Constituting only 5 percent of facial fractures, frontal sinus fractures are relatively uncommon. However, given the great amount of force required to produce them, substantial morbidity is often seen. A thorough understanding of corrective techniques is essential when approaching these challenging injuries. In cases requiring sinus obliteration, it is critical that all mucosa be fully destroyed, the nasofrontal meatus completely sealed, and any posterior wall disruptions appropriately addressed. In this article, as a supplement to their video presentation, the authors discuss the surgical approach to frontal sinus fracture.

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