A temporary paralysis or weakness of the muscles on one side of the face, often caused by inflammation or compression of the facial nerve.
Bell’s palsy: A temporary paralysis or weakness of the muscles on one side of the face, often caused by inflammation or compression of the facial nerve.
Brian “Weence” Bateman is a health and medical writer who covers public health updates, healthcare policy, and medical developments affecting communities across the United States. He works closely with dentists and healthcare providers and focuses on making complex medical information clear, accurate, and useful for everyday readers.