
Reconstructive
Medical Context
Used often in medical fields to describe surgery that rebuilds body parts.
She received reconstructive surgery to restore her hand's functionality.
Beyond Cosmetics
Focuses on restoring form and function, not just appearance.
The fire victim required reconstructive surgery, not for looks, but to speak again.
Accidents and Illness
Often follows accidents or to correct effects of illness.
After battling cancer, she underwent reconstructive breast surgery.
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CorrectiveRebuildRegenerativeRemedialRenewRepairRestorativeRevitalize
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