Refining facial proportions with surgical artistry.
A comprehensive, aesthetic-focused approach to feminizing facial structure — combining advanced bone and soft-tissue techniques with compassionate, patient-centered care across Canada.
- 15+Years of experience
- 1,200+Procedures performed
- 10Provinces & territories served
A comprehensive approach to facial harmony
Facial feminization surgery reshapes bone and soft tissue to create a softer, more feminine facial appearance.
For many transfeminine patients, the face is the first place gender is perceived. Facial feminization surgery addresses the structural differences between masculine and feminine facial anatomy — the forehead, brows, nose, jaw, and neck — to bring your appearance into alignment with your identity.
Every plan is fully personalized. Some patients benefit from a single procedure, while others choose a comprehensive approach combining multiple techniques. Our surgeons use advanced imaging, 3D planning, and internationally recognized WPATH-aligned standards to deliver safe, ethical, and beautifully natural results.
What facial feminization can mean for you
More than aesthetic change — a profound step toward comfort, confidence, and being seen as you are.
Identity alignment
Softening masculine facial structures helps your outward appearance reflect your true self, reducing dysphoria and increasing social comfort.
Natural-looking results
Procedures are designed to feminize while preserving your unique character — never overdone, always harmonious.
Social confidence
Many patients report feeling more at ease in everyday interactions, with less fear of being misgendered after healing.
Personalized approach
Every face is different. Your surgical plan is tailored to your bone structure, soft tissue, and personal aesthetic goals.
Advanced techniques
From ultrasonic bone sculpting to refined rhinoplasty, we use the latest techniques for precision and safety.
Structured recovery
A clear healing roadmap with staged follow-ups ensures predictable swelling resolution and optimal outcomes.
Facial feminization procedures
Your surgeon will design a plan tailored to your unique facial anatomy, selecting the procedures that will create the most harmonious and natural result.
Forehead Contouring
- Indications
- Patients with a prominent brow ridge or masculine forehead shape seeking a softer, rounder upper face.
- Advantages
- Reduces the brow bossing and reshapes the forehead for a smoother, more feminine contour.
- Ideal candidates
- Patients with strong brow ridges, flat foreheads, or recessed frontal sinuses.
Brow Bone Reduction
- Indications
- Patients with a pronounced supraorbital ridge that creates a heavy, masculine upper face.
- Advantages
- Lowers and softens the brow prominence while preserving the frontal sinus and natural proportions.
- Ideal candidates
- Patients whose brow bone is the most masculinizing feature of their face.
Rhinoplasty
- Indications
- Patients seeking a smaller, more refined nasal shape that harmonizes with feminine facial proportions.
- Advantages
- Reduces dorsal hump, refines the tip, and narrows the bridge for an elegant, balanced profile.
- Ideal candidates
- Patients with a wide bridge, dorsal hump, or bulbous tip desiring feminine nasal aesthetics.
Jaw Contouring
- Indications
- Patients with a wide, square, or heavy jawline seeking a softer, more tapered lower face.
- Advantages
- Reshapes the mandible angle and body for a smoother, oval lower face without over-reduction.
- Ideal candidates
- Patients with strong mandibular angles or wide jawbones that masculinize the lower face.
Tracheal Shave
- Indications
- Patients with a visible Adam's apple seeking a smoother, more feminine neck contour.
- Advantages
- Reduces thyroid cartilage prominence through a small, hidden incision under the chin.
- Ideal candidates
- Patients whose laryngeal prominence is visible at rest or when speaking.
Lip Lift
- Indications
- Patients with a long upper lip or thin upper vermilion seeking a more feminine lip shape.
- Advantages
- Shortens the philtrum and everts the upper lip for a fuller, more youthful feminine appearance.
- Ideal candidates
- Patients with a long philtral distance or thin upper lip who want more lip show.
Comparing the procedures
A quick reference to help you understand incision placement, recovery, and expected outcomes for each area.
| Procedure | Scar placement | Recovery | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forehead contouring | Hairline or scalp | 2–4 weeks | Immediate contour change |
| Brow bone reduction | Hairline or scalp | 2–4 weeks | Smoother brow line |
| Rhinoplasty | Hidden (columella) | 2–4 weeks | Refined profile & tip |
| Jaw contouring | Intra-oral | 3–6 weeks | Softer lower face |
| Tracheal shave | Under-chin crease | 1–2 weeks | Smooth neck contour |
| Lip lift | Under nose crease | 1–2 weeks | Fuller upper lip |
What to expect at a glance
Your healing roadmap
A clear, stage-by-stage picture of what recovery looks like — so you always know what comes next.
- 1Week 1
Swelling & dressings
Swelling peaks in the first 48–72 hours. Dressings, cold therapy, and head elevation help manage discomfort. Most patients rest at home with caregiver support.
