genyplasty

/ˌdʒɛnɪˈplɑːsti/

Definitions

1. noun

A surgical procedure that involves the replacement of a missing body part with a prosthetic or autogenous one, often using bone grafting and osteotomy.

“The patient underwent genyplasty to replace her missing jawbone with a custom-made prosthetic.”

Synonyms

  • bone grafting
  • osteotomy

Antonyms

  • amputation
  • excision