myoplastic

/ˌmaɪəplæstɪk/ MAI-ə-plast-ik

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or used in myoplasty, a surgical procedure to remove and rebuild breast tissue

“The surgeon specialized in myoplastic procedures for breast reconstruction.”

2. noun

a surgical procedure that involves the removal and rebuilding of breast tissue

“Her doctor recommended a myoplastic surgery to restore her breast after the mastectomy.”

Synonyms

  • breast reconstruction
  • mastectomy reconstruction

Antonyms

  • breast enlargement
  • tissue augmentation