anaplastology

In the United States, this specialty is known as anaplastology.

The term anaplastology was coined by Walter G. Spohn and is used worldwide.

Orbital prosthesis (artificial replacement of the eye and eyelids within the discipline of Anaplastology) for an extenterated orbit.

In 2008, the American Anaplastology Association became the International Anaplastology Association.

Certification in the field of anaplastology is provided by the Board for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology (BCCA).