My left facial side has paralysis caused from my stroke. My jawline (about a 2x2x2 triangle) has feeling but the inside of my mouth (left side) has no feeling. The space covering from my chin (about 1 inch from the center of my face) to the top of my ear straight across the back of my scalp to about 1/2 way, up over my head down the center of my face down to my chin.
June 25, 2016
Answer: Botox and facial paralysis Botox is a neuroleptic agent, meaning that it causes muscle paralysis. Since you already have paralysis on one side, injecting that side with Botox would provide no change and injecting the opposite side would cause both sides of the face to be paralyzed. Not a good idea. Please consult a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon for a static sling or possible re-animation procedure.
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June 25, 2016
Answer: Botox and facial paralysis Botox is a neuroleptic agent, meaning that it causes muscle paralysis. Since you already have paralysis on one side, injecting that side with Botox would provide no change and injecting the opposite side would cause both sides of the face to be paralyzed. Not a good idea. Please consult a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon for a static sling or possible re-animation procedure.
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June 27, 2016
Answer: Botox May Help Facial Asymmetry Botox injections may help improve asymmetries in the face. Often, this is done by injecting more units on one side of the face vs. the other or by injecting different muscles on one side vs. the other. It is difficult to confirm whether Botox will help you in your specific situation without a consultation so your doctor can evaluate you at rest and while you can animate your face. I have been able to help some facial paralysis patients and not others. Sometimes, a better answer lies in a different procedure. I think it is worth your time to get a consult from an experienced Botox injector.
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June 27, 2016
Answer: Botox May Help Facial Asymmetry Botox injections may help improve asymmetries in the face. Often, this is done by injecting more units on one side of the face vs. the other or by injecting different muscles on one side vs. the other. It is difficult to confirm whether Botox will help you in your specific situation without a consultation so your doctor can evaluate you at rest and while you can animate your face. I have been able to help some facial paralysis patients and not others. Sometimes, a better answer lies in a different procedure. I think it is worth your time to get a consult from an experienced Botox injector.
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