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Facial Fracture

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Facial Fracture Treatment

Treatment for a facial fracture may include:

Apply a cold compress:

Wrap ice in a moist hand towel. Do not apply ice directly to the skin.
Apply for 20-30 minutes, every 2-3 hours, for the first few days.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain

Narcotic pain medication
Soft diet
Surgery for facial fracture
Facial fracture clinical trials

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Last Updated: Aug 28, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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