Facial Trauma
An oral and maxillofacial surgeon is thoroughly qualified to repair facial injuries. Dr. Burns is well versed in emergency care, acute treatment, and long-term reconstruction and rehabilitation – not just for physical reasons, but for emotional ones as well. Injuries to the face, by their very nature, impart a high degree of emotional as well as physical trauma to patients. The science and art of treating these injuries requires special training involving a “hands on” experience and an understanding of how the treatment provided will influence the patient’s long-term function and appearance.
Dr. Burns is well trained, skilled, and uniquely qualified to manage and treat facial trauma. Dr. Burns has been on staff at Elkhart General Hospital for over 25 years and delivers emergency room coverage for facial injuries, which include the following conditions:
