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Maxillofacial injury   

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Facial trauma; Midface trauma; Leforte injuries

Definition:

An injury of the upper jaw bone and face.

Causes and Risks

Blunt and/or penetrating trauma can cause injury to the midface region, which includes the maxilla (upper jaw):

  • Violence
  • Contact sports
  • Motor vehicle accidents, especially in people who do not use seat belts

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