| Who are transgender people?
Transgender people come from every region of the world, from every racial and ethnic background, and every faith community. Chances are that you’ve met a transgender person, even if you don’t know it. People sometimes confuse being transgender and being intersex. Intersex people have reproductive anatomy or genes that don’t fit typical definitions of male or female. Being transgender, meanwhile, has to do with your internal knowledge of your gender identity. For many transgender people, recognizing who they are and deciding to start gender transition can take a lot of reflection. Transitioning is the time period during which a person begins to live according to their gender identity, rather than the gender they were thought to be at birth. Gender transition looks different for every person. Possible steps in a gender transition may or may not include changing your clothing, appearance, name, or the pronoun people use to refer you. And some people undergo hormone therapy or other medical procedures to change their physical characteristics and make their bodies better reflect the gender they know themselves to be. Transgender women may choose facial feminization surgery as part of their male-to-female transition process to make their faces appear more feminine.
Facial feminization surgery includes Hairline lowering, Cheek augmentation, Rhinoplasty, Lip lift augmentation, Chin reduction, Jaw shave, Tracheal shave.
What are the benefits of FFS?
FFS can help give you the physical appearance of the gender you identify with. Many people who are transiting from male to female consider this an important step in their transition process. After surgery, you may feel more confident and secure in your gender expression.
FAQS
Will I have pain after the FFS?
The postoperative period of facial feminization surgery is uncomfortable rather than painful. Although the perception of pain is subjective, in general, our patients comment that pain levels are very low after surgery. In fact, the majority of our patients do not need to use any type of medication to relieve the pain. In some cases, we prescribe postoperative analgesics if necessary.
How much time do I need to get back to my normal daily activities?
You will need at least one week off from your work or studies to prepare and undergo surgery and attend postoperative appointments. It takes one week for the swelling to subside and the bruises disappear after two weeks, although they can be easily hidden with makeup. That said, if you can work from home, you can ‘go back to work’ just a few days after surgery; however, people who do not want to return to their studies or work until they fully recover may need a 2-3 week resting plan.
Can any face be feminized?
Any face is capable of having its features made more feminine or masculine. In general, all “healthy” patients can undergo feminization surgery. However, your feminization surgeon will have to evaluate if you are an appropriate candidate for the procedure.
Should I wait until I receive hormone replacement therapy (HRT) before undergoing FFS?
It is not necessary to wait. However, your surgeon may ask you to temporarily suspend or reduce your HRT in the weeks before and after your surgery for safety reasons. Patients who feel self-confident and know for certain what they want to achieve, are good candidates for feminization surgery even if they are not receiving HRT.
Will I still look like myself after Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS)?
The goal of facial feminization surgery is to maintain the essence of you. Surgeons try to combine subtle changes to feminize their facial features. The final result is that you feel more feminine, but you will remain who you are. Your family and friends should continue to recognize you for who you really are. From our experience, many patients confess feeling more self-confident and with greater self-esteem after a feminization surgery. If your surgery is done correctly and by a certified surgeon, along with a natural and conservative approach, you should not notice any changes in your physiognomy. | |
