Feminizing nose reshaping.
A refined, artistic approach to nasal sculpting — creating harmonious, feminine proportions that align your appearance with your identity.
- 15+Years of experience
- 1,200+Procedures performed
- 10Provinces & territories served
Feminizing rhinoplasty by Dr Alexis Laungani, within a facial feminization practice built on 2,600+ procedures.
- Mayo Clinic-trained plastic & craniofacial surgeon
- MD high distinction · FRCSC · double board-certified
- WPATH member · 2024 Genital AMAB moderator
A defining feature of facial feminization
Feminizing rhinoplasty reshapes the nose to create softer, more delicate proportions that harmonize with your overall facial features.
The nose is one of the most gender-identifying features of the face. Feminizing rhinoplasty addresses the bridge, tip, and nostrils to create a profile that feels aligned with your identity — smaller, more refined, and in balance with your eyes, cheeks