Age-related factors and preexisting medical problems predispose the elderly to falls and subsequent fractures. Footwear traction devices are recommended during the cold season. Orbital fractures should be strongly suspected in the elderly.

AIs are much more frequent and severe in geriatric patients, and the elderly die more often of their injuries. The results emphasize that elderly patients require specific attention and multi-professional collaboration in the diagnosis and sequencing of trauma treatment.

In patients aged over 60 years, the most common injury mechanism leading to a mandibular fracture is a ground-level fall. 1,2 The most common fracture site is the condyle. 1,2 Although the majority of these fractures can be treated without surgery, 2-4 oral and maxillofacial evaluation, possible immobilization and patient guidance with appropriate follow up are needed. The choice of optimal treatment must take into account the patient's general health, nutrition, dental condition, type of fracture, and the effect of the treatment modality on the quality of life of the patient.