If Your Jaw Is Fractured, What Should You Do?

Sudden impacts

can cause injuries to the jaw, face, and teeth,

and these cases occur quite often.

If the jaw is fractured,

a simple pain issue can progress beyond that

and cause functional impairment such as difficulty chewing and speaking,

and in some cases, changes in facial shape

or even life-threatening situations.

Therefore, initial response and

professional treatment are very important.

Jaw fractures often involve complex damage to the bones, teeth, muscles, and skin,

so treatment must consider both function and aesthetics.

In particular, jawbone injuries can lead to long-term aftereffects such as malocclusion

or limited mouth opening even after treatment,

so a more careful approach is required.

If a jaw fracture is suspected,

be careful to move the jaw as little as possible

so that the fracture site does not widen further,

and visit a hospital without delay.

Also, if a tooth has been dislodged due to trauma, bringing and storing the tooth together can help with treatment.

Even if the tooth has come out completely,

reimplantation within 30 minutes makes the chances of survival very high.

After lightly rinsing off only the debris,

place it in milk or saline

and bring it in without letting it dry out.

If the fracture occurs in a area where rotational force is concentrated, such as the center of the jawbone,

or in a area where spreading force is applied, such as the outer side,

surgical treatment is needed.

The surgery is performed by inserting a titanium fixation device.

However, if the fracture is relatively minor,

there are cases where jaw function can be restored without surgery,

through wearing a fixation device and receiving rehabilitation treatment alone,

so a clear diagnosis from medical professionals is necessary.

The most important thing is

to prevent trauma.

Car accidents, using bicycles, kickboards, and motorcycles,

intense sports activities, and everyday actions after drinking alcohol

are representative risk factors that can cause jaw fractures.

When riding in a vehicle,

you must wear a seat belt at all times,

regardless of whether you are in the front seat or back seat.

When using a bicycle, electric kickboard, or motorcycle,

wear a helmet that includes a chin guard

to prevent injuries to the jaw and face in the event of a fall.

In sports with frequent physical contact,

wearing a mouthguard can help disperse impact

and reduce the risk of not only tooth damage but also jaw fractures.

Also, after drinking alcohol,

balance and reflexes are reduced,

which increases the risk of falling,

so extra caution is needed to avoid hitting your face on stairs or while walking.

So today,

we introduced information about jaw fractures.

As mentioned earlier,

if you injure your jaw,

you should keep it as still as possible

and visit a hospital promptly

to receive treatment.

A jaw fracture is not just a problem with the bone;

it affects chewing function, speaking, facial balance,

and even occlusion,

so initial response, prevention,

and professional treatment are all extremely important.

Please receive an accurate diagnosis and treatment at a medical institution with a specialist in oral and maxillofacial surgery,

who can provide comprehensive care for the jawbone, teeth, and facial soft tissues! 🤗

Seoul Of Dental Hospital

4th and 5th floors, 196 Baekjegobun-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul