Facial feminization surgery (FFS) is a popular plastic surgery taken up by transgender patients to have a more feminine appearance and correct gender dysphoria. To enable a comprehensive understanding of Transgender Facial Feminization Surgery in India, here we have the expert answers to the most commonly asked questions by our patients on facial feminization surgery.
- Will facial feminization surgery work on my face?
Any face that looks masculine can be feminized as long as the patient is a healthy transwoman with no major facial defects and holds realistic expectations for the surgery outcome. To confirm the suitability for your facial feminization, it’s recommended to see a facial plastic surgeon with experience and expertise in facial feminization surgeries.
- How much will my facial appearance change after facial feminization surgery?
The goal of a facial feminization surgery is to subtly change the facial features that look like a typical male, ultimately making the whole face look more feminine. The surgery does not involve making any drastic changes to facial structure, which would make recognition hard for others. Changes can be compared with puberty-related physical changes in appearance.
Following surgery, most patients report feeling more confident in their looks. A certified, skilled, and experienced facial plastic surgeon at ABC uses a natural, conservative surgical approach and ensures that the patient does not notice any physiognomy changes.
- What options are available under transgender facial feminization surgery?
There are a number of plastic surgeries of the face that aim to make facial features look feminine while maintaining facial harmony. These include rhinoplasty, chin augmentation, cheek augmentation, jaw shave/reduction surgery, forehead reconstruction/contouring, hairline lowering, and lip augmentation. A transwoman may need all or a few of these surgeries. The surgeon will be planning out the whole surgery- what procedures to incorporate in the plan, after a full evaluation of the patient’s face.
- Is facial feminization surgery compatible with hormone replacement therapy?
Those who are seeking facial feminization surgery but have already been taking hormonal therapy must avoid continuing it before and after facial feminization surgery. This is crucial to ensure the patient’s safety.
- Does facial feminization surgery hurt?
In the first 2 days of the recovery, there will be minor discomfort and tenderness in the operated areas of the face. The discomfort will gradually reduce as the operated sites heal. Pain-relieving medicines can help manage it.
- Will facial feminization surgery leave noticeable scars?
A skilled and experienced surgeon ensures that all incisions made for the surgery are made with precision in areas that remain less noticeable or are camouflaged. Fine, concealable scars are usually expected after any facial feminization surgery.
- How long will facial feminization surgery recovery take?
The exact recovery time for a facial feminization surgery is decided based on how the surgical plan is tailored and executed. In the initial phase of the healing, the patient needs to rest as much as possible and even take leave from work/routine until the temporary side effects like bruising and swelling resolve. Following the surgeon-recommended detailed aftercare instructions is crucial to ensure speedy recovery.
- Which professional to meet for facial feminization surgery?
For achieving optimal surgical outcomes, the most important thing that the patient must not miss out on is making a careful, right choice of the facial plastic surgeon. Generally, the surgeons who can be consulted for facial feminization surgery are certified plastic surgeons and maxillofacial surgeons. Plastic surgeons can work on correcting facial soft tissue abnormalities, while maxillofacial surgeons can perform facial hard tissue/bone-related surgeries.
If you have more questions, do not hesitate; FFS surgeon at Designer Bodyz will be glad to answer your queries in detail, assist with anything related to the surgery, and also let you learn more about Transgender Surgery Cost in India. Designer Body FFS experts have training in both soft and hard tissue-related operations. Schedule a consultation for more details.
