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Treating Longstanding Bell’s Palsy with Botox, NMR and Selective Neurolysis

Treating Longstanding Bell’s Palsy with Botox, NMR and Selective Neurolysis For some Bell’s palsy patients, Botox alone is insufficient for long-term treatment. In fact, neuromuscular retraining (NMR) from an expert physical therapist commonly is used in conjunction with Botox injections to treat Bell’s palsy symptoms. Or, selective neurolysis is an advanced surgical option for long-term […]

Why Bell’s Palsy During Pregnancy Is More Common Than You Thought

Why Bell’s Palsy During Pregnancy Is More Common Than You Thought Did you know that pregnant women are at a higher risk of developing Bell’s palsy? Pregnancy itself can present enough challenges, so if you experience Bell’s palsy during pregnancy or after birth, we want to make sure you are fully educated on what is […]

Causes of Pediatric Bell’s Palsy

What Are The Causes of Pediatric Bell’s Palsy? Pediatric Bell’s palsy can affect any child. The condition refers to facial weakness or paralysis, and it can be caused by damage to the 7th cranial (facial) nerve. This nerve sends messages from the brain to each side of the face, controlling everything from blinking to smiling […]

Facial Paralysis vs. Facial Synkinesis

Difference Between Facial Paralysis vs. Facial Synkinesis There are many similarities between facial paralysis and facial synkinesis. However, the disorders are not interchangeable, and it is important for patients to know how to differentiate between the two for appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Facial paralysis refers to the loss of facial movement due to nerve damage. […]

INFOGRAPHIC: What You Need to Know About Selective Neurolysis Surgery

What You Need to Know About Selective Neurolysis Surgery in an Infographic Selective Neurolysis Consultation Dr. Babak Azizzadeh is a world-renowned facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He pioneered the selective neurolysis procedure and provides support to partial facial paralysis and synkinesis patients. During a selective neurolysis consultation, Dr. Azizzadeh will discuss all treatment options with […]

What is Moebius Syndrome?

What is Moebius Syndrome? Facial Paralysis can be devastating for people of any age, but especially for young children. Moebius Syndrome is a rare, congenital neurological disorder that presents a variety of complications and visible symptoms. Because the condition is caused by the underdevelopment or absence of the 6th and 7th cranial nerves, the main […]

5 Facial Nerve Paralysis Treatment Options

Facial Never Paralysis Treatment Options Facial Paralysis Institute in Beverly Hills specializes in facial nerve paralysis treatment options that are custom-designed for each individual patient. To learn more about five of the primary methods in which our experts help patients find relief from facial paralysis, please click below.

Nerve Transplant for Facial Paralysis

Nerve Transplant for Facial Paralysis Nerve transplants are one of the many cutting-edge procedures performed at the Facial Paralysis Institute in Beverly Hills. They provide hope for patients who have suffered from long-term facial paralysis and do not know of any methods that can help them regain facial movement.

Best Treatments for Bell’s Palsy?

Bell’s palsy is a form of temporary facial paralysis that often affects one side of the face. However, some patients may experience bilateral Bell’s palsy. Bell’s palsy disrupts messages between the brain and facial muscles, resulting in facial paralysis or weakness.