Senator Harry Reid was reported to have suffered facial fractures (and rib fractures) from a fall due to a malfunction in an exercise machine he was using at home Jan 1, 2015. Although details are sparse, he was apparently admitted overnight for observation and released Jan 2, 2015. He is expected to return to work as planned on Jan 6, 2015. In the vast majority of cases, most facial fractures do NOT require surgical repair. As such, Mr. Reid most likely will not require any surgical in…