craniofacial
adjective
cra·nio·fa·cial
ˌkrā-nē-ō-ˈfā-shəl 
: of, relating to, or involving both the cranium and the face
a craniofacial deformity
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Net proceeds benefit plastic surgery – craniofacial services at Rady Children’s Hospital.
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Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
Four months ago, Hopper moved to Austin to create a craniofacial center at Texas Children's Hospital in North Austin.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Aug. 2024
The campaign is underpinned by survey research involving those living with facial differences arising from scarring, burns, reconstructive surgery, craniofacial conditions and various other congenital facial malformations.
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Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
Four months ago, Hopper moved to Austin to create a craniofacial center at Texas Children's Hospital in North Austin.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Aug. 2024
The campaign is underpinned by survey research involving those living with facial differences arising from scarring, burns, reconstructive surgery, craniofacial conditions and various other congenital facial malformations.
—Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
Because nasal congestion and certain craniofacial features can increase the likelihood of sleep apnea, consulting with a dentist, ear, nose, and throat doctor, and/or sleep medicine specialist is the best bet.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Craniofacial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/craniofacial. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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craniofacial
adjective
cra·nio·fa·cial
ˌkrā-nē-ō-ˈfā-shəl
: of, relating to, or involving both the cranium and the face
craniofacial abnormalities
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