MRI FACE

An MRI of the face allows for examination of sensitive midface structures like the soft tissues, glands, bones and their nerves, the orbits and adjacent sinuses, as well as blood vessels. It is specially recommended for diagnosing tumors, infections, trauma, or congenital abnormalities of the midface region because it does not rely on x-ray and CT imaging. 

What is MRI Face Scan? 

MRI Face refers to an imaging technique that produces detailed images of body parts through the application of a powerful magnet and radio waves. MRIs do not utilize radiation like CT scans do, giving them the advantage of clearer images of soft tissues. 

• Facial swelling or asymmetry. 
• Visualize lesions definable tumours. 
• Examine for sinusitis that is chronic or occurs repeatedly. 
• Facial nerve paralysis (For instance, Bell’s palsy) 
• Evaluation of congenital anomalies 
• Strategy formulation for surgical intervention on face or ENT 

When and Who Needs an MRI Face Scan? 

Indications: 

• Diagnosis of underlying causes regarding facial pain and swelling. 
• Suspected tumour, either cancerous or non-cancerous. 
• Evaluation of mass or cyst within soft tissue. 
• Facial nerve paralysis or dysfunction. 
• Assessment of lacrimal or orbital glands. 
• Tissue changes after trauma. 
• Planning for surgery. 

Patient Demographics: 

• Patients suffering from chronic facial pain. 
• Suspected neoplasia or functional pathologies of salivary gland due to imaging. 
• Evaluation after surgery or trauma. 
• Children with congenital craniofacial anomalies. 

Benefits of MRI Face Scan

• Fine details of soft tissue structures are well defined 
• Absence of exposure to radiation 
• Visualization of the muscles, glands, nerves, and vessels is clear 
• Infections, tumours, or vascular abnormalities can be identified in the early stages 

Conditions Diagnosed with MRI Face

• Facial cysts and tumours 
• Tumours or inflammatory disease of the salivary glands 
• Perineural invasive metastases 
• Orbital inflammatory processes or tumours 
• Lesions and polyps in the paranasal sinuses 
• Some congenital deformities 
• Lymph node enlargement 
• Anomalies of the facial nerve 

• Fasting is not required unless contrast is planned to be used 
• Metal or other objects should not be worn on the face 
• Advise the staff of any dental appliances, implants, or known allergies 

Pre-requisites 

• Clinical letter with detailed symptoms and diagnostics from a physician 
• Assess an ENT or dental exam conducted recently (if relevant) 
• Kidney function evaluation if contrast media will be used 

Best Time to Perform an MRI Face 

• Ongoing facial symptoms without established cause 
• Prior to surgical or incisional biopsy procedures 
• Surveillance of established malignancies or recurrent infection 

Eligibility for MRI Face Scan 

• All ages are appropriate 
• Non-MRI-safe implants are a contraindications. 
• Extra attention needed for claustrophobic subjects 

MRI Face Procedure 

• He lies in a supine position with his head fixed in position 
• Imaging angles are adjusted and MRI sequences are conducted in several planes. 
• Contrast material is given when specific circumstances necessitating better visualization of the tissues arise. 
• The process lasts for 30 to 45 minutes. 
• No recuperation period is necessary. 

Caution 

• Participants must remain motionless to avoid image blurring. 
• Encourage open discussion about claustrophobia—patients may be sedated or an open MRI used. 
• Contrast is administered only when deemed necessary and safe to do so.