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Which type of Le Fort fracture involves the entire midface, including the zygoma, lacrimal bone, and cribiform plate?
What is the most common cause of facial fractures?
Which of the following symptoms may not be present in facial fractures?
What is the purpose of dental evaluation in the diagnosis of facial fractures?
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Which type of fracture involves the midline of the chin?
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Facial Fractures
Classification
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Le Fort Fractures: involve the midface, classified into 3 types:
- Le Fort I: horizontal fracture above the teeth, involving the maxilla and palate
- Le Fort II: pyramid-shaped fracture, involving the maxilla, zygoma, and lacrimal bone
- Le Fort III: involves the entire midface, including the zygoma, lacrimal bone, and cribiform plate
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Mandibular Fractures: involve the lower jaw, classified into 3 types:
- Symphysis fracture: involves the midline of the chin
- Body fracture: involves the horizontal ramus or angle of the jaw
- Condylar fracture: involves the temporomandibular joint
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Zygomatic Fractures: involve the cheekbone, classified into 3 types:
- Zygomatic arch fracture: involves the arch of the cheekbone
- Zygomaticomaxillary fracture: involves the cheekbone and maxilla
- Tripod fracture: involves the zygoma, maxilla, and orbit
Causes
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Blunt Trauma: most common cause of facial fractures, resulting from:
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Falls
- Assaults
- Sports injuries
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Penetrating Trauma: less common cause, resulting from:
- Gunshot wounds
- Stab wounds
- Other penetrating injuries
Symptoms
- Pain and Swelling: common symptoms of facial fractures
- Facial Deformity: may be present, depending on the type and severity of the fracture
- Dental Malocclusion: teeth may not fit together properly due to fracture displacement
- Eye Symptoms: may include vision changes, double vision, or eye movement limitation
Diagnosis
- Clinical Examination: visual inspection, palpation, and range of motion tests
- Imaging Studies: radiographs (e.g., Panorex, CT scans) to confirm diagnosis and assess extent of injury
- Dental Evaluation: dental examination to assess dental occlusion and potential tooth involvement
Classification of Facial Fractures
- Le Fort Fractures involve the midface and are classified into 3 types: Le Fort I, Le Fort II, and Le Fort III.
- Le Fort I involves a horizontal fracture above the teeth, affecting the maxilla and palate.
- Le Fort II involves a pyramid-shaped fracture, affecting the maxilla, zygoma, and lacrimal bone.
- Le Fort III involves the entire midface, including the zygoma, lacrimal bone, and cribiform plate.
Mandibular Fractures
- Mandibular Fractures involve the lower jaw and are classified into 3 types: Symphysis fracture, Body fracture, and Condylar fracture.
- Symphysis fracture involves the midline of the chin.
- Body fracture involves the horizontal ramus or angle of the jaw.
- Condylar fracture involves the temporomandibular joint.
Zygomatic Fractures
- Zygomatic Fractures involve the cheekbone and are classified into 3 types: Zygomatic arch fracture, Zygomaticomaxillary fracture, and Tripod fracture.
- Zygomatic arch fracture involves the arch of the cheekbone.
- Zygomaticomaxillary fracture involves the cheekbone and maxilla.
- Tripod fracture involves the zygoma, maxilla, and orbit.
Causes of Facial Fractures
- Blunt Trauma is the most common cause of facial fractures, resulting from motor vehicle accidents, falls, assaults, and sports injuries.
- Penetrating Trauma is a less common cause, resulting from gunshot wounds, stab wounds, and other penetrating injuries.
Symptoms of Facial Fractures
- Pain and Swelling are common symptoms of facial fractures.
- Facial Deformity may be present, depending on the type and severity of the fracture.
- Dental Malocclusion may occur, with teeth not fitting together properly due to fracture displacement.
- Eye Symptoms may include vision changes, double vision, or eye movement limitation.
Diagnosis of Facial Fractures
- Clinical Examination involves visual inspection, palpation, and range of motion tests.
- Imaging Studies, such as radiographs (e.g., Panorex, CT scans), are used to confirm diagnosis and assess extent of injury.
- Dental Evaluation involves a dental examination to assess dental occlusion and potential tooth involvement.
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Test your knowledge of facial fractures, including Le Fort and Mandibular fractures, and their classification into different types.