...In practical terms, this wayward regrowth of nerves may have perplexing effects for the individual concerned. When a certain part of the face is required to move, another part moves along with it automatically. So, for example, if a person wishes to grin, the upper eyelid on the affected side blinks or closes at the same time. Or perhaps a fibre that is supposed to go to the salivary gland ends up being connected to the tear gland - so every time the normal reflex mechanism that causes chewing to produce saliva is activated, excess tears result instead of saliva. Someone experiencing this may feel frustrated by this, or suffer social embarrassment by these unwanted effects in company.

It is useful to examine this condition in terms of treatment and management...

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