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Facial Trauma

12 Aug

Posted at 07:01h in Facial Trauma

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Tooth decay is arguably the most common oral health threat out there, affecting millions of individuals and families every year. Though it is something many people may eventually face, it is far from the only threat to keep in mind. When accidents occur that result in a physical injury to the face or jaw, it can significantly impact your facial structure, function, and overall health. Fortunately, advanced dental technology and personalized restorative treatment may be pursued to restore the affected area. In today’s blog, your Tulsa, OK, oral surgeons discuss surgical solutions for facial trauma and how our team can help you.

11 Jul

Posted at 08:00h in Facial Trauma

Facial trauma is a common result of car accidents, sports injuries, falls, and violence. It includes soft tissue, dental, and bone injuries. Damage can range from a split lip to a smashed jaw and missing teeth. There is also the danger of permanent nerve damage.  Since...

05 Nov

Posted at 08:00h in Facial Trauma, Jaw Surgery, Oral Surgeon, Oral Surgery

Maxillofacial trauma is devastating, both physically and emotionally. Once the injuries you've sustained are stabilized, finding a reputable and skilled oral surgeon to perform the needed corrective and restorative surgeries is essential for having the best outcome possible. What is maxillofacial trauma? "Maxillofacial trauma" is used to...

06 Sep

Posted at 10:48h in Facial Trauma

Contact sports present significant risks to your oral health if you don’t take good care of your smile while engaging in them. Patients who don’t protect their smiles while playing sports can face significant consequences of facial trauma, which may warrant treatment by an oral...

15 Jul

Posted at 08:50h in Facial Trauma

Facial trauma caused by a fall, accident, sports injury or other insult to the jaw and surrounding structures, generally will require some degree of intervention by an oral surgeon. Those procedures may repair damage to the teeth, bones or soft oral tissues or any combination...

25 Sep

Posted at 13:48h in Facial Trauma

Facial injuries have the potential to compromise the appearance and function of your smile if you don’t take action to address them in a timely manner. Often this involves working with an oral surgeon, who has the education and expertise needed to achieve the desired...

16 Dec

Posted at 18:39h in Facial Trauma

Facial trauma can result in serious injuries, ranging from cuts and lacerations to broken bones. The length of the healing process will depend on the nature and severity of the patient’s injuries, along with other factors, such as the patient’s age and overall health. In order...