Cinthura C

Department of Oral Surgery, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai, India

Publications

• Research Article   
  Oral and Maxillofacial Trauma among Different Age Groups: A Retrospective Study
  Author(s): Cinthura C, Madhulaxmi Marimuthu* and Arvina Rajasekaran
  
  Aim: The anatomical complexities involving maxillofacial injuries and its associated effect on the psychological aspect of the patient is distinctive from other injuries. To improve preventive measures and health care services, a better understanding of its pattern is crucial. This study was done to evaluate the frequency of types of maxillofacial trauma among different age groups. Materials & Methods: Data of 70 maxillofacial trauma patients who reported to the Department of Oral Surgery from June 2019 to April 2020 were obtained. Maxillofacial trauma and its distribution in terms of age and sex were studied. Results: The results showed that maxillofacial trauma had a male predilection (88.57%) and victims were from the age group of 10 to 35 years (70%) predominantly. Fractures of the mandible (62.9%) were common .. Read More»