El cirurg maxil·lofacial
Example: El cirurg maxil·lofacial va operar la mandíbula del pacient.
Definition
"El cirurg maxil·lofacial" is a medical professional specializing in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects involving the mouth, jaw, face, and neck, often performing complex operations to restore function and appearance.
Etymology
The term "el cirurg maxil·lofacial" comes from Catalan, where "cirurg" means surgeon, derived from the Latin 'chirurgus,' and "maxil·lofacial" combines 'maxilla' (jaw) and 'facial' (face), reflecting the surgeon's focus on the jaw and facial structures.
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