Definition

Connected to the upper jaw and the face, often used in medical contexts.

Example

The surgeon specialized in maxillofacial procedures to treat facial injuries.

Conversation

I heard you went to a new dentist recently.

Yeah, they specialize in maxillofacial treatments, which is pretty neat.

That sounds interesting! What kind of procedures do they offer?

Mainly surgeries related to the jaw and face, but they also do cosmetic work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Maxillofacial → It is formed from "maxilla" (from Latin, meaning jawbone) and "facialis" (from Latin, meaning of the face). The term refers to the area concerning both the jaw and the face, particularly in medical contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'maxilla' as the jawbone and 'facialis' as relating to the face — together, they describe the medical field that deals with the jaw and face.

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