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nonsurgical

British  
/ nɒnˈsɜːdʒɪkəl /

adjective

  1. not of, relating to, involving, or used in surgery

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Dr. Claudia Kim, a cosmetic surgeon in New York City, says more men are coming in for aesthetic procedures, both surgical and nonsurgical, including jaw-line enhancements, hair restoration and skin treatments.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Meanwhile, the Cleveland Clinic says it can take 12 to 16 weeks for a nonsurgical broken ankle to be healthy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2024

Hunter, who has missed the last two games, will have a nonsurgical procedure on Tuesday.

From Washington Times • Dec. 25, 2023

Gender-affirming surgeries are much less common than mental health and medical, nonsurgical support among Washingtonians under 18.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 17, 2023

Gene therapy may offer a nonsurgical alternative to cutting down vast stray populations.

From New York Times • Jun. 7, 2023

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