Maxillofacial injuries are commonly encountered in the practice of emergency medicine. Trauma to the maxillofacial region mandates special attention. Maxillofacial trauma is any physical trauma to the facial region, commonly encountered by maxillofacial surgeons, and is often associated with high morbidity. Maxillofacial injuries can occur as an isolated injury or may be associated with multiple injuries in other parts of the body. This review article elaborates on maxillofacial trauma.