• Facial Feminization Surgery
• FFS History
• FFS Male and Female Faces
• FFS Procedures
• FFS Trachea Shave
• FFS Jaw Shave
• FFS Chin Shaving and Implants
• FFS Brow Lifts
• FFS Forehead Bossing Surgery
• FFS Scalp Advancement
• FFS Nose, Lips, Eyebrows and Cheeks
• FFS Tips to Enhance its Effects
• FFS Considerations and Questions to Ask
• FFS Potential Risks
• FFS Glossary of Relevant Terms

Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS),
Chin Shaving and Chin Implants

Facial feminization surgery can change chin shape through either shaving or implants. Chin shape varies widely between males and female, so it is extremely important in gender recognition. The male chin is wider and higher. The female chin tends to be more narrow, pointed and shorter.

Facial feminization surgery can modify the chin to improve facial appearance and feminize the lower face. This facial feminization surgery may require a small implant, extensive bone cuts or repositioning.

Chin Shaving and Implant Procedures
· Chin Shaving
  This facial feminization surgery procedure is called a “sliding genioplasty.” The   chin is cut from front to back, separating a horseshoe-shape of bone. This piece   can be moved forward or backward to correct a receding or protruding chin.   Another section of bone can be completely removed making the chin shorter.   The   cut angle affects the final height of the chin.

· Chin Implants or Bone-Filler Paste
  This facial feminization surgery of the chin uses a paste to correct a receding   chin. The incision is made in the lower gums.

Chin Shaving and Implant Recovery
· With an implant, recovery time may be two or three days
· Extensive bone procedures may require four to five weeks to heal
· Patients can usually return to usual activity, except for heavy exercise, within   five to six days of surgery.
· Tape may be placed to help hold the implant in the proper position for several   days.