Following a significant face injury, a jaw fracture is frequently assumed. Bruising, swelling, or bleeding on the face; rigidity of the jaw or trouble opening or shutting the mouth correctly; discomfort or soreness that worsens when eating; loosened teeth; and numbness of the face or lips are all symptoms of a fractured jaw. Emergency treatment includes pain control, keeping the patient comfortable, reducing stress and anxiety, protecting other teeth by not pushing against them with the injured jaw, and setting any fractures that may have occurred. The doctor will want to see your medical history prior to treating your injury. A full dental exam will also be done before any surgery is performed to ensure that you do not have any hidden diseases that could affect the recovery process. After the examination, your dentist will decide what type of procedure is best for repairing your injury. For minor injuries where no bone is broken, only bruising, and no teeth are lost, you may be given a splint to hold the jaws together. This may prevent further damage from occurring while you wait for the body's natural healing processes to take place. Larger injuries may require surgery to put things back in place properly. The doctor may remove any damaged teeth and replace them with dentures or implants. You may need additional surgeries over time to adjust the bite of the jaw and move any misplaced bones back into position.