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A member asked:

Is synkinesis permanent if developed early stage in the healing process of bell's palsy. when i close my eye my lip and cheek spasms uncontrollably.

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Probably: It maybe permanent but can improve even up to a year.

Dr Grin agreed

Answered 10/19/2014

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