Side effects, complications, and recovery
Certain risks, such as bleeding and infection, are inherent to any surgical procedure. However, procedure-specific risks and potential for complications will vary, depending on the techniques used. Dr. Kwan will discuss this in detail during your initial consultation and treatment planning. For many facial feminization patients, the greatest concern is the possibility of being dissatisfied with results or feeling as if they are seeing a stranger in the mirror. Dr. Kwan uses Vectra 3D imaging, which allows patients to preview expected results before committing to surgery.
Why choose Dr. Edmund Kwan
Dr. Kwan has over two decades of experience in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. He is among the few surgeons in the nation who commonly perform bony tissue procedures, such as reduction and sculpting of the cheekbones, jawbone, and browbone. These procedures are much more complex than soft tissue surgeries, requiring an elevated level of skill. Additionally, Dr. Kwan is noted as a
premier ethnic plastic surgeon. He helps facial feminization patients transform their aesthetic gender identity, while preserving their ethnic identities.