I have a mild case of it. It's a facial paralysis and it can sometimes result in facial abnormalities. The only abnormality I have, fortunately, is that my mouth doesn't fully close and my teeth are a little big (my two front teeth, the rest are fine).
Now here's a more detailed explanation of it:
Moebius Syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by lifetime facial paralysis. People with Moebius Syndrome can't smile or frown, and they often can't blink or move their eyes from side to side. In some instances, the syndrome is also associated with physical problems in other parts of the body.
The Moebius Syndrome Foundation is a nonprofit organization started by parents and people with Moebius Syndrome. We've come together to do what we can to fight back - by spreading the word among the medical and lay communities and by supporting research into the causes, treatments, and possible cures for Moebius Syndrome.
Moebius Syndrome is extremely rare. Two important nerves - the sixth and seventh cranial nerves - are not fully developed, causing eye muscle and facial paralysis. The movements of the face - blinking, lateral eye movements, and facial expressions are controlled by these nerves. Many of the other 12 cranial nerves may also be affected, including the 3rd, 5th, 8th, 9th, 11th and 12th.
I can't blink but my eyes close ok. I also have somewhat of a speech impairment but I've overcome it by speech therapy. Sometimes, I don't even realize I have it.
What bugs me most of all is when people hear my voice and assume I'm retarded or when someone stares at me. I'm just as smart as they are.
Oh and I got the "Smile Operation" by Dr. Zucker at Sick Kids in Toronto, Ontario when I was 7 so I can smile somehwat now. I can smile a lot on my right side but my left side is still mostly paralyzed.
But, I've got a milder case than many others, so I'm not complaining.
