Including tumors, cancers, parotid enlargement, parotitis, stones, & cysts. We specialize in minimally invasive procedures that successfully resolve & cure the disease while enhancing the patient’s quality of life.









Dr. Larian and his team of world-renowned specialists are exceptionally qualified to treat virtually all parotid gland diseases

Micro
Parotidectomy
One of the few surgeons in the world with the expertise to perform minimally invasive parotid surgery, Dr. Larian’s innovative approach minimizes scarring, reduces pain, decreases recovery timewhile preserving facial symmetry.

Facial Nerve Preservation
& Protection
Preservation of the facial nerve & it’s branches are of utmost importance. Dr. Larian & Dr. Azizzadeh are leading facial nerve experts. Their unique partnership & collaboration ensures the safety and integrity of the facial nerve.

Parotid
Reconstruction
Micro-parotidectomy not only creates the smallest incision in the natural areas around the ear, but our team of specialists reconstruct the surgery area to correct the defect, restore facial harmony & prevent Frey’s Syndrome.

Trans-Oral
Parotidectomy
Trans-oral parotidectomy is an elegant operation when the person has a tumor that is in the appropriate location and is of a certain size. Dr. Larian has great expertise in performing this operation & is his preferred choice when indicated.

BILATERAL
PAROTIDECTOMY
Bilateral parotid enlargement is most often caused by sialosis, inflammatory issues & eating disorders. Because it is a difficult problem to address very few surgeons treat it. We have extensive experience in bilateral surgery & reconstruction through the microparotidectomy approach.

DEEP LOBE
PAROTIDECTOMY
Deep lobe tumors have the added complexity of being deep to the facial nerve. This occurs in 20% of parotid surgery cases. Our outcomes in treating deep lobe tumors is outstanding with 100% facial nerve preservation for benign tumors.
Our Philosophy
At the CENTER our mission is taking care of you fully. Our multi-specialty team approach to treating parotid gland disease, and facial nerve disorder ensures patients have access to specialists for every aspect of their disease. With expertise in head & neck surgery, the facial nerve, facial plastic & reconstructive surgery, otology, and neurotology, our team delivers the best outcomes possible. Our team, with over two decades of experience collaborating and innovating, has developed minimally invasive approaches to parotid tumors. This collaboration has also evolved our approach to the facial nerve, giving us extensive experience treating facial paralysis caused by surgery done elsewhere. This has given us not only expertise but a very healthy respect for the facial nerve and its importance. This is why we pay such special attention to the facial nerve during all surgeries, and are meticulous, patient and gentle with the facial nerve. Consequently, our facial nerve outcomes are superb.
We have treated and continue to treat patients from all over the world. If you require any further treatments after your surgery, we would want to collaborate with your local doctors to optimize your outcomes. This is particularly important for patients with parotid cancers, who may need radiation therapy or other treatments. Once you become a patient at the CENTER, we remain committed to your care, ensuring that you receive the best possible treatment
Authorities in Their Field
At the CENTER our mission is taking care of you fully. Our multi-specialty team approach to treating parotid gland disease, and facial nerve disorder ensures patients have access to specialists for every aspect of their disease. With expertise in head & neck surgery, the facial nerve, facial plastic & reconstructive surgery, otology, and neurotology, our team delivers the best outcomes possible. Our team, with over two decades of experience collaborating and innovating, has developed minimally invasive approaches to parotid tumors. This collaboration has also evolved our approach to the facial nerve, giving us extensive experience treating facial paralysis caused by surgery done elsewhere. This has given us not only expertise but a very healthy respect for the facial nerve and its importance. This is why we pay such special attention to the facial nerve during all surgeries, and are meticulous, patient and gentle with the facial nerve. Consequently, our facial nerve outcomes are superb.
We have treated and continue to treat patients from all over the world. If you require any further treatments after your surgery, we would want to collaborate with your local doctors to optimize your outcomes. This is particularly important for patients with parotid cancers, who may need radiation therapy or other treatments. Once you become a patient at the CENTER, we remain committed to your care, ensuring that you receive the best possible treatment

Our team of surgeons has collaborated on the top-selling textbooks in parotid and facial nerve surgery. Together Dr. Azizzadeh and Dr. Slattery co-edited and authored the definitive book for facial nerve disorders called “The Facial Nerve,” and Dr. Larian and Dr. Azizzadeh are authors of the book entitled “Comprehensive Management of Parotid Disorders.”
Meet Our Team
At the CENTER for Advanced Parotid & Facial Nerve Surgery, our team has decades of experience successfully diagnosing and treating diseases of the parotid glands with minimally invasive procedures. Our core surgeons consist of three world renowned specialists:
- Dr. Babak Larian, a globaly recognized board-certified Head & Neck Surgeon, specializing & innovating parotid gland surgery
- Dr. Babak Azizzadeh, a world-renowned, Harvard-trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon
- Dr. William H. Slattery, a board-certified head and neck surgeon, as well as an otology and neurotology specialist
Distinguished by our compassionate care, cutting-edge techniques and rare ability to treat virtually all aspects of parotid disease, the CENTER is internationally recognized for delivering the best parotid surgery available.

Dr. Azizzadeh and Dr. Slattery were bestowed with the honor of leading the 13th International Facial Nerve Symposium, which was held in Los Angeles in August 2017. Dr. Larian led the parotid surgery section of the symposium; it has been the largest parotid symposium to date.
Saving the Facial Nerve
During A Parotidectomy
Evolution
of Parotidectomy
Mary Jo Buttafuco
on Oprah
Conditions Treated
Dr. Larian and his team of world-renowned specialists are extensively trained to treat any disease or issue related to the parotid glands. Guided by our vast medical expertise and an unparalleled level of compassionate care, we will ensure you receive an accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment plan that results in a healthy, functional outcome.

Parotid Tumor
With decades of experience successfully treating parotid tumors, Dr. Larian and his team will perform a biopsy to determine whether the growth is malignant and develop a minimally invasive treatment plan to resolve the issue.

Deep Lobe Tumor
An extremely precise procedure, deep lobe tumor removal should only be performed by vastly experienced surgeons who can successfully remove the mass while preserving the surrounding nerves and structure.

Parotid Stones
A painful condition, parotid stones may need to be surgically removed with a sialendoscopy procedure. In these cases, our team uses the most advanced, minimally invasive techniques available to restore an improved quality of life.
Out of town patients
Due to the CENTER’s international reputation for delivering the best parotid surgery available, many of our patients travel the world to seek treatment in our state-of-the-art facility. Devoted to ensuring your entire experience with us is safe, smooth and convenient, our knowledgeable and helpful staff is trained to assist out-of-town patients with travel arrangements and accommodations. If you are visiting our office from out of town, please call us for assistance facilitating your travel plans.