Abstract

cultural settings. However, excessive intake can impair personal judgement and can result in injury to self or others. Maxillofacial injury as a result of alcohol overindulgence is not only of medical concern but is also an alarming social issue. Throughout the world, over the past 2 to 3 decades there has been an increase in incidence of facial fractures due to alcohol -induced Interpersonal violence (IPV) and a decrease in the proportion o f fractures resulting from drunk driving. Constant epidemiological assessments are imperative to identify aetiology, new trends and governing factors to strategize preventive steps and administer effective treatment for these injuries.