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Facial Trauma

Expert Care for Facial Trauma & Reconstructive Surgery

Providing specialized surgical repair and compassionate rehabilitation for facial injuries and congenital conditions.

Injuries to the face carry both physical and emotional weight. At River Ridge Oral & Maxillofacial Surgical Center, our board-certified surgeons—Dr. Brent J. Henriksen, Dr. Trevor B. Holleman, and Dr. Etezadi—are uniquely qualified to manage and treat complex facial trauma. As staff members at local hospitals, our doctors provide emergency coverage for facial injuries, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of specialized care when they need it most.

Comprehensive Trauma Management

We treat a wide range of facial injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents, falls, sports injuries, and work-related incidents:

  • Facial & Intraoral Lacerations: We utilize precise suturing techniques to achieve the best possible cosmetic results while protecting underlying nerves and salivary glands.
  • Fractured Facial Bones: Whether treating the jaw, cheek, or eye socket, we use “rigid fixation” (small plates and screws) to stabilize fractures. This advanced technique often eliminates the need for wiring the jaw shut, allowing for a faster return to normal function.
  • Dental Injuries: From fractured supporting bones to knocked-out (avulsed) teeth, we specialize in replanting and stabilizing dental structures. If a tooth is knocked out, place it in milk or salt water and call us immediately—time is critical for successful replanting.

Cleft Lip & Palate Care

Our expertise extends to the delicate treatment of congenital conditions. We understand that children born with a cleft lip or palate require a multi-disciplinary approach to ensure proper feeding, speech, and development.

  • Cleft Lip Repair: Our goal is to restore muscle function and provide a natural shape to the mouth, typically performed with the highest attention to aesthetic and functional detail.
  • Cleft Palate Reconstruction: We perform surgeries to close the gap between the mouth and nose, reconnecting the muscles necessary for speech and swallowing. This includes complex bone grafting of the hard palate, often performed between ages 8 and 12.

A Focus on Long-Term Results

Whether repairing an acute injury or a developmental deformity, our surgeons prioritize minimally invasive access and hidden incisions to minimize scarring. We are dedicated to restoring not just your appearance, but your long-term function and quality of life. Call or contact our office today to schedule a consultation.

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