Botox for Bell's Palsy is experimental

Daryl K. Hoffman, MD answers: Will Botox help nerve damage from Bell's Palsy after 9 years?

I have some nerve damage from Bell's Palsy. My left eye is squinty, nerve twitching by my nose, and my cheek is tight.It sounds like Botox may help.I had Bell's Palsy roughly 8 years ago. Is it too late for the treatments? Do you think I should go for it? 

Daryl K. Hoffman, MD
5 months ago
By Daryl K. Hoffman, MD - Los Gatos Plastic Surgeon

Botox may help treat hyperkinesis (overactive muscles) after Bell's palsy, but it is experimental and requires a good relationship with a patient Plastic surgeon that is willing to spend extra time with you to help solve your problem.  It is definitely worth a consultation.  Good luck

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