Facial Rehabilitation after Surgical Excision of Intra-Parotid Facial Nerve Schwannoma

Background: Plexiform schwannomas of the intra-parotid facial nerve are rare slow growing benign tumours, usually painless and sometime present with facial disability. The aim of this case discussion is to raise awareness of this rare clinical entity, highlight the difficulty to diagnose this condition pre-operatively, discuss the management options and the role of speech and language therapist in facial rehabilitation post-operatively.