LeFort Fractures

Abstract

Consultations for management of facial fractures in the emergency setting are not uncommon for the oral maxillofacial surgeon, otolaryngologist, and/or plastic surgeon. This necessitates a knowledge foundation and working understanding of the evaluation, assessment, and timely management. Here, we will focus on the workup and management of LeFort fractures.

Keywords

midface fractures - lefort fractures - dentoalveolar fractures - palatal fractures - dental trauma

Publication History

Article published online:
23 September 2021

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