The need for primary repair of a cutaneous nerve using microsurgical techniques arises when a patient suffers an acute cut to a superficial nerve in the oral and maxillofacial region—often from trauma—requiring immediate reconnection under anesthesia with assistance in a hospital using microscopes to restore sensation and prevent neuroma formation. This is indicated for fresh cutaneous nerve injuries, critical where sensation affects maxillofacial comfort.
Reasons include:
For example, a patient with a cheek nerve cut from a fall might need this to regain sensation, with micro-precision. In aged care, an elderly patient could benefit for comfort, given frailty. By repairing the nerve, this service restores sensation, prevents complications, and enhances recovery, making it a key maxillofacial procedure.
Restores sensation, prevents pain, and improves recovery.
Recovery of 3-4 weeks with swelling and nerve healing; hospital stay likely.
