Facial Trauma

In The Event of An Emergency

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.

Common Conditions Treated by Our Facial Trauma Team

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 treat 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.