Facial Nerve Disorders, Facial Paralysis and Reanimation
The facial surgery team at University Hospitals offers state-of-the-art surgical techniques to restore function to people who suffer from facial nerve disorders or paralysis due to injury, disease or trauma.
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To schedule a consultation with a UH facial plastic surgeon, call 216-844-3223.
Find a UH Facial Plastic SurgeonRestoring Function and Improving Quality of Life
Our facial surgery experts are experienced in performing intricate procedures that can restore movement and improve the appearance and symmetry of the affected areas of the face. These procedures help give patients improved outcomes and better quality of life.
Our Facial Nerve Procedures
Upper and Lower Eyelid Reconstruction
This surgical procedure is used to restore both function and appearance of the eyelids after damage caused by tumors, burns, injuries or other trauma. Learn more.
Botox, Xeomin and Dysport for Facial Spasms and Synkinesis
These injections help by blocking the nerve signals and temporarily relaxing the muscles that are causing involuntary facial movement. Learn more.
Static and Dynamic Reanimation of the Face
Static reanimation can help make the two sides of the face appear more symmetrical, while dynamic reanimation also helps restore movement to the face muscles.
Selective Neurectomy and Myectomy
A selective neurectomy is used to surgically reroute malfunctioning nerves to improve facial movement, which a myectomy removes portions of a muscle that are not moving correctly.
Temporalis Tendon Transfer
This surgical procedure reroutes the temporalis muscle and reattaches it to the corner of the lip, and can improve facial symmetry, speech and eating.
Gracilis Free Flap for Smile Reanimation
This procedure takes muscle from the leg and reattaches it to the face to help improve facial movement and symmetry.
Your Facial Surgery Journey
Initial Consultation
Comprehensive evaluation of your condition and discussion of your goals and treatment options.
Recovery & Follow-Up
Comprehensive postoperative care and long-term follow-up to ensure optimal healing and results.
Personalized Planning
Development of customized surgical approach using advanced imaging and 3-D modeling when appropriate.
Surgical Procedure
Expert surgical care using the latest techniques and technology in a state-of-the-art facility.
Find a UH Facial Plastic Surgeon
Cyrus Rabbani, MD
(4.9), - Otolaryngology-Facial Plastics
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Beachwood (7 mi.)
Cleveland (0 mi.)
South Euclid (4 mi.)
Westlake (15 mi.)
Akron (30 mi.)
Saikrishna Gourishetti, MD
- Otolaryngology-Facial Plastics
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Beachwood (7 mi.)
Cleveland (0 mi.)
Westlake (15 mi.)
Akron (30 mi.)