IF YOU HAVE SUSTAINED AN EXTENSIVE OR SEVERE INJURY, OR IF THE INJURY HAS OCCURRED AFTER NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS, PLEASE GO TO THE NEAREST EMERGENCY ROOM FOR TREATMENT.
If you need immediate facial trauma treatment in Simpsonville, South Carolina, our oral and maxillofacial surgeons at Carolinas Centers for Oral & Facial Surgery, can help restore your facial appearance and functionality as best as possible. We have extensive experience repairing facial injuries affecting the upper jaw, lower jaw, cheek, nose, eye socket, or forehead. You can trust that we will manage your case with kindness, compassion, and quality care matched only by our skill in facial trauma treatment.
Oral surgeons have undergone extensive education and training to understand and repair the delicate structures of the face. The surgeons at Carolinas Center for Oral & Facial Surgery can a variety of treat facial traumas affecting the mouth and jaws, including:
- Broken teeth
- Knocked-out teeth
- Cuts inside the mouth
- Fractured facial bones
- Fractured jaws
Causes of Facial Trauma and Treatment
There are many reasons why a facial trauma can occur, the most common include:
- Car and motorcycle accidents
- Accidents in the home
- Work-related injuries
- Sports injuries
- Falls
- Violence
In the event of a facial trauma, please call one of our offices right away. We will make arrangements to see you promptly. Our surgeons will evaluate the area of injury, take any X-rays or 3D imaging, and determine the next steps for treatment. Sometimes, multiple treatments are necessary to restore function and esthetics.
There are three main choices for anesthesia
Local Anesthesia
Local anesthesia provides numbness directly where it is administered. It does not affect consciousness, so the patient remains awake while the feelings of discomfort are eliminated. Local anesthesia is commonly used for minor procedures.
Nitrous Oxide
Also known as laughing gas, nitrous oxide is a mild sedative that the patient inhales to alleviate feelings of anxiety. It does not cause the patient to lose consciousness. It is often used together with local anesthesia.
IV Sedation
IV sedation is commonly used for moderate to extensive oral or facial surgery procedures. This type of sedation is administered directly into the patient’s vein. Since amnesia (forgetfulness) is a common side effect of the medication, most patients who use IV sedation do not remember their procedure.
We’re Here For You
Regardless of the severity or type of your injury, it is extremely important to have facial trauma cases treated quickly and efficiently. By seeking immediate treatment at Carolinas Centers for Oral & Facial Surgery in Simpsonville, South Carolina, our surgeons can ensure that the mouth and face are properly restored and do not develop long-term complications. Contact us to learn more at (864) 881-3318.