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Facial Feminization Process: Choosing a Combined vs. Staged Approach

Facial feminization surgery (FFS) is not a single procedure. Instead, it is a personalized group of procedures designed to soften facial features and create greater harmony with a person's embodiment goals. Because every face is unique, the surgical plan should be just as individualized. If you're exploring your options, you may be wondering whether it's …

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What to know about Facial Feminization Surgery

By: Dr. Paul Mittermiller, craniofacial plastic surgeon specializing in gender-affirming facial surgery at Align Surgical Associates What is facial feminization surgery?  Facial feminization surgery (FFS) encompasses a range of procedures designed to soften and feminize the facial features of transgender women and nonbinary and gender-diverse individuals. The goal is to enable patients to live as …

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