Faciomaxillary Trauma
Faciomaxillary trauma refers to injuries involving the face, jaw, and associated structures resulting from accidents, assaults, sports injuries, or falls. These injuries not only affect appearance but can also compromise vital functions like breathing, eating, speaking, and vision. Our center specializes in the surgical management and aesthetic reconstruction of facial fractures and soft tissue injuries using advanced techniques.
Common Causes of Faciomaxillary Trauma:
- Road traffic accidents
- Falls or sports-related injuries
- Industrial or workplace accidents
- Physical assault or violence
- Animal bites or blast injuries
Types of Faciomaxillary Injuries Treated:
- Fractures of the jaw (mandible)
- Midface fractures (zygoma, maxilla, nasal bones)
- Orbital fractures (eye socket injuries)
- Frontal bone (forehead) fractures
- Complex pan-facial trauma
- Soft tissue injuries (cuts, bruises, avulsions)
- Dental-alveolar fractures (teeth and jaw junction)
Our Approach to Treatment:
- CT-based 3D evaluation and surgical planning
- Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) using plates and screws
- Precise alignment for functional and aesthetic restoration
- Reconstruction of facial contours and symmetry
- Soft tissue repair with minimal scarring
- Multidisciplinary care for associated eye, brain, or dental injuries