Facial Feminization Considerations for the Transgender Patient

Facial Feminization Considerations for the Transgender Patient

Logan G Galbraith

Maya Schnall

Julie M Aultman

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

2023 Apr 19

Facial feminization is a desire expressed by certain individuals who identify beyond the gender binary seeking to align their physical appearance and the gender with which they identify. Although there are many ways to achieve a more feminine facial appearance, several factors influence routes that patients choose. This Viewpoint explores the considerations of physicians aiming to advocate for transgender patients, and “leverage expertise to promote protection of gender-affirming care” through medical and surgical interventions to achieve facial feminization. Due to gaps in literature, this Viewpoint further addresses some of the clinical, ethical, and aesthetic issues that require support of physicians.

doi: 10.1097/GOX.0000000000004933

English