Hemifacial
adjective
Referring to or affecting one side of the face.
The patient showed hemifacial asymmetry after the accident.
Often appears as...
- hemifacial spasm
- hemifacial nerve
Usage tips
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hemifacial spasm, hemifacial microsomia, hemifacial pain
adjective
Referring to or affecting one side of the face.
The patient showed hemifacial asymmetry after the accident.
Often appears as...
- hemifacial spasm
- hemifacial nerve
Usage tips
Neutral
hemifacial spasm, hemifacial microsomia, hemifacial pain
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
The term is mostly used in medical contexts, so it should be used precisely when discussing conditions affecting the facial structure.
Pro Tip 2/3Sensitivity
When discussing someone's appearance, use 'hemifacial' with care to avoid implying negativity regarding their features.
Pro Tip 3/3Technicality
In medical jargon, be precise about which side of the face you are referring to.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
The term is mostly used in medical contexts, so it should be used precisely when discussing conditions affecting the facial structure.
Pro Tip 2/3Sensitivity
When discussing someone's appearance, use 'hemifacial' with care to avoid implying negativity regarding their features.
Pro Tip 3/3Technicality
In medical jargon, be precise about which side of the face you are referring to.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
The term is mostly used in medical contexts, so it should be used precisely when discussing conditions affecting the facial structure.
Pro Tip 2/3Sensitivity
When discussing someone's appearance, use 'hemifacial' with care to avoid implying negativity regarding their features.
Pro Tip 3/3Technicality
In medical jargon, be precise about which side of the face you are referring to.
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