During the five year span i.e. June 2006- June 2010, a total of 128 patients with maxillofacial trauma were seen at Rama Dental Hospital & Research Center, Kanpur, of whom 82.81% were males & 17.19% were females, 78.12% predominantly involved mandible while only 4.54% involved mid-third face fracture. Road traffic accidents accounted for about 51.56% while assault cases comprised of 41.93%. Fall from height accounted for 5.37% of total no. of cases. The Male (n=105): females (n=23) ratio was 5:1. Seasonal variation was prevalent with increased incidence of maxillofacial trauma during rainy season (July- September) & on Indian weekends (Saturdays & Sundays) the incidences were very high.

Key words: Road traffic accident, Alcohol consumption, Regional transport office, Maxillofacial Injuries and Intermaxillary Fixation.