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Facial Feminization Surgery

Why id

No exaggerated femininity, just accurate expression. Every line is designed for a smooth connection.

  • A hospital specializing in facial bones since 2004,with data from over 40,321 bone surgeries.
  • Provided by a team of professional facial bone surgeons, tailored to each patient.
  • Extensive experience with global FFS cases, with communication that reflects each patient's culture and personal preferences
  • Caring, respectful, and private support provided by a dedicated translator.

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What is Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS)?

Korean Facial feminization surgery(FFS) is for anyone who wants to have a soft, feminine structure not only face but also body. People are looking for facial feminization surgery to improve their face or body shape.
Even though the majority of patients are transgender, many female patients want to change their masculine bone structure and balance through FFS surgery. V-line surgery, Cheekbone reduction, Rhinoplasty, Forehead reduction, Browbone shaving etc. are the common procedures for the facial feminization surgery (FFS).
Ultimately, the goal is to reduce certain exaggerated features for an overall more balanced, feminine look.

Candidates of Korean Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS)?

FFS is required for many transgendered patients to medically treat gender dysphoria. Depending on the individual,it can be considered even more important than the sex reassignment surgery (SRS), as it helps them to integrate socially as women.
While most FFS patients are transgender women, some biological women who feel that their faces are too masculine also undergo FFS.FFS candidates should wait until the bones of their skull have stopped growing before undergoing FFS.The way to determine if the bones of the skull have stopped growing is to take successive radiographs of themandible and wrist bones to make sure that bone growth has stopped.

How does FFS facial contouring surgery differ from
regular facial contouring surgery?

A special surgical method is necessary because the skeleton of a woman and a man are different. It is important to create a slim, smooth facial contour, taking into consideration the ratio of the face and not only removing the square jaw.
We recommend that you have surgery with a professional doctor, who has experience creating a more feminine profile specifically for FFS patients.
Dr. Kyung min Lee
Board-certified Plastic Surgeon

Surgical Procedures of facial feminization surgery (FFS)

Revision Facial Contouring

Surgery Information

Surgery time30 minutes ~ 2 hours
AnesthesiaGeneral Anesthesia
Hospitalization1~2 days
Removal of stitchesAbout 7~14 days
Recovery time1 week

Recommended for

  • Strong or angular facial lines
  • Wide jaw, high cheekbones, or prominent brow
  • Want softer, more feminine features
  • Preparing for or undergoing gender transition
  • Difficult to achieve a feminine style with current features
  • Unhappy with past facial bone surgery results

FAQ

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Yes, id Hospital offers translation in your preferred language, with a translator assisting you throughout consultations, surgery, check-ups, and recovery, ensuring comfort and clear communication throughout your journey.

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Normally, in case of mini v-line surgery and cheekbone reduction surgery, it is possible to get discharged the same day according to the patient’s condition. However, it is necessary to confirm the state of the patient after waking up from anesthesia and proper disinfection of the surgical area. Admission is preferable. 2 to 3 days after surgery, it is possible to resume normal activities (please read your post-surgery manual given to you at the Hospital). Major level of swelling and bruises may last for 3 to 5 weeks, and minor swelling lasts from 3 to 6 months. It is recommended that you wash your mouth frequently with mouthwash after surgery and avoid hot or spicy foods because they may irritate the surgical site. It is also recommended that about two weeks after surgery, you start mouth exercises to widen the jaw, and help the nerves heal faster by using those exercises.

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Generally, you can be discharged on the same day for cheekbone reduction surgery. In many cases, patients who undergoes surgery in the morning, can wake up from anesthesia and return home alone in the afternoon. However, when going home, do not bend your head or bow down when sleeping. It is good for decreasing your swelling and pain, and use of a fluffy pillow to support yourself in an upright position is advised. (please read your post-surgery manual given to you at the Hospital)

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First of all, it is important to accurately analyze the shape of the cheekbones before surgery. It is necessary to consult with a clinician who has a lot of clinical experiences based on the results of X-ray and 3D-CT. At surgery, cheekbones are shaved based on the diagnosis. Depending on the skin elasticity of the person, an additional lifting procedure may also be recommended so the tissues are lifted together to give a lifting effect.

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The facial bones do not grow after the growth period is over. In addition, cheekbone reduction surgery is a procedure in which the protruding cheekbone itself is moved inward and fixed to a new position, so you can rest assured that the cheekbones size will not increase again after surgery.

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In case of cheekbone reduction surgery where your bone is completely cut, pins are needed to tightly fix the skin tissue and muscles and make them heal faster between the bones. This procedure equally happens with the other facial contouring surgeries too. Three months after the surgery, the bone is fully healed and firmly bonded as before the operation.

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The pins are made of metals for surgery and treatment. It’s the same material used for teeth implants, causing no harm to the human body so removal is up to your personal choice. It does not matter if you go through an airport search or CT or MRI.

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T-osteotomy is a method that is used to cut the chin bone in a T-shape, gathering the edges of resected chins pieces back together, which are secured with titanium pins. Square jaw reduction surgery can be done together which gives a natural V-shaped face.

Patient Case Review

Before - 3 Types of Facial Contouring, Nose

Before

After - 3 Types of Facial Contouring, Nose

After

3 Types of Facial Contouring, Nose

Before - Square Jaw Surgery, Revision Rhinoplasty

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After - Square Jaw Surgery, Revision Rhinoplasty

After

Square Jaw Surgery, Revision Rhinoplasty

Before - Square Jaw Surgery, Cheekbone Reduction, Nose

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After - Square Jaw Surgery, Cheekbone Reduction, Nose

After

Square Jaw Surgery, Cheekbone Reduction, Nose

Before - Nose

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After - Nose

After

Nose

Before - Mini V-line Surgery

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After - Mini V-line Surgery

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Mini V-line Surgery

Before - Cheekbone Reduction

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After - Cheekbone Reduction

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Cheekbone Reduction

Before - Eye Surgery, Nose

Before

After - Eye Surgery, Nose

After

Eye Surgery, Nose

Before - Full Facial Contouring

Before

After - Full Facial Contouring

After

Full Facial Contouring

Before - Jaw Reduction, Nose

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After - Jaw Reduction, Nose

After

Jaw Reduction, Nose

Before - V-line Surgery, Cheekbone

Before

After - V-line Surgery, Cheekbone

After

V-line Surgery, Cheekbone

Before - 3 Types of Facial Contouring, Nose

Before

After - 3 Types of Facial Contouring, Nose

After

3 Types of Facial Contouring, Nose

Before - Square Jaw Surgery, Revision Rhinoplasty

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After - Square Jaw Surgery, Revision Rhinoplasty

After

Square Jaw Surgery, Revision Rhinoplasty

Before - Square Jaw Surgery, Cheekbone Reduction, Nose

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After - Square Jaw Surgery, Cheekbone Reduction, Nose

After

Square Jaw Surgery, Cheekbone Reduction, Nose

Before - Nose

Before

After - Nose

After

Nose

Before - Mini V-line Surgery

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After - Mini V-line Surgery

After

Mini V-line Surgery

Before - Cheekbone Reduction

Before

After - Cheekbone Reduction

After

Cheekbone Reduction

Before - Eye Surgery, Nose

Before

After - Eye Surgery, Nose

After

Eye Surgery, Nose

Before - Full Facial Contouring

Before

After - Full Facial Contouring

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Full Facial Contouring

Before - Jaw Reduction, Nose

Before

After - Jaw Reduction, Nose

After

Jaw Reduction, Nose

Before - V-line Surgery, Cheekbone

Before

After - V-line Surgery, Cheekbone

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V-line Surgery, Cheekbone

Before - 3 Types of Facial Contouring, Nose

Before

After - 3 Types of Facial Contouring, Nose

After

3 Types of Facial Contouring, Nose

Before - Square Jaw Surgery, Revision Rhinoplasty

Before

After - Square Jaw Surgery, Revision Rhinoplasty

After

Square Jaw Surgery, Revision Rhinoplasty

Before - Square Jaw Surgery, Cheekbone Reduction, Nose

Before

After - Square Jaw Surgery, Cheekbone Reduction, Nose

After

Square Jaw Surgery, Cheekbone Reduction, Nose

Before - Nose

Before

After - Nose

After

Nose

Before - Mini V-line Surgery

Before

After - Mini V-line Surgery

After

Mini V-line Surgery

Before - Cheekbone Reduction

Before

After - Cheekbone Reduction

After

Cheekbone Reduction

Before - Eye Surgery, Nose

Before

After - Eye Surgery, Nose

After

Eye Surgery, Nose

Before - Full Facial Contouring

Before

After - Full Facial Contouring

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Full Facial Contouring

Before - Jaw Reduction, Nose

Before

After - Jaw Reduction, Nose

After

Jaw Reduction, Nose

Before - V-line Surgery, Cheekbone

Before

After - V-line Surgery, Cheekbone

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V-line Surgery, Cheekbone

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id Hospital Credentials

Proven by academic papers, surgical patents, and national certifications

Certified medical institute by Ministry of Health and Welfare

Certified medical institute by Ministry of Health and Welfare

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

Most bone contouring surgeries for 4 years Certified by Korea Record Institute

Most bone contouring surgeries for 4 years Certified by Korea Record Institute

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

Certified medical institute by Ministry of Health and Welfare

Certified medical institute by Ministry of Health and Welfare

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

Most bone contouring surgeries for 4 years Certified by Korea Record Institute

Most bone contouring surgeries for 4 years Certified by Korea Record Institute

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

Certified medical institute by Ministry of Health and Welfare

Certified medical institute by Ministry of Health and Welfare

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

Most bone contouring surgeries for 4 years Certified by Korea Record Institute

Most bone contouring surgeries for 4 years Certified by Korea Record Institute

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

id know-how surgery technique Patent trademark

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

id hospital medical paper BIG DATA

10 years of Experience

History of Facial Bone Surgery

History of Facial Bone Surgery

Since 2004

Since 2004, id's Facial Bone Contouring Center has led the field with the largest scale among plastic surgery hospitals, the highest number of contouring cases, and proven excellence through leading medical research.

Accumulated Facial Bone Surgeries

Accumulated Facial Bone Surgeries

40,321 Cases

40,321 cases of facial bone contouring surgery. Based on this data, we provide satisfactory results through accurate diagnosis and perfect surgery.

* Data from January 2011 to May 2024

Active CCTV cameras

Active CCTV cameras

NO shadow doctors

From consultation to diagnosis and surgery, same surgeon will be in charge. id has a 'real-name system' of the surgeon in the surgery room with CCTV cameras.