ProceduresFACIAL TRAUMAOral and Maxillofacial surgeons are trained, skilled and uniquely qualified to manage and treat facial trauma. Facial injuries treated by Drs. Coleman & Muldoon include:
There are a number of possible causes of facial trauma. Motor vehicle accidents, accidental falls, sports injuries, interpersonal violence and work related injuries account for many. Types of facial injuries can range from injuries of 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), bony injuries (fractures), or injuries to special regions (such as the eyes, facial nerves or the salivary glands). 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). Our doctors are well trained and proficient at diagnosing and treating all types of facial lacerations. Fractures of the bones of the face are treated in a manner similar to the fractures in other parts of the body. Specific treatment is determined by various factors, which include the location of the fracture, the severity of the fracture, and the age and general health of the patient. Website Design by PBHS Inc. 2002 |