Case report highlights the importance of mandibular shape in gender-affirming care, suggesting revision surgery may improve psychological well-being in transgender women.
Introduction: Facial feminization surgery (FFS) plays a crucial role in gender-affirming care, particularly when addressing mandibular shape. While genioplasty is commonly performed to reduce chin prominence, it often neglects the mandibular structure, potentially resulting in an undesired square appearance and contributing to gender-related dysphoria. Case Report: We present the case of a 20-year-old transgender woman who underwent revision surgery following an unsatisfactory genioplasty. The patient reported significant psychological distress linked to her facial appearance. A new...
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