Any treatment for permanent facial paralysis patient for over. 8 years?
陳肖龍
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Dear Patrick,
Thank you for your inquiry.
There are indeed many ways to treat patients with permanent facial palsy. Broadly speaking, treatments could be divided into static and dynamic reconstructions.
Static reconstruction aims to improve static symmetry at rest, e.g. by lifting the angle of mouth. The surgery is shorter and simpler but they do not restore muscle functions, i.e. patients still cannot smile after surgery. Dynamic reconstruction surgeries (e.g. gracilis muscle transfer) are more complicated but tend to have better results. These procedures improve symmetry at rest and can potentially reanimate the face as well. It gives patients a chance to smile with their paralyzed face again (with some training after surgery).
Each treatment option has its own advantages, limitations, and risks. You are advised to seek professional opinion and assessment to see which option suits you best.
Dr Richie Chan Specialist in Plastic Surgery
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Hi - want to ask about the approx charge of this operation for both eyes for mild/medium ptosis.
陳肖龍
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Hi Faybing,
Drooping eyelids can be caused by many factors, such as ptosis or dermatochalasis. Dermatochalasis can often be corrected with resection of excess eyelid skin to improve its appearance. Ptosis, however, implies a compromised levator muscle function. The underlying cause, if any, should be determined before treatment can be performed. It is safest to seek specialist assessment first before deciding on surgery. Hope this helps.
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