In Episode 9 we talk to Michelle Mendoza and her teenage son Charlie about getting facial paralysis as a result of surgery to remove a tumor when he was 8 years old. We discuss his misdiagnosis at age 4, his 10-hour surgery, his long recovery - including being in a coma, dealing with FP while going to school, and bullying. We also discuss how Charlie has overcome all of these things and is now a very active member at his school - including being the lead in a play, and singing in the talent show. Lastly, we end by discussing the new support group in Las Vegas they created for brain injury.    Don't forget to subscribe here or on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/unique-smiles-podcast/id1352822884   If you have any questions/comments about the podcast please comment below or contact us at:  CONNECT WITH US! https://www.facebook.com/Unique-Smiles-Podcast-168413050468091/ https://twitter.com/UniqueSmilesPod Email: UniqueSmilesPodcast@gmail.com   A big THANK YOU to our sponsors: http://facialparalysisfoundation.org/  and    https://www.risephysicaltherapy.com/   Also, a big THANK YOU to Wes Hutchinson for allowing the use of his beautiful song, "Summer Love" for the podcast. You can check Wes' music at https://weshutchinson.com/