It has been estimated in the past to be between 10% and 50%, but these numbers are thought to be overestimates resulting from the lack of facial expression and drooling
The first sign of Moebius syndrome in newborns is an inability to suck, sometimes accompanied by excessive drooling and crossed eyes. Also seen at birth in some patients are abnormalities of the limbs
Paul Moebius, a neurologist who first described the syndrome in 1888.
Individuals with Moebius syndrome may also have abnormalities of their limbs, chest muscles, and tongue.
The underlying problem is a defect in or absence of the sixth and seventh cranial nerves.
Moebius syndrome is considered rare, with an estimated prevalence of 1 in 50,000 to 1 in 500,000 live births. This means that only a very small percentage of the general population is affected by this condition.
The ability to smile has been restored in some cases of Moebius syndrome by surgery which transfers nerve and muscle from the thigh to the face. Other surgeries can be used to treat eye, limb, and jaw problems
Moebius syndrome is a condition in which the facial nerve is underdeveloped, causing paralysis or weakness of the muscles of the face. Other nerves to the facial structures may also be underdeveloped.
Dieter Moebius was born on 1944-01-16.
The cast of Moebius Man - 2011 includes: Pablo Ponce de Leon as Moebius Man
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Thru the Moebius Strip was created on 2005-12-30.
It affects all races the same. Since it is so rare it is hard to find a pattern in it but so far research shows it has no racial preference.