Combined genioplasty, chondrolaryngoplasty, and glottoplasty: A novel scarless procedure in facial feminization surgery.
J Stomatol Oral Maxillofac Surg
; 124(6S2): 101575, 2023 Dec.
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| ID: mdl-37516199
ABSTRACT
Facial feminization is a long process with multiple surgical steps that is known to improve quality of life in transgender patients. Visible scars are a frequent complaint by this community as it adds to the stigmatization in this population. Combined procedures have been shown to be effective, by reducing the number of hospitalizations and the total length of recovery periods. In this context, we propose a novel scarless procedure combining a chondrolaryngoplasty, a glottoplasty, and a genioplasty using solely a transoral approach. First, we perform a glottoplasty according to the technique described by Wendler et al. and then a contraction genioplasty. Finally, the thyroid cartilage is approached by a subplatysmal dissection, between the mandibular osteotomy fragments. For now, 15 patients have benefited from this procedure in our department. Preliminary results demonstrate that this is an easy and safe procedure with good esthetic results and good patient satisfaction.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Genioplasty
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Transgender Persons
Aspects:
Patient_preference
Limits:
Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
J Stomatol Oral Maxillofac Surg
Year:
2023
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Francia