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Guest: Jacob K. Dey, M.D.

Bell's Palsy

January 2, 2024

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D.

Bell’s Palsy typically causes acute unilateral weakness of the facial muscles. Although it can occur at any age, Its most common in middle age and older adults. It tends to occur more often in females, especially during pregnancy. Although most cases resolve with time, treatment is available and recommended. The topic of this podcast is Bell’s Palsy, and my guest is Jacob Dey, M.D., a facial plastic surgeon in the Division of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery in the Department of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery at the Mayo Clinic. We’ll discuss the pathophysiology of Bell’s Palsy, the typical course of the illness, it’s potential complications and the various treatment options.