A fracture of all midfacial bones, separating the entire midface from the cranium:

A) is commonly associated with facial elongation and dental malocclusion.
B) should be stabilized by placing bulky dressings across the fractured area.
C) is almost always accompanied by multiple severe fractures of the mandible.
D) is referred to as a Le Fort I fracture and most commonly results from a fall


Answer: A) is commonly associated with facial elongation and dental malocclusion.

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