Due to various trauma, tumors or birth anomalies, the function and form disorders created by the percent of the nerve in one or two halves of the face are called facial paralysis. Depending on the cause, the correction of facial paralysis may take a long time in some cases while others may take a short time. Face muscles may appear weak and saggy in people facing face paralysis. Facial paralysis can happen over time or can be seen allof a sudden.
The most common symptom of facial paralysis, usually occurring on one side, is losing the blink and forehead crease control. In addition, droplet in the mouth, involuntary movements in some muscles, speech impairment, excessive drool production, pain in the head and ear, high sensitivity to sounds on the side of facial paralysis are also symptoms of the disease.
Imaging techniques such as electromyography, MRG and CT can be used for detailed diagnosis in facial paralysis, which can be easily identified by physicians through a physical examination. Facial paralysis treatment varies depending on the case and the cause of the disease. Physical therapy applications and various medications play a key role in correcting facial paralysis. In some cases, it is possible to see uncontrolled muscle movements as well as facial paralysis. In such cases, by using botox injections, nerves in the region are temporarily paralyzed and muscle movements are controlled.
In these cases, it is important to be able to provide symmetry with the other half of the face. Dynamic or static surgical methods may be used depending on the general condition and etiology of the patient. Protecting the eye and ensuring the symposies of the mouth area is one of the main objectives. The recommended treatment may vary depending on the patient and the examination.