Bell’s Palsy and Facial Rehabilitation at Dosher PT

Specialized Therapy to Regain Facial Movement and Confidence

If you are recovering from Bell’s palsy or another form of facial paralysis, physical therapy can play a key role in restoring movement, reducing discomfort, and improving facial symmetry. At Dosher Physical Therapy, we offer gentle, individualized facial rehabilitation to help you retrain facial muscles, manage lingering weakness, and recover function.

Close-up of a person’s lower face and lips.

What Is Bell’s Palsy?

Bell’s palsy is a temporary paralysis or weakness of the facial muscles, usually affecting one side of the face. It is often caused by inflammation of the facial nerve and may result in:

  • Drooping of one side of the face
  • Inability to close the eye or smile
  • Facial stiffness or tightness
  • Altered sense of taste
  • Eye dryness or excessive tearing

Our Approach to Facial Rehabilitation

At Dosher PT, we focus on gentle, progressive retraining of facial muscles through:

Neuromuscular Therapy

Neuromuscular Re-education

Targeted exercises that help the brain reconnect with facial muscles to restore movement.

Craniofacial therapy treatment and rehabilitation.

Manual Therapy and Massage

Hands-on techniques to reduce stiffness, improve circulation, and relieve muscle tightness.

Mirror therapy exercise used in rehabilitation.

Mirror Therapy and Biofeedback

Tools to improve control and awareness of subtle facial movements.

Gaze stabilization exercise for vestibular therapy.

Home Program Development

Daily exercises you can safely perform at home to continue progress between sessions.

Get the Support You Need to Smile Again

Let our team help you regain comfort, control, and confidence in your facial expression. Schedule your appointment today.

Facial rehabilitation therapy and recovery exercises.