FACIAL TRAUMA

Facial Trauma in Lancaster, Lititz, and Hummelstown / Harrisburg, PA

Traumatic injuries that involve the face, jaws, and teeth are complex in nature. There are a number of possible causes of facial trauma such as motor vehicle accidents, accidental falls, sports injuries, interpersonal violence, and work-related injuries. Types of facial injuries can range from injuries of the teeth to severe injuries of the bones of the face. These injuries are classified as either soft tissue (skin and gums), bone (fractures), or other special regions (eyes, facial nerves or the salivary glands). Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained, skilled and uniquely qualified to manage and treat facial trauma. Injuries to the face, by their very nature, impart a high degree of emotional, as well as physical trauma to patients.



In addition to properly restoring your facial skeleton, the surgeons at Conestoga Oral Surgery are also uniquely qualified as dentists to properly restore your bite and chewing function. Our surgeons have a thorough understanding of the anatomical and physiological complexities of this area, and understand your desire to get back to normal as soon as possible. We are on staff at local hospitals and deliver emergency room coverage for these facial injuries. 

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In particular, isolated injuries to teeth are quite common, especially in adolescents active in sports. These types of injuries, while preventable with sports mouth guards, are usually treated by splinting teeth together for a period of time. Other dental specialists such as endodontists, may be asked to perform root canal therapy after the teeth are stabilized. In addition, your general dentist can restore or crown fractured teeth. In the event that injured teeth cannot be saved or repaired, dental implants are often now utilized as replacements for missing teeth. If you have experienced a form of facial trauma, we encourage you to call our office today to set up an appointment as soon as possible for evaluation and treatment of your injury.

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