Any cut to your face and the delicate soft tissues inside your mouth should be addressed immediately to prevent further tissue damage and infection.

If a traumatic injury involves a broken facial bone such as the jaw, nose, chin, or cheek, maxillofacial surgery may be required.

With jaw surgery, rubber bands, tiny wires, metal braces, screws, or plates are often used to keep a fractured jaw in place following surgery. This allows the bone to heal and stay in proper alignment. Dental splints or dentures may also be required to supplement the healing process following jaw surgery.