Does a depressed fracture of the zygomatic arch need to be repaired if there is no pain or noticeable cosmetic change?

January 23, 2014
Asked By:Ann P.

24 yr old son's nose and zygomatic arch were broken 5 wks ago. Maxillofacial surgeon wants to try to force both the nose and arch into place. Is this realistic since the surgery will actually be 6 wks post injury? Cheek looks fine and he has no pain, is repair necessary? Surgeon will be making an incision in his palate. Could it make things worse? Nose has a bump on one side of bridge and tip points the other way.

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