetic result possible, care is taken to inspect for and treat injuries to structures such as facial nerves, salivary glands and salivary ducts (or outflow channels). Dr. Traub is a well-trained oral and maxillofacial surgeon and is proficient at diagnosing and treating all types of facial lacerations.