De mond-, kaak- en aangezichtschirurg
Example: De mond-, kaak- en aangezichtschirurg helpt bij complexe gezichtsbeschadigingen.
Definition
"De mond-, kaak- en aangezichtschirurg" refers to a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, and deformities of the mouth, jaws, and face. This surgeon performs complex surgical procedures to restore function and appearance, often dealing with trauma or congenital issues.
Etymology
The term "de mond-, kaak- en aangezichtschirurg" is Dutch, combining 'mond' (mouth), 'kaak' (jaw), and 'aangezicht' (face) with 'chirurg' (surgeon). It literally translates to 'mouth, jaw, and facial surgeon,' clearly describing the areas of surgical expertise. The word 'chirurg' comes from the Greek 'cheirourgos,' meaning 'hand worker.'
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"De mond-, kaak- en aangezichtschirurg" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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the oral and maxillofacial surgeon