- 2Weeks 2–4
Return to social life
Bruising fades and swelling begins to subside. Many patients feel comfortable appearing in public with light makeup or styling by week 3.
- 3Months 1–3
Settling & refinement
Residual swelling continues to decrease, especially around the nose and jaw. The face begins to look more natural and refined week by week.
- 4Months 6–12
Final contour
All swelling has resolved and the final facial proportions are apparent. Scars have softened and faded into their mature state.
What your results will look like
Understanding scars, sensation, and long-term outcomes helps you set clear, realistic expectations.
Expected scars
Scars are strategically hidden — in the hairline, under the nose, inside the mouth, or under the chin — making them virtually invisible once healed.
Scar maturation
Incisions fade progressively over 6–12 months. Hairline and intra-oral scars become virtually undetectable; skin crease scars blend naturally.
Sensation
Temporary numbness is common after bone and soft-tissue work. Sensation typically returns over weeks to months as nerves regenerate.
Facial harmony
The goal is not to create a different face, but to bring your features into feminine balance — subtle, natural, and uniquely you.
Long-term results
Once healed, bone changes are permanent. Soft-tissue results are stable, giving you a lasting, affirming facial appearance.
Emotional impact
Patients consistently describe profound relief, improved social confidence, and a stronger sense of alignment between face and identity.
Surgical Excellence, with Care That Listens.
Every patient deserves compassionate, individualized care throughout their gender-affirming journey. Our team combines advanced surgical expertise with a deeply patient-centered approach to deliver safe, natural, and affirming outcomes tailored to your goals.
“Trusted by patients across Canada seeking compassionate, expert gender-affirming care.”
Fellowship-Trained Surgeons
Our procedures are performed by highly specialized surgeons with advanced training in gender-affirming and reconstructive surgery.
Advanced Microsurgical Care
We utilize modern surgical techniques and precision-focused care to support optimal healing, functionality, and long-term results.
WPATH-Aligned Protocols
Our approach follows internationally recognized standards of care to ensure ethical, safe, and evidence-based treatment.
Patient-Led Decision Making
Every treatment plan is built collaboratively, respecting your identity, goals, comfort level, and personal transition journey.
Aesthetic-Focused Outcomes
We prioritize natural-looking, harmonious results designed to align with each patient's vision and anatomy.
Multidisciplinary Support
From consultation to recovery, our team provides coordinated medical, surgical, and emotional support at every stage.
Meet Dr. Alexis Laungani
A vision of self-affirmation for all
Dr. Alexis Laungani is a plastic surgeon who offers meticulously crafted reconstructive and aesthetic procedures, artfully blending medical practice with personal well-being. With over 20 years of training across Belgium, the United States, and Canada, he harnesses globally recognized techniques to minimize downtime and scarring while achieving naturally beautiful results.
- Over 20 years of training across three continents
- Transparency at the cornerstone of care
- Holistic pre- and post-operative care
- Naturally beautiful, patient-centered results
From First Conversation to Long-Term Follow-Up.
We guide every patient through a personalized and supportive experience designed to prioritize comfort, clarity, safety, and confidence at every stage of the surgical journey.
“Every transition journey deserves thoughtful guidance, clarity, and compassionate support.”
- 1Step 1
Initial Consultation
Meet with our surgical team to discuss your goals, medical history, expectations, and personalized treatment options in a safe and affirming environment.
- 2Step 2
Surgical Planning
Your procedure plan is carefully tailored to your anatomy, transition goals, recovery needs, and desired aesthetic outcomes.
- 3Step 3
Surgery & Inpatient Care
Our team provides expert surgical care with attentive postoperative monitoring, ensuring comfort, safety, and individualized support during recovery.
- 4Step 4
Recovery & Follow-Up
We remain closely involved throughout healing with follow-up appointments, recovery guidance, and long-term support focused on optimal results and well-being.
Patients travel from across Canada
We welcome patients nationwide for facial feminization surgery, with coordinated travel and follow-up support.
Trusted by patients across every province and territory in Canada.
Frequently asked questions
More facial feminization options
Forehead Contouring
Reshaping of the forehead and brow to create a softer, more feminine upper-face contour.
Brow Bone Reduction
Reduction of the brow bone to soften the upper face and open the eye area.
Rhinoplasty
Refined nasal reshaping designed to enhance facial balance and feminine aesthetics.
Plan your facial feminization.
Begin with a private, confidential consultation. Our team will guide you through every step with clarity and care.
Confidential consultations available across Canada.
Dedicated patient coordinators available for Canadian and international patients.
Serving patients across Canada
- WPATH-aligned care
- Fellowship-trained surgeons
- Patients across Canada
