craniofacial

American  

[krey-nee-oh-fey-shuhl] / ˌkreɪ ni oʊˈfeɪ ʃəl /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or affecting the cranium and face.

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Etymology

Origin of craniofacial

First recorded in 1850–55; cranio- + facial

Example Sentences

A craniofacial reconstruction of the ancient skeleton had previously depicted her as having curly black hair, brown eyes and dark skin.

From BBC

Armed with skeletal DNA, Tobias Houlton, a specialist in craniofacial reconstruction, produced a model derived from multiple views of the warrior’s skull, which was crushed in an ancient tomb collapse.

From Los Angeles Times

Face Lab specialises in creating digital craniofacial reconstructions using forensic, artistic and scientific principles and technologies.

From BBC

Majid's medical team – all working for free – will include craniofacial, plastic and orthodontic surgeons, with hospital bills paid for by private donations.

From BBC

Her son, Vicente Giron Sarria, had been diagnosed with facial deformities, and Lakatos began joining Blanco and her partner at every meeting with the craniofacial team.

From Los Angeles Times