Facial Trauma treatment in Cuernavaca

When a significant blow to the face occurs, the maxillofacial surgeon is the specialist who evaluates the bony structures and tissues of the face. Facial trauma is any injury that affects the bones, the teeth, or the soft tissues of the face, usually caused by an impact.

Common symptoms: pain, swelling, bleeding, difficulty opening the mouth, or changes in the bite depending on the area affected.

Common causes: falls, accidents, blows during sports activities, or direct impacts.

Which specialist treats it? The maxillofacial surgeon and, in dental injuries, the dentist, are the ones who evaluate this type of trauma; the otolaryngologist may take part depending on the region. After a strong blow to the face, the appropriate thing is to seek a professional evaluation.