Facial Nerve Care
We bring together specialized teams to diagnose and treat facial nerve conditions. Whether symptoms are new or long-standing, we’re here to help you regain function, comfort and quality of life.
Why Choose Sutter?
Facial nerve conditions can affect how you move, speak, eat and connect with others. That’s why our program takes a whole-person approach, looking beyond physical symptoms to understand the full impact on your life. We care for both children and adults with conditions affecting the cranial nerve VII such as Bell’s palsy, facial paralysis, synkinesis (involuntary movements), nerve injuries and congenital disorders.
Our multidisciplinary team includes specialists in neurology, otolaryngology (ENT), facial plastic surgery and physical therapy. Working closely together to identify underlying causes, we create a customized care plan for your needs. From advanced imaging and diagnostics to medical therapies, reconstructive surgery and rehabilitation, we offer leading-edge options to support your recovery.
We’re with you at every stage. We help with care coordination, provide emotional support and adjust treatments to help prevent complications. Our goal is to provide comprehensive, compassionate care that helps you move forward with confidence.
Need a Referral?
Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, or call us at 888-834-1788.
Conditions
- Acute and Chronic Infections
- Bell's Palsy
- Ear Disorders
- Facial Nerve Problems
- Facial Paralysis
- Facial Problems and Injuries
- Facial Trauma
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Inflammation Disease
- Nerve Tumors
- Skin Cancer
Diagnostics
- Blood Test
- CT Scan
- EMG Guided Neurotoxin Injection
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Nerve Conduction Studies
- Ultrasound
Treatments
- EMG Guided Neurotoxin Injection
- Eye Muscle Surgery
- Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Medication Assisted Treatment
- Nerve Repair
- Nerve Surgery
- Non-Cosmetic Botox Injections
- Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Services
- Psychosocial Medicine
- Speech and Language Therapy
- Surgical Procedures
- Tumor Removal
Facial Nerve Center
Led by Dr. Gaelen Stanford-Moore, our San Francisco Facial Nerve Center delivers whole-person care for conditions such as Bell’s palsy, Ramsay Hunt syndrome, facial paralysis, involuntary muscle movements, facial nerve tumors or trauma, congenital conditions and facial changes after surgery.
Our team of leading-edge specialists offers comprehensive medical, surgical and rehabilitative treatments — from medications and nerve grafts to reconstructive surgery, Botox® for unwanted movements, and facial retraining with speech and swallowing therapy.
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