Bell’s palsy is a neurological condition characterized by unilateral facial paralysis or weakness. This condition arises from damage or dysfunction to the facial nerve, leading to an inability to control facial muscles. Bell’s palsy is the most common cause of facial paralysis.
In cases of Bell’s palsy, toxin can be injected into the affected area to weaken underlying muscles and improve facial symmetry.
Advantages
Neurotoxin is a versatile, minimally invasive treatment for Bell’s Palsy. It reduces muscle spasms by relaxing the affected area and improves facial symmetry at rest and during movement.
Neurotoxin can also help reduce the facial pain that may accompany this temporary or permanent facial paralysis in rare cases.
What to Expect
Neurotoxin for Bell’s Palsy and should be performed by a medical provider who is an expert facial paralysis anatomy.
Botox injections target specific muscles to reduce involuntary contractions and enhance symmetry at rest and during movement.
In some cases, injections are also administered on the unaffected side to balance facial appearance.
Results may last 3-6 months depending on type of neurotoxin used.
Recovery
Patients should follow their practitioner’s aftercare instructions to optimize results and ensure safety.
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