Mandible Fracture Management in the ED Workup: - Panorex or Facial/Mandible CT scan - Inspect oral cavity for dental trauma or lacerations, which are evidence of open fracture Treatment - Closed: - Impacted and nondisplaced fractures occasionally are treated with only a soft diet, and fractures of the coronoid alone usually require no intervention - Urgent outpatient oral maxillofacial surgery follow up Treatment - Open: - Antibiotics: Penicillin 2-4 million units IV or Clindamycin 600 -900 mg IV - Admission for oral maxillofacial surgery consult #Diagnosis #Management #Mandible #Fractures #Location #Treatment
