Facial Reanimation, Bell's Palsy & Smile Surgery2018
Facial Soft-Tissue Mobility: Baseline Dynamics of Patients with Unilateral Facial Paralysis
Trotman CA, Faraway J, Hadlock T, Banks C, Jowett N, Jung HJ
Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open
What Is This Study About?
This study quantitatively measured facial soft-tissue movement dynamics in patients with unilateral facial paralysis using 3D motion capture. The research establishes baseline measurements for evaluating treatment outcomes.
Key Findings
- Quantified facial movement asymmetry using 3D motion capture technology
- Established baseline dynamics for patients with unilateral facial paralysis
- Provides objective measures for evaluating treatment outcomes
What This Means for Patients
Precise measurement of facial movement helps surgeons track treatment progress objectively and compare different surgical approaches for restoring facial symmetry.
Citation & Links
Citation: Trotman CA, Faraway J, Hadlock T, Banks C, Jowett N, Jung HJ. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2018 Oct; 6(10):e1955.
PMID: 30534499PMCID: PMC6250472