Dual Nerve Transfer for Facial Reanimation

Abstract

This article describes a method of performing a dual nerve transfer procedure and provides illustrative cases for analysis and discussion. Clinical indications, technical pearls, and pitfalls are discussed. Dual nerve transfer for facial reanimation efficiently combines the strengths of the hypoglossal and masseteric nerve transfers and builds on existing nerve transfer techniques.

Keywords: Dual nerve transfer; Facial nerve; Facial paralysis; Facial reanimation; Hypoglossal nerve transfer; Masseteric nerve transfer; Nerve transfer; Synkinesis.