Facial Feminization Surgery: Preoperative Planning and Surgical Technique for a Harmonious Outcome

Abstract

Feminization of the face is as important as genital or chest surgeries in alleviating gender incongruence in transgender individuals. It comprises a myriad of procedures that address the skeletal and/or soft tissue components to give a harmonious result. The surgeries are custom-tailored for each individual based on facial anatomy as well as her desired changes for optimal results. A thorough understanding of the differences in male and female facial anatomy is crucial.

Keywords

• facial feminization
• frontoplasty
• V-line surgery
• facial harmonization
• feminizing rhinoplasty