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Secondary Forehead Lift in Transgender Women
Lucas G Patrocinio1, Jose A Patrocinio1
1Private Practice, Otoface, Uberlândia Medical Center, Hospital Materdei Santa Genoveva, Uberlandia, MG, Brazil.
Facial Plastic Surgery : FPS
|December 27, 2023
Summary
This study presents techniques for secondary forehead feminization surgery, addressing aging and revision needs. It also offers tips for primary forehead reconstruction to improve patient satisfaction and aesthetic results.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Gender Affirming Care
Background:
- Facial feminization surgery (FFS) aims to create a more feminine facial appearance.
- Forehead feminization, involving frontal sinus setback and brow lift, is a key FFS procedure.
- Secondary forehead lifts are increasingly common due to aging and primary surgery dissatisfaction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the current approach for secondary forehead lift in transgender women.
- To provide guidance on primary forehead reconstruction to minimize revisions.
Main Methods:
- Review of secondary forehead feminization techniques.
- Analysis of primary forehead reconstruction strategies.
- Case study examples of secondary forehead lift procedures.
Main Results:
- Primary forehead feminization generally shows high patient satisfaction and aesthetic outcomes.
- Aging and dissatisfaction with primary surgery are key drivers for secondary procedures.
- Specific techniques for secondary forehead lift can achieve satisfactory results.
Conclusions:
- Secondary forehead lift is a growing area in facial feminization surgery.
- Careful primary reconstruction can reduce the need for revisions.
- The presented approach offers valuable insights for both primary and secondary forehead feminization.
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