How Long Should I Wait Before Seeing Neurologist After Suffering Nerve Damage in Face?
asked 11 months ago by DKTexas in Los Angeles, CA
Latest answer by Michael L. Schwartz, MD
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Tags: lips, nerve damage, numb
I had neck lift one month ago and now suffer from mandible nerve trauma or injury which is affecting lower lip. One PS suggested getting a referral to see neurologist for test to determine if nerve is damagned permanent or just stretched and also start some stimulation. Surgery was performed 6/29 and I don't see Dr. until 8/17. Still numb on side that is affected from ear to chin and it seems much tighter than the other side.
2 answers to How Long Should I Wait Before Seeing Neurologist After Suffering Nerve Damage in Face?
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Nerve weakness
Neuropraxia from stretching can take 6-9 months to completely recover. An EMG can tell you if there is neural recovery activity but the best test is your surgeon's knowledge that the nerve is intact. If so it will recover and no stimulation treatment will make it go any faster.
Michael L. Schwartz, MD
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon
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Consider seeing your plastic surgeon earlier.
I think it is very reasonable to have closer follow-up when there is a issue after surgery. I would recommend calling your surgeon and being seen earlier rather than when you are currently scheduled. It is important to understand that despite a great deal of research and some true nerve grafting successes, it is not possible to predictably rehabilitate this type of nerve injury. There can be significant nerve recovery but it is seldom complete or as complete as we would...
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