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The Facial Muscular Activity: A Paradigm for Understanding Facial Asymmetry

Egypt100 participantsStarted 2025-06-01

Plain-language summary

Facial asymmetry, the degree to which the two sides of the face differ in size, shape, or the arrangement of features, is a near-universal human characteristic. The intricate network of facial muscles plays a crucial role in both the static structure and the dynamic expressions of the face. The continuous pull and action of facial muscles can influence the development and positioning of underlying soft tissues and even, over extended periods, potentially impact skeletal structures.

Who can participate

Age range16 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Presenting with noticeable facial asymmetry * Age \> 16 years * General good health * Absence of specific neurological conditions affecting facial muscles. * Absence of congenital facial disorders that might cause facial asymmetry, like hemifacial microsomia and cleft lip and palate syndromes. Exclusion Criteria: * History of facial trauma or surgery * Diagnosed Neuromuscular Disorders * Active facial infections.

What they're measuring

Facial Electromyography (EMG)

Timeframe: Day 1

Facial Asymmetry Measurement

Timeframe: Day 1

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07008807

SponsorSouth Valley University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2025-07-01

Contact for this trial

Mohammed E. Ali, PhD

+201011212425 m.essam@svu.edu.eg

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