The second edition of The Facial Nerve presented an overview of all facial nerve disorders. This book, extracted from one section of that text, focuses on treating facial paralysis, providing step-by-step surgical instructions, illustrated with b&w photos and drawings, for a range of techniques. The book begins with a history of facial rehabilitative surgery, then goes on to cover patient selection, indications and contraindications, techniques, and complications. There are also tips on non-surgical methods of enhancing results with makeup, hair style, and clothing. The book is of interest to facial plastic surgeons, otolaryngologists, oral-maxillofacial surgeons, and skull base surgeons. May and Schaitkin are affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)