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Looking in the mirror - my road to facial feminization surgery

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(@terria67)
Honorable Member     United States of America, California
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A brave jourmey for you Vanessa. So glad you can share with us.
Looking forward to your sucesses.
- Terri Anne

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(@elaine1)
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Is it possible to give the name and location of the surgeon that did you FFS
Thank you.
Elaine.

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(@vanessa)
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Reputable Member     United States of America, Washington, Seattle
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Sure, I was cared for by Mark Zukowski ( http://www.mlzukowskiffs.com/)

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(@elaine1)
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Thank you so much Vanessa for getting back to me.
Sorry to ask more questions but that was one places I was looking at.
If I am getting to personal, just say so and I'll understand.
What procedures did you have done and approximate cost if possible.
I am in the process of seeking FFS in the near future.
If you wish to email me you can do so at
[email protected]
Thank you.
Elaine

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(@vanessa)
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Reputable Member     United States of America, Washington, Seattle
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To be honest dear I can't remember the cost it's been so long.
I went with what the doctor recommended for FFS (there were a few different things there, but he recommends different for everyone).
I also did the torso sculping (highly recommend, but probably not at the same time as FFS because it's hard to do both from a recovery perspective).

I'd recommend sharing questions on the forums too, so more ladies can see them. I know many are considering FFS as well.

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Thank you again Vanessa:
I appreciate the advise very much.
sincerely
EJ (Elaine)

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(@racinggirl)
Active Member     United States of America, Oregon
Joined: 6 years ago

Hi Vanessa,

I just left this on Tessa's wall, but I thought I would ask you as well. I am 61, and am in the throws of all of it; name change and pierced ears were the first two things that I did. For medical reasons I had to wait to begin HRT, but have just celebrated my 6 month anniversary. Today, things got a little more real for me, as I scheduled my FFS consultation. Personally, my dysforia is with my face and of course my beard is the main culprit. My gender therapist asked me an interesting question,..."if I get FFS, would that make my dysforia even worse, if I didn't get laser or electrolysis prior to the FFS?" I had to answer that, "yes, it probably would." I would be interested in your thoughts, and if you experienced anything similar. Thanks for taking the time to read this. Love, Jackie

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(@dasiathephoenix)
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Estimable Member     United States of America, Minnesota
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These decisions have infinite perspectives. If your goal is to feminize your face then I would agree with you that you need to clear your facial hair before FFS. The process could take 2-3 years with laser, a little to a lot less with electrolysis. I've had electrolysis experts explain to me that laser isn't permanent and hairs could regrow within 5 years. Laser is what I could afford so my choice was made. Did you choose your best path forward yet?

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Active Member     United States of America, New Jersey, Cliffside Park
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Hi Jackie,
I am new here. I saw your note. I have been through over 80 hours of high volume electrolysis. This was under twilight anesthesia and lots of lidocaine. Up to two technicians for 15 hours at a shot. It wasn’t easy but the effects are amazing. I am still going for bi weekly touch ups which are almost done. I have seen my surgeons for both my top and bottom surgeries. And have gone through a full round of pre sessions. I am still in the process of transitioning to full time because of work and that I have a Global Executive position that I may have to retire from and I would need some more funding to be able to support my spouse and my alimony which kills me. But if you want more information on high volume electrolysis please let me know.
Higgs,
Steph

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(@Frankie Murtap)
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Hey Stephanie,
I've had laser treatments, but as you more than likely know laser doesn't get rid of the light hair.Sooo, tell me about electrolysis please. Frankie

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(@buttercup)
New Member     United States of America, Illinois, Vienna
Joined: 6 years ago

I've just starting .y journey, I've read many of the stories you all have written,And I find them helpful.
I look forward to being able to tell all of you about my journey. When my wife and daughter found out I'm transgender they did not take it well. It's ended up with us getting divorced and my daughter hating me that part hurt. My son has special needs and doesn't understand,I've not been aloud to see him since September when I was forced to leave my famliy

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(@martina_mooney)
New Member     United States of America, California, Irvine
Joined: 6 years ago

Thank you for this post, on 2/8 I go in for eyelid and eyebrow surgery, lip lift and fat grafts, cheek fat grafts and bbl.
It’s such a scary time but I am determined to move forward in my journey

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(@constanze)
Eminent Member     United Kingdom, Alabama, Chiang Mai
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I want to go all the way on this journey. I just wish I had begun 30 or more years ago.

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(@dasiathephoenix)
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Estimable Member     United States of America, Minnesota
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I feel the same way, Amelia! Hugs...

The world was quieter back then(without internet). Its transition secrets were hard to crack.

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(@dasiathephoenix)
Estimable Member     United States of America, Minnesota
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By any chance did you find a facial modeling program that could give you the ability to create your new face? I'd like something I could show FFS surgeons in consultations so that I don't go into FFS without a clear goal of the end result.

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