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Facial trauma

Definition:

Facial trauma is any injury of the face and upper jaw bone.

Alternative Names:
Maxillofacial injury; Midface trauma; Facial injury; LeFort injuries

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Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

Blunt or penetrating trauma can cause injury to the midface region, which includes the upper jaw (maxilla). Common causes of facial injury include:

• Automobile accidents
• Violence
• Penetrating injuries

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