Which sports have a higher risk of maxillofacial injuries?

Grillo, Ricardo; Silva, Yuri Slusarenko da; Tavares, Marconi Gonzaga; Borba, Alexandre Meireles; Samieirad, Sahand; Naclério‐Homem, Maria da Graça

doi:10.1016/j.jormas.2022.11.017

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“…Older people in Iran tend to be less active and involved in fewer physical activities than their younger counterparts 49 . This difference is more pronounced in Iran compared to other countries, where older people may still participate in physical activities such as sports and exercise 50 – 53 .…”

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The Causes and Prevalence of Maxillofacial Fractures in Iran: A Systematic Review

Sharifi

Samieirad

Grillo

et al. 2023

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Background: Maxillofacial fractures are a common type of injury that can result in significant morbidity and mortality. We aimed to systematically review the literature on the prevalence and causes of maxillofacial fractures in Iran to estimate the overall prevalence of maxillofacial fractures and the most common causes. Methods: A systematic search of PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science (WS) and Google Scholar (GS) electronic databases was conducted to identify relevant articles published up to January 2023. Studies reporting the prevalence and causes of maxillofacial fractures in Iran were included in the analysis. MOOSE guidelines were adopted for the current systematic review. No data or language restriction were applied. Risk of bias across the articles was assessed. Results: A total of 32 studies comprising 35,720 patients were included in the analysis. The most common cause of maxillofacial fractures was road traffic accidents (RTAs), accounting for 68.97% of all cases, followed by falls (12.62%) and interpersonal violence (9.03%). The prevalence of maxillofacial fractures was higher in males (81.04%) and in the age group of 21-30 years (43.23%). Risk of bias across studies was considered low. Conclusion: Maxillofacial fractures are a significant public health problem in Iran, with a high prevalence and RTAs being the leading cause. These results highlight the need for increased efforts to prevent maxillofacial fractures in Iran, especially through measures to reduce the incidence of RTAs.

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The Causes and Prevalence of Maxillofacial Fractures in Iran: A Systematic Review

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“…With an increased potential for possible orofacial trauma. [9][10][11] Karate, soccer, rugby, basketball, hockey, and martial arts account for most of the orofacial injuries caused by athletics. 11 Boxing is played with vigorous shots and movements; if not, the mouthguards are worn and are at high risk for oro dental trauma (ODT).…”

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“…[9][10][11] Karate, soccer, rugby, basketball, hockey, and martial arts account for most of the orofacial injuries caused by athletics. 11 Boxing is played with vigorous shots and movements; if not, the mouthguards are worn and are at high risk for oro dental trauma (ODT). 12 Adolescents are more prone to exposure to ODT with male predominance (often twice excessively) with a significant effect on the soft tissues like the upper lip and the hard tissues of the upper central incisor (50-90%).…”

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“…Basketball, a sport played with considerable speed, shows a higher prevalence of dental trauma due to hand or elbow contact or collision with other players. With an increased potential for possible orofacial trauma 9–11 . Karate, soccer, rugby, basketball, hockey, and martial arts account for most of the orofacial injuries caused by athletics 11 .…”

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Oro‐dental trauma burden and mouthguard usage among contact sports players: A call for sports dentistry initiatives in Sri Lanka

