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 554 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. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Jose Luis Zamora Mendez
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Diana Delgado
Dr. Erick Reyes Ramirez
Dr. Laura E Figueroa Melgoza
Dr. Hernandez Hernandez Cesar Joel
Dr. Gonzalez Juan Chaquibp
Dr. Garza Nancy Cabrera
Dr. Feliciano Ramon Medellin Rodriguez
Dr. Samuel Ramos Linaje
Dr. Beatriz Guerrero Macias
Dr. Ariadne Magali Villarreal Carranza
Dr. Hector Carlos Carrizales Torres
Dr. Luis Miguel Garza Huerta
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
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.