Any kind of cut to your face and the delicate soft tissues inside your
mouth should be addressed immediately in order to prevent further tissue
damage and infection.
If a traumatic injury involves a broken facial bone such as the jaw, nose,
chin or cheek, maxillofacial surgery may be required.
With jaw surgery, rubber bands, tiny wires, metal braces, screws or plates
are often used to keep a fractured jaw in place following surgery. This
allows the bone to heal and stay in proper alignment. Dental splints or
dentures may also be required to supplement the healing process following
jaw surgery. |