Karan Padha¹* and Rigzin Phyelgye²

¹Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, 1202 Dental Unit, Bhutan
²Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, JDWNRH, Bhutan

*Corresponding Author: Karan Padha, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dental Unit, Government of India, India.

Received: November 15, 2024; Published: December 16, 2024

Abstract

Bear attacks in the Himalayan region often result in severe facial and head injuries. This case report presents a 41-year-old woman who sustained extensive facial fractures following a bear attack in Bhutan. Surgical management involved a "Top to Down, Outside to Inside" approach to repair the facial skeleton, addressing Le Fort III and I fractures, mandibular fractures, and soft tissue injuries. This case highlights the importance of timely and comprehensive management of bear attack injuries to achieve optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence; Analyze Root Fractures; External Cervical Resorption; SSL; Ann Platforms

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Citation

Citation: Karan Padha and Rigzin Phyelgye. “Management of Bear Attack in Bhutan: A Maxillofacial Perspective". Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 9.1 (2025): 20-23.

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