Craniofacial surgery
Craniofacial Surgery
Craniofacial surgery (/ˌkreɪnioʊˈfeɪʃəl/; from the Greek words krani meaning skull, opsis meaning face, and surgery from the Greek cheirourgia meaning hand work) is a surgical subspecialty that deals with congenital and acquired deformities of the skull, face, and jaws.
Etymology
The term "Craniofacial" is derived from the words cranium (Latin for skull) and facies (Latin for face). The term "surgery" is derived from the Greek cheirourgia, meaning "hand work".
History
Craniofacial surgery as a distinct discipline was first recognized in the mid-20th century. The specialty has its roots in maxillofacial surgery, plastic surgery, and neurosurgery.
Procedure
Craniofacial surgery procedures often involve the manipulation of bone, both in the cranial vault and in the facial skeleton. Techniques used include bone grafting, distraction osteogenesis, and orthognathic surgery.
Related Terms
- Cleft Lip and Palate: A common condition treated by craniofacial surgeons.
- Craniosynostosis: A condition in which the sutures close too early, causing problems with normal brain and skull growth.
- Hemifacial Microsomia: A condition in which the lower half of one side of the face is underdeveloped and does not grow normally.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Craniofacial surgery
- Wikipedia's article - Craniofacial surgery
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