Journal of Craniofacial Surgery · 2005 · 14 citations · 12 references
MedicineMaxillofacial SurgeryCraniofacial SurgeryCranial NervesFacial Nerve DisordersFacial Nerve SurgeryMandibular OsteotomyOrthognathic SurgeryFacial Paralysis ManagementTransient Facial Weakness
Facial nerve injuries are rare complications after orthognathic surgery. A literature review shows that such damages can develop with various mechanisms and are usually transient. Two cases of delayed facial paralysis after mandibular osteotomy with spontaneous recovery are reported.
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