Facial Feminization Surgery: Preoperative Planning and Surgical Technique for a Harmonious Outcome
Arjun Asokan,
Madhu K. Sudheendran,
Manu Mohandas
et al.
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.The use of computed tomographic imaging w… Show more
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