At Affiliates In Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, we recognize that dental emergencies and facial trauma can be stressful and frightening experiences. That’s why we prioritize your urgent care needs and strive to provide same-day appointments whenever possible.
Our highly trained oral and maxillofacial surgeons are equipped to handle a wide range of emergencies, often eliminating the need for a trip to the ER. With extensive four-year advanced training in both medical and dental fields, our experts in Fairfield, Liberty Township, and Hamilton, OH, offer unmatched care for jaw surgery, dental implants, and anesthesia, ensuring you receive prompt, effective, and compassionate care.
Facial trauma can result from various incidents, including motor vehicle accidents, falls, sports-related injuries, interpersonal violence, and workplace accidents. These injuries can range from minor damage to teeth to severe harm affecting the skin, bones, and overall face structure.
Facial injuries are generally categorized into three types: soft tissue injuries (affecting the skin and gums), bone injuries (such as fractures), and injuries to specialized areas like the eyes, facial nerves, or salivary glands.
When facial soft tissue injuries like lacerations occur, they are carefully repaired with sutures. Beyond ensuring optimal cosmetic outcomes, examining and addressing any damage to facial nerves, salivary glands, and ducts is crucial. Drs. Conley, McDaniel, and Nall are highly trained oral and maxillofacial surgeons skilled in diagnosing and treating all types of facial lacerations.
Facial bone fractures are treated similarly to other fractures but without casts. Treatment depends on factors such as fracture location, severity, and the patient’s age and health. Stabilization techniques may involve wiring the jaws together or using small plates and screws, known as rigid fixation, which promotes faster healing and avoids jaw wiring. The goal is to treat fractures effectively while minimizing any impact on the patient’s appearance, using minimal and discreet incisions to reduce visible scarring.
Isolated tooth injuries are common and often require the expertise of various dental specialists. Oral surgeons typically handle fractures in the supporting bone and replant teeth that have been displaced or knocked out, using splinting methods like wiring or bonding to stabilize the teeth.
If a tooth is knocked out, it should be placed in salt water or milk immediately, and prompt re-insertion into the dental socket is crucial for survival. It’s important not to wipe the tooth to preserve the ligament essential for replanting. Depending on the severity of the injury, endodontists may perform root canals, while restorative dentists repair fractured teeth. Dental implants are often used as a replacement if a tooth cannot be saved.
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons, like our team, are uniquely qualified to repair facial injuries. They combine advanced expertise in emergency care, acute treatment, and long-term reconstruction. These professionals understand that facial injuries cause physical harm and emotional trauma, and their treatment requires technical skill and compassionate care.
The art and science of managing these injuries demand specialized training, hands-on experience, and a deep understanding of how each intervention will impact a patient’s long-term function and appearance. Drs. Timothy Conley, Christopher McDaniel, and J. Patrick Nall embody these modern standards, offering expert care in facial trauma management. They are highly trained and experienced and are on staff at local hospitals, providing critical emergency room coverage for facial injuries.
If you’re an established patient who has previously received dental treatment at our clinic and are experiencing post-operative concerns, such as issues with dental implants, please contact our office as your first point of action. If you are not yet a registered patient with us, we advise you to seek immediate dental or medical attention before contacting our office. Your health and safety are our top priority, and you must receive the appropriate care for your situation. Here are some helpful measures to alleviate discomfort on your way to seek professional care:
If you’re experiencing head or neck pain, uncontrollable bleeding, dizziness, or severe trauma, it’s vital to seek immediate medical attention. Call 911 or have someone immediately take you to the nearest emergency room or hospital. In such cases, the care of a full-time medical professional is the most appropriate and urgent action for your safety.
Leave us a Review on Google
Fairfield | Liberty Township | Hamilton
© All rights reserved
