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Had midface lift, my lip and cheek droop slightly, smile is weak on the right side, i have numbness in the lip. can emg ncs test the nerves accurately?
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Yes, but do this: Emg can assess both facial and trigeminal nerve function, but these kinds of tests often require a degree of expertise to obtain reliable outcomes. Might seek out a doctor who is associated with a university medical school setting, or contact the american association of electrodiagnostic medicine for recommendations.
Answered 6/21/2013
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