Hi I was born with a 9th facial nerve damage. So all my life my left side of my face smile had been messed up. It causes me to have speech problems. I just wanna know if it's to late to fix it. If not how will it get fixed? I read online Botox but my mom says it will just cause more damages. I'm 23 now I just want it over with.
June 27, 2017
Answer: Marginal mandibular branch 7th This looks like a marginal mandibular branch of the 7th (facial) cranial nerve. Botox might help, but you will need a formal consultation to see if you're a good candidate. Best wishes, Dr. Aldo
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June 27, 2017
Answer: Marginal mandibular branch 7th This looks like a marginal mandibular branch of the 7th (facial) cranial nerve. Botox might help, but you will need a formal consultation to see if you're a good candidate. Best wishes, Dr. Aldo
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Answer: Yes, Botox should work nicely Hello LovelyM23, Your problem is not unusual. I have seen at least a dozen just like it - in fact my daughter has the same problem. About every 4 months I inject a small amount of botox which solves the problem. It will take an experienced injector but you should not have a problem finding one. Be sure to ask if they have treated this problem before. Good Luck Clifton Smith, M.D.
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Answer: Yes, Botox should work nicely Hello LovelyM23, Your problem is not unusual. I have seen at least a dozen just like it - in fact my daughter has the same problem. About every 4 months I inject a small amount of botox which solves the problem. It will take an experienced injector but you should not have a problem finding one. Be sure to ask if they have treated this problem before. Good Luck Clifton Smith, M.D.
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