A hemifacial spasm is a nervous and muscular disorder that affects the muscle associated with the facial nerve. Patients with hemifacial spasm experience twitch in one side of their face involuntarily. In most cases, hemifacial spasms occur when a blood vessel presses a facial nerve. Other causes include tumour and a facial nerve injury.
In the starting, Hemifacial spasm appears as small tics around eyelid, cheek, or mouth. Over time, these tics expand into other parts of your face.
The first symptom is involuntarily twitching on one side of your face. Over time, you may experience frequent twitching on other parts of the same side of your body, including:
Hemifacial spasms are constant in women over 40 years. Though it is not dangerous on its own, a continuous twitch in your face can be uncomfortable. In severe cases, hemifacial spasms can limit your ability to see or speak clearly due to the involuntary eye or mouth closing (on one side of the face).
You can treat minor hemifacial spasms at home by limiting caffeine intake and getting plenty of rest. Certain nutrients can also help reduce spasms, such as:
However, the best and most common treatment for hemifacial spasm is Botox. In Botox treatment, doctors inject small amounts of chemicals into your face (on the affected muscles) using needles. Botox can reduce your spasms for five to six months, after which you might need to take another injection.
When you are at Look Young Clinic, you are guaranteed to receive the best treatment. All our patients with hemifacial spasm condition have seen positive results with our Botox treatment. We determine the right Botox dosage based on the severity of your condition to provide you with the best treatment in the whole of Delhi.
Our services are led by Dr Pratima Bhutani, one of the most prominent doctors in the cosmetic industry. Dr Pratima has more than 21 years of experience in anti-aging procedures.
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If you are experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned above, contact us immediately. We will help you reduce the effects of hemifacial spasm via Botox treatment.
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