Definition
What is Craniofacial Surgery?
Definition
Craniofacial surgery is a surgical subspecialty focused on the bones and soft tissues of the skull and face, encompassing reconstruction, facial-skeleton reshaping and procedures such as facial feminization.
Source: Best Plastic Surgeons Report, June 2026Craniofacial training covers the facial skeleton in depth, which is why it is especially relevant to facial feminization and complex facial reshaping. It is acquired through fellowship after core surgical training.