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.
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 126 doctors who treat maxillofacial injury
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Doctors specialized in maxillofacial injury
Dr. José Luis Razo Aguirre
Dr. Hugo Castellanos
Dr. Hector Manuel Garcia Alatorre
Dr. Etsson Jessel García Hernández
Dr. Miguel Herrera
Dra. Maria del Pilar Rodriguez Velasquez
Dr. Carlos Trinidad Combaluzier
Dr. Rafael Ruiz Rodriguez
Dr. Salvador Reyes Fernandez
Dr. Miguel Alejandro Pompa Villasenor
Dra. Magdalena García González
Dra. Teresa Zárate Vera
Dra. Ma Teresa Rousselon Iriarte
Dra. Shadia Dueñas Salgado
Dr. Victor Manuel Gallegos Morales
Dr. Victor Andres Martinez Cano
Dr. Jaime Enrique Rosas Sierra
Dr. Sergio Godínez Antillón
Dr. Jose Julian Sacre Diaz Ordaz
Dra. Laura Rivera Mejia
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 usually treated by specialists in maxillofacial surgeon, dentist, maxillofacial surgeon, dentist.