Maxillofacial Injury
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A maxillofacial injury groups together the damage that affects the bones, soft tissues, and structures of the face and jaws, including the jaw, cheekbones, and the area around the mouth. It can range from mild blows to fractures.
Common causes: They usually originate from accidents, falls, sports injuries, or direct blows to the face.
Frequent signs: Pain, swelling, difficulty opening the mouth or chewing, changes in the bite, or alterations in the shape of the face.
Who treats it? The maxillofacial surgeon is the specialist focused on injuries of the face and jaws, and the dentist can perform the initial evaluation of the oral area. After a blow to the face with persistent discomfort, a professional review is advisable.
Data on 623 doctors who treat maxillofacial injury
Which specialist treats maxillofacial injury?
Maxillofacial injury is treated by a maxillofacial surgeon, a specialist in facial and jaw bones. A dentist may also be involved in follow-up. Find both specialists.
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Doctors specialized in maxillofacial injury
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jessica Avalos Nigoche
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Alejandro X. Ramos Samperio
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Victor Manuel Guisa Sánchez
Dr. Hugo Enrique Hernández Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is maxillofacial injury?
A maxillofacial injury groups together the damage that affects the bones, soft tissues, and structures of the face and jaws, including the jaw, cheekbones, and the area around the mouth. It can range from mild blows to fractures.
Which doctor treats maxillofacial injury?
Maxillofacial injury is treated by a maxillofacial surgeon, a specialist in facial and jaw bones. A dentist may also be involved in follow-up. Find both specialists.