Lowering the hairline or changing its shape from an "M" to a more rounded, feminine curve.
Reducing the prominent supraorbital ridge (frontal bossing) and reshaping the brow bone.
FFS involves multiple surgical techniques aimed at various parts of the face:
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Reducing the appearance of the thyroid cartilage, commonly known as the "Adam’s apple". Outcomes and Impact
Narrowing a wide jawline or reducing a prominent chin (genioplasty) to create a softer, V-shaped lower face.
For many, these changes are not just about aesthetics but also about "passing," which can be a matter of personal safety in many environments. Writing and Respectful Engagement When discussing or writing about trans individuals:
"Extreme" facial changes in this context typically refer to , a set of procedures designed to alter masculine facial features into more feminine ones to alleviate gender dysphoria. Key Procedures in Facial Feminization