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Facial Paralysis
and Reanimation
 
Dr. Bartlett
 
Dr. Serletti
 
Dr. Wu
 

We provide comprehensive surgical treatment for disorders of the facial nerves and muscles as a consequence of tumors, trauma or unknown conditions (e.g., Bell’s Palsy). Conditions addressed include facial paralysis, facial spasms and uncordinated facial motion disorders (e.g., synkinesis, dyskinesis).

Standard Surgical Techniques
  • Lifts
  • Local muscle transfers
  • Static slings
  • Canthopexy
  • Botulinum injections

Advanced Surgical Techniques

  • Microscopic nerve grafts
  • Nerve excisions
  • Microscopic free muscle transfers
 
Inpatient Facilities:
Hospital University of Pennsylvania (HUP)
Childeren's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
 
Office Visit Locations:
10 Penn Tower (HUP)
34th Street and Civic Center Boulevard (CHOP)
 

Making an Office Visit Appointment:
215-662-2050 - 800-789-PENN
215-590-2208 (CHOP)

 


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