53400 - Maxilla Fracture Treatment (Non-Splinted)

The need for treatment of a maxillary fracture not requiring splinting arises when a patient sustains a minor maxillary fracture—often from low-impact trauma—causing pain or misalignment but stable enough to heal without fixation, requiring non-surgical management under observation to ensure proper recovery. This is indicated for simple maxillary fractures, critical where bone stability affects maxillofacial function.

Specific scenarios include:

• Minor trauma: A light blow causes a stable crack.
• Pain: Fracture discomfort needs monitoring.
• Alignment: Minor shift heals naturally.
• Function: Maintains chewing without splinting.

For example, a patient with a minor maxillary crack from a fall might need this for healing, observed outpatient. In aged care, an elderly patient could benefit with minimal intervention, given frailty. By managing without splinting, this service ensures healing, relieves pain, and maintains function, making it a practical maxillofacial solution.

Ensures maxillary healing, relieves pain, and maintains function simply.

Recovery of 4-6 weeks with swelling and soft diet; typically outpatient.