Exclamation PointPlease call 911 immediately if you are having chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, sudden weakness or numbness, or if you think you have a medical emergency.

Broken Jaw Treatment

Call 911 if the person has: 

1. Get Medical Help Immediately

 

2. Prevent Choking

 

3. Immobilize Jaw

 

4. Control Swelling

 

5. Follow Up

Medical treatment depends on the location and severity of the break.

 

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by Varnada Karriem-Norwood, MD on November 22, 2011