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.
Changing lives one patient at a time
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Featured for our unparalleled expertise
Clinical Chief
of the Division
of Otolaryngology
at Cedars-Sinai
Recognized for cutting edge techniques
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Our Philosophy
Center for Advanced Parotid & Facial Nerve Surgery
At the CENTER for Advanced Parotid Surgery our multi-specialty team approach to minimally invasive parotidectomy with facial nerve preservation and facial reconstruction ensures patients have access to specialists for every aspect of their parotid disease. With expertise in head & neck surgery, the facial nerve, facial plastic & reconstructive surgery, otology, and neurotology, our parotid surgery team delivers superior surgical outcomes. Complimenting this unparalleled medical expertise with a dedication to compassionate patient care, makes the CENTER for Advanced Parotid & Facial Nerve Surgery a highly sought after destination for patients from around the world.
Parotid surgery requires an exceptionally high level of surgical skill for a very important reason; the facial nerve runs right through the parotid gland. The CENTER provides patients with access to the leading facial nerve expert, Dr. Babak Azizzadeh, so they can rest assured that the preservation of their facial nerve, and therefore their ability to move their face and make facial expressions, is in the best hands possible.
Authorities in Their Field
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
Micro Parotidectomy
& Facial Reconstruction
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