Udayamalee,

Amarasinghe,

Zhang

2023

Dental Traumatology

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Background/AimContact sports‐related oro‐dental trauma contributes to a significant proportion of sports injuries among school children. Oro‐dental trauma imposes a detrimental impact on the oral health‐related quality of life. However, the burden of oro‐dental trauma among contact sports players and their practices of mouthguards remains a research gap in Sri Lanka. The current study bridges that while providing evidence for contextual changes such as initiating sports dentistry.Materials and MethodsThe study was conducted among 1340 adolescent contact sports players in Colombo district, Sri Lanka; 63.1% males and 36.9% females (age 13–18), who were enrolled in football, rugby, hockey, boxing, basketball, and martial arts in the school setting. A checklist was administered to obtain demographic information, sports practices, and the use of mouthguards. An oral examination was conducted for those who experienced oro‐dental trauma during the last 12 months.ResultsSelf‐reported oro‐dental trauma pooled prevalence of the contact sports players was 35.9% (95% CI = 33.3–38.5), with males' preponderance. Dental trauma was present in 23.8% (n = 319), while 15.8% were uncomplicated and 8% were complicated. Soft tissue injuries were present in 12.1% (n = 162). Oro dental trauma (ODT) was highly prevalent among boxing, rugby, and hockey players. Only 20.8% (n = 279) of players used mouthguards. However, 91.0% (n = 254) of them were using ready‐made mouthguards. Mouthguard use and the type of mouthguard showed statistically significant associations across the type of oro‐dental trauma among contact sports players.ConclusionsContact sports‐related oro‐dental trauma prevalence is as high as 35.9% among Colombo district school children in Sri Lanka. However, their level of mouthguard usage is shallow at 20.8%. Further research is necessary to investigate the reasons behind this, and national guidelines should be developed to prevent and manage sports‐related accidental injuries.

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“…Sports injuries constitute a recognized main cause of maxillofacial injuries. Due to the high number of players worldwide, soccer is among the most common sport associated with injuries worldwide [3,4]. Although incidences of trauma in other anatomical regions are more common, especially lower limbs, facial trauma is very common in soccer, and most frequently involves the nose [5] and middle third of the face [4,6].…”

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Retrospective Analysis of Head and Maxillofacial Injuries: FIFA World Cup 2022 Report

Grillo,

Borba,

Brozoski

et al. 2023

Eur J Ther

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Objectives: The aim of this study is to analyze the incidence, causes and consequences of head and maxillofacial injuries in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Methods: This retrospective study, following the STROBE guideline, conducted an online investigation during the 2022 World Cup, with a specific focus on injuries resulting in player substitutions or absences of at least one match. To mitigate potential injury exaggeration, journalistic reports were prioritized over video analysis. The analysis of injuries involved the utilization of descriptive statistics, the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, and the Pearson correlation test, with a significance threshold set at p<0.05. The analytical tools Microsoft Excel and RStudio were employed. Comparative insights were derived from previous FIFA World Cup data; however, injuries lacking sufficient recovery time were classified as preseason injuries, potentially introducing an element of bias to the analysis. Results: During the FIFA World Cup 2022, a comprehensive analysis revealed a total of 123 injuries leading to player substitutions or subsequent game absences, of which seven were localized in the head or maxillofacial region. Statistical analysis indicated a departure from normal data distribution, and a robust correlation was observed between the number of players in national leagues and injury incidence. Noteworthy is the participation of 42 distinct national soccer leagues in contributing players to the tournament's national squads, with no specific league demonstrating a predisposition to higher injury rates. Within the dataset, three maxillofacial injuries were identified. It is of interest that five athletes opted for facemasks as protective measures for the maxillofacial region, and remarkably, only one of them experienced an injury during the World Cup but subsequently resumed play in subsequent matches, while the remaining four athletes had sustained injuries prior to the tournament. Conclusion: The 2022 FIFA World Cup was associated with a low number of head and maxillofacial injuries, with collisions with other players being the most common cause. Despite their limited occurrence, these injuries can have severe implications. In response to the increase in concussions, FIFA implemented an improved safety protocol, which involves immediate game halts for medical assessment and allows player substitutions without affecting the team's allotted substitutions. This change has been well-received by stakeholders. Furthermore, the use of protective equipment, such as custom-made shields, is growing in popularity and has the potential to reduce injury severity and shorten recovery time. Modern technology enables the creation of comfortable and effective protective gear, enhancing player safety. Overall, the study emphasizes the importance of injury prevention strategies in sports, calling for continued advancements in protective equipment design and increased transparency in injury reporting.

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Which sports have a higher risk of maxillofacial injuries?

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The Causes and Prevalence of Maxillofacial Fractures in Iran: A Systematic Review

The Causes and Prevalence of Maxillofacial Fractures in Iran: A Systematic Review

Oro‐dental trauma burden and mouthguard usage among contact sports players: A call for sports dentistry initiatives in Sri Lanka

Retrospective Analysis of Head and Maxillofacial Injuries: FIFA World Cup 2022 Report

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