During the past three decades, there have been considerable advances in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of craniomaxillofacial (CMF) injuries. Preventive legislation (speed limits, alcohol restriction, use of helmets, shoulder and seat restraints), improved road construction measures and vehicle safety modifications (safety glass, padded dash boards, stronger frames, collapsible steering columns, airbags) have led to a significant decrease in the incidence and severity of road traffic accidents (RTA) in some countries. Trauma is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality/death in...