Myectomy and Botulinum Toxin for Paralysis of the Marginal Mandibular Branch of the Facial Nerve: A Series of 76 Cases

Abstract

Using myectomy for paralysis of the marginal mandibular branch of the facial nerve can be an effective treatment for this significant deformity. Chemical myectomy with botulinum toxin injection is a safe and convenient mode of treatment; however, the disadvantage is that it needs repeated injections and costs more.