If you have decided to pursue transgender surgery, you are embarking on a personal journey that can include several phases. There is no “right” or “wrong” way to physically transition. Quite often, patients find facial surgery to be the most valuable part of their transitioning. Having a female face can impact ones’ quality of life immensely as their new appearance better reflects their inner identity. For our transgender patients, the transition can evoke an enormous sense of relief and empowerment as they make changes to their physical self to better match their gender identity.
Dr. Philip Solomon is one of the few surgeons in all of Canada who specializes in transgender surgery, also known as female feminization surgery, and understands that your facial appearance is an important part of your transition. Dr. Solomon is a double board certified facial surgeon who has performed thousands of facial cosmetic procedures for nearly 20 years at the Solomon Nasal and Facial Plastic Surgery Centre in Thornhill, just north of Toronto. Dr. Solomon is a renowned surgeon who is sought out by patients from all over Canada because he is an expert in Transgender surgery and an artist in his field.
At Solomon Facial Plastic Toronto, Dr. Philip Solomon MD FRCSC, offers a variety of facial feminizing procedures to help our patients transitioning look more feminine and feel more like their authentic selves. What sets Dr. Solomon apart is his artistry and meticulous eye to detail when feminizing the face. Dr. Solomon collaborates with his patients in his private clinic in Toronto where he provides a comprehensive and detailed assessment in order to devise a treatment plan for surgery. To achieve the ultimate outcome, Dr Solomon may also incorporate non-surgical treatments to further enhance and feminize the face.
Dr. Solomon will recommend a transformation timeline that is tailored to you based on the surgeries and recovery time required.
Rhinoplasty, also known as a nose job, is one of the most important and significant procedures to consider as part of your transition, as the nose is such a prominent facial feature.
If you decide to undergo more than one surgical procedure, rhinoplasty is often the first surgery performed, however it can be done in conjunction with brow reduction, brow lift, jaw reduction, chin implants, blepharoplasty, laryngeal shave as well as cheek implants. Many patients find the combination of a few surgeries to be the most impactful way to achieve the aesthetic results they are greatly seeking. A larger procedure known as forehead reshaping is also an option and a more significant surgery that can be performed for an even more dramatic result.
For more information about Transgender surgery with Dr. Philip Solomon, please contact our office at 905-764-7799 to schedule a confidential consultation.
Dr. Solomon is an expert in these facial cosmetic transformation procedures: transgender rhinoplasty, chin implants, cheek augmentation, brow reduction, brow lift, blepharoplasty, facelift, and laryngeal shave.
There are many surgical procedures that can help feminize the male face. Rhinoplasty and Tracheal shave are commonly sought out as they each are central features of the face and neck.
Additional surgeries often performed for facial feminization, include brow reduction, brow lift, hairline lowering, neck liposuction, buccal fat removal, lip lift and fat grafting. Non-surgical treatments such as laser resurfacing and dermal filler injections can also be used to enhance surgical results.
Choosing your facial feminization surgeon requires research. Very few surgeons in Canada have the vast experience that Dr. Philip Solomon has when performing FFS. Dr. Solomon has helped hundreds of patients through their transition from MTF with exceptional outcomes that have transformed lives. Researching your surgeon and reviewing before and after photos can help with the selection process.
Questions you may want to ask at your Facial Feminization consultation:
The youngest age for facial feminization surgery is 18 years of age, however waiting until the age of 21 may ensure the transition process is the right decision for you. It is important that the patient be psychologically prepared for facial feminization surgery as it can be an exciting yet emotional journey.
Surgery always comes with risks and facial feminization surgery is no different. It’s important that the patient is in good health, understands the risks of surgery and what to expect in the recovery process.
Common surgical risks include bleeding, swelling and patient satisfaction
Typically, we recommend our FFS patients allow for 2 weeks to recover from their combined surgical procedures. Bruising and acute swelling can last for 7-14 days. However, lingering swelling can take up to 9 months to one year to completely resolve depending on the FFS procedures performed. Sutures are typically removed 7-10 days following surgery.
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