Facial Fracture (cont.)

Medical Author:

Denise S Lawe, MD

Coauthor:

Michelle S Nathan, MD

Medical Editor:

Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM

Medical Editor:

Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD

Medical Editor:

James S Cohen, MD

Nasal fracture
- You will require follow-up care in 5-7 days for re-evaluation after the swelling has subsided.
- If your nose needs to be put back into place, it is usually done at this visit.
Jaw (mandibular) fracture: Prognosis is usually good.
Midface (maxillary) fracture
- People with midface fractures have a poorer prognosis because of other injuries suffered from the accident that caused their fracture.
- A high incidence of blindness is reported in a particular type of maxillary fracture.
Cheekbone (zygomatic) fracture: As an isolated injury, this usually presents a cosmetic problem only.
Temporomandibular joint dislocation: Be careful not to open your mouth widely after your jaw is put back into place because of the risk of another dislocation of the joint.