Facial Injury
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A facial injury is any damage that affects the tissues of the face, whether the skin, the muscles, the bones, or structures such as the nose, jaw, or cheekbones. It can range from superficial wounds to fractures that require specialized care.
Common causes: Falls, accidents, sports injuries, or direct blows to the face.
Accompanying signs:
- Wounds, swelling, or bruises on the face
- Pain, difficulty opening the mouth, or changes in the bite
- Visible deformity in cases of fracture
Which specialist treats it? Depending on the type of damage, a facial injury is evaluated by the maxillofacial surgeon, the plastic surgeon, or the general surgeon, in addition to the dentist when there is dental involvement. In the case of significant facial trauma, the prudent course is to seek care promptly.
Data on 2,172 doctors who treat facial injury
Which specialist treats facial injury?
Facial injury is treated by a plastic surgeon or a maxillofacial surgeon, specialists in facial reconstruction. An aesthetic medicine physician, a cosmetic surgeon, or a general practitioner may also be involved depending on the case. You can also find a female plastic surgeon.
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Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in facial injury
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Frequently asked questions
What is facial injury?
A facial injury is any damage that affects the tissues of the face, whether the skin, the muscles, the bones, or structures such as the nose, jaw, or cheekbones. It can range from superficial wounds to fractures that require specialized care.
Which doctor treats facial injury?
Facial injury is treated by a plastic surgeon or a maxillofacial surgeon, specialists in facial reconstruction. An aesthetic medicine physician, a cosmetic surgeon, or a general practitioner may also be involved depending on the case. You can also find a female plastic surgeon.