Facial Paralysis
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Starting with who treats it: facial paralysis is usually evaluated by a neurologist, often with the collaboration of the otolaryngologist and the physical therapist during recovery. It is a loss or weakness of movement in the muscles on one side of the face.
What is it? It occurs when the function of the nerve that controls facial expression is disrupted, making it hard to make gestures such as smiling, closing the eye, or raising the eyebrow on that side.
Common symptoms: Drooping of the corner of the mouth, difficulty closing one eyelid, changes in taste, or sensitivity to sounds.
When to see a doctor? A prompt evaluation is advisable when the weakness appears suddenly, so that a professional can identify its cause and guide appropriate rehabilitation.
Data on 2,916 doctors who treat facial paralysis
Which specialist treats facial paralysis?
Facial paralysis should be evaluated by a neurologist or an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor), who identify the cause; a physical therapist, a neurophysiologist, or a sports medicine doctor can support recovery of movement.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in facial paralysis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Carlos Esteban Fonz Alonso
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Yareth Marleen Cortés Uribe
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Nadia Monserrat Plata Ventura
Dr. Brenda Jimena Sánchez Martínez
Frequently asked questions
What is facial paralysis?
Starting with who treats it: facial paralysis is usually evaluated by a neurologist, often with the collaboration of the otolaryngologist and the physical therapist during recovery. It is a loss or weakness of movement in the muscles on one side of the face.
Which doctor treats facial paralysis?
Facial paralysis should be evaluated by a neurologist or an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor), who identify the cause; a physical therapist, a neurophysiologist, or a sports medicine doctor can support recovery of movement.