LASER DECOMPRESSION OF THE FACIAL-NERVE

Laser decompression of the facial nerve is an experimental approach to evaluating the parameters for laser usage at a nerve-bone interface, This article summarizes the anatomic considerations and indications fo r facial nerve decompression. and the advantages and disadvantages of laser decompression of the facial nerve. Preliminary studies using the Vanderbilt free electron laser are described, and future directions f or research are outlined.