Welcome to the American Foundation for Facial Recovery
We provide accessible, evidence-based education about facial palsy with the goal of improving outcomes and quality of life for individuals affected by facial paralysis.
We envision a future in which every person affected by facial palsy has access to the highest standard of care and the greatest opportunity for recovery.
Save the Date!
The American Foundation for Facial Recovery’s National Symposium for Facial Paralysis!
November 7, 2026
Join us virtually on November 7, 2026 for our inaugural, patient-focused event with expert physician and therapist panelists to discuss comprehensive treatment options for facial paralysis. Registration and more details coming soon!
For more information, contact info@americanfoundationfacialrecovery.org
Our Mission
At the American Foundation for Facial Recovery, we work with a committed team of facial palsy physical therapists, facial plastic surgeons, neurologists and other specialists who are changing the treatment landscape. We channel their innovations, along with expert findings from around the world, into educational initiatives for patients and physicians alike.
With proper care, a diagnosis of sudden facial palsy can look far different than it used to. We’re holding up a mirror to show everyone how.
Dedicated to Advancing Knowledge
At the American Foundation for Facial Recovery, we’re dedicated to advancing knowledge and treatment for individuals suffering from facial palsy and temporomandibular joint (TMD) disorders. Our mission is to provide essential education for patients, healthcare providers, and the general public to improve recovery outcomes and quality of life.
Fix My Face
Expert Advice for Maximizing Recovery from Bell’s Palsy, Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, and other Causes of Facial Nerve Paralysis
This comprehensive, easy-to-follow resource is a must-read for anyone with recent-onset or persistent facial paralysis due to injury of the seventh cranial nerve.
