Q. I have bells palsy since October 10th of 2016. Will Botox help fix my face? A. So sorry for your Bell’s Palsy! I hope you resolve completely. Yes, Botox and other options may help but not necessarily in a way you might think. 1. Using Botox on the active muscles of the weaker side... Read more »
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Can Botox or Facelift help my closing eye moving brow and chin dimple?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I suffered from bells palsy when I was 6 and it was mostly gone but left off with a droopy upper eyelid and crooked smile, involuntary movements occur when I smile, or when I blink,. I can’t open my right eye fully, maybe Botox could open it up... Read more »
Will a facelift help fix my Bell’s Palsy?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Seven years ago, when I was pregnant with my first child, I experienced what I know now to be Bell’s Palsy. As you can see from the photo, my nostrils, upper lip, and cheek/jawline appear crooked. What sort of procedures do I need to fix this? A facelift?... Read more »
Can a treatment with Botox correct the hyperkinesis and/or synkinesis caused by Bell’s Palsey 2 decades ago?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. It has certainly hurt my appearance, and I’ve been self-conscious ever since. I wonder if the advances made in the field of Botox treatment have made any new options available for correcting, or even minimizing these effects. Furthermore, might such treatment be covered medical insurance since it was caused... Read more »
How can I fix my Bell’s palsy affected side of face?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I got Bell’s palsy in October 2012 while I was pregnant. I was not allowed to take steroids. This is the best it has gotten and I want to feel confident. I have such low self esteem due to this. A. Congrats on the pregnancy! So sorry for the... Read more »
Can Botox help for bells palsy?
Question from Toronto, ON: Hello I have had bells palsy since I was young and was wondering if Botox can help with the problems, thank you. Answer from Dr. Dean Kane, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon from Baltimore: So sorry for your Bell’s Palsy! I hope you resolve completely. Yes, Botox and other options may help but not... Read more »
