Facial Feminization & Gender Confirmation Surgery

Brow reshaping is one of the most common components of facial feminization surgery. In individuals assigned male at birth, the brow bone can often appear more prominent and angular. A brow lift elevates the position of the eyebrows while removing excess skin, giving a more youthful, feminine appearance. In cases where the brow ridge is overly pronounced, bone contouring or reduction techniques can smooth the area, ensuring a more gentle curve in alignment with the rest of the face.

Nose refinement, or rhinoplasty, is another key element of facial feminization surgery. A masculine nose may appear larger or more angular than the softer features typically associated with a feminine face. This surgery reshapes the nose by narrowing the bridge, refining the tip, and sometimes altering the nostrils. Dr. Lu uses advanced techniques to ensure that the new nose complements the overall facial features, resulting in a balanced look. Rhinoplasty is highly customized to the individual’s facial proportions and aesthetic goals.

A high and prominent cheek structure is a classic feminine feature. If your cheeks lack volume or definition, Dr. Lu can enhance them through implants or fat grafting. Implants can be placed in the upper cheek area to create more pronounced, youthful contours. Fat grafting, on the other hand, uses your own fat cells, harvested from another area of your body, to provide natural volume and contour. Both methods help create a fuller, rounder cheek area, contributing to a softer, more feminine appearance.

Masculine jawlines tend to be wider or more square, while feminine jawlines are typically softer and more tapered. Through jaw contouring, Dr. Lu can reduce the width of the jaw or sculpt a more rounded, delicate shape. Chin refinement may involve reducing or reshaping a prominent chin to achieve a smoother, softer profile. In some cases, chin augmentation with implants is performed to enhance the appearance of the lower face. These procedures help create an overall balance between the upper and lower parts of the face.

The Adam’s apple is more prominent in individuals assigned male at birth due to the larger thyroid cartilage. In gender confirmation surgery, an Adam’s apple reduction, also known as a tracheal shave, is performed to smooth out the area and reduce its visibility. This surgery is often minimally invasive and involves making a small incision under the chin or in the natural crease of the neck to remove or reduce the size of the thyroid cartilage. The result is a smoother, more feminine neck profile.

While men tend to have thinner lips, women generally have fuller, more defined lips. Dr. Lu can enhance the lips with injectable fillers or surgical techniques such as lip lifts. Fillers add volume and definition to the lips, giving them a plumper appearance. A lip lift, on the other hand, can raise the upper lip to reveal more of the teeth, creating a more feminine smile. These treatments are tailored to your natural lip shape and facial features, enhancing your overall appearance.