Lipoma Removal from Face - Risk of Facial Nerve Damage?

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Grigoriy Mashkevich, MD · Answer

The risk of facial nerve injury is very low if the operation is appropriately planned for and executed. Facial nerve monitoring can be set up to assist in identifying and preserving the facial nerve. Look for doctors with experience  in facial nerve work.

	Grigoriy Mashkevich, MD. New York Facial Plastic Surgeon. Co-Director, Facial Paralysis and Rehabilitation Center at the New York Eye & Ear Infirmary.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Many lipomas on the face, aside from the forehead, are simply not lipomas but other types of facial tumors or cysts.  An experienced surgeon can usually tell the difference.

Lawrence Kass, MD · Answer

With any facial procedure, I believe that there are risks of complications, including damage to the branches of the facial nerve.  But these are usually very superficial (near to the surface) and I think the risks of this complication are quite low.  My adviise--have the procedure done with little fear of this potential problem.

Kimberly Lee, MD · Answer

Removal of a facial lipoma can put the facial nerve at risk.  However, this depends on the location and relation to the anatomy.  Please see a board certified facial plastic surgeon who is familiar with facial anatomy for the best results.  (S)he will use a nerve monitor to monitor the facial nerve during surgery.

Michael A. Jazayeri, MD · Answer

Lipomas, by definition, are mobile and superficial masses, as a result of overgrowth of normal fat cells. The risk of PERMANENT facial nerve damage from lipoma removal is very low.

	Please see a board certified plastic surgeon or ENT surgeon for the best result.

Lipoma Removal from Face - Risk of Facial Nerve Damage?

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Answer: Facial Lipoma

Answer: Risk of Permanent Facial Nerve Damage is Rare after Lipoma Removal

Answer: Risk of Permanent Facial Nerve Damage is Rare after Lipoma Removal

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Lipoma Removal from Face - Risk of Facial Nerve Damage?

Answers (5)

Answer: Facial Lipoma

Answer: Facial Lipoma

Answer: Risk of Permanent Facial Nerve Damage is Rare after Lipoma Removal

Answer: Risk of Permanent Facial Nerve Damage is Rare after Lipoma Removal

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