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Functional assessment
Resting symmetry, movement, eye closure and regional function are assessed. Neurophysiological studies are reviewed where indicated.


Functional reconstruction
Facial paralysis can affect eye closure, smile, speech and social confidence. The choice of reconstruction depends on cause, duration and muscle viability.
Resting symmetry, movement, eye closure and regional function are assessed. Neurophysiological studies are reviewed where indicated.
Depending on the case, nerve repair, nerve grafting, smile reanimation, static procedures and soft-tissue correction may be considered. This is not a universal treatment list.