Plastic Surgery and Confidence: Facial Feminization with Sarah Saxon, MD

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Dr. Sarah Saxon, a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, shares her journey from being an artist to becoming a plastic surgeon. She discusses how her artistic background has influenced her medical career and the role of mentorship in her training. Dr. Saxon specializes in facial feminization surgery and explains the techniques she uses to create a more feminine appearance. She also highlights the benefits of facial feminization surgery for both transgender and cisgender women. Dr. Saxon addresses common misconceptions about the procedure and discusses the future of facial feminization surgery.

Takeaways

• Facial feminization surgery involves a range of techniques to create a more feminine appearance, including brow bone reduction, jaw contouring, and forehead procedures.
• Facial feminization surgery is not limited to transgender women; it can also benefit cisgender women who desire a more feminine and attractive appearance.
• There are misconceptions about facial feminization surgery, with some people assuming it is only for gender affirmation purposes.
• The field of facial feminization surgery is evolving, and more surgeons are incorporating these techniques into their practice.
• The importance of living each day to the fullest and setting boundaries to prevent burnout in the medical field.

Dr. Sarah Saxon, a board-certified otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgeon and facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, shares her journey from an early interest in art to becoming a facial feminization surgeon. She highlights her mentorship experience, which shaped her expertise in facial feminization. Dr. Saxon emphasizes the importance of facial feminization techniques beyond gender affirmation, noting their benefits for cisgender women and the evolving demand driven by social media and cultural influences.

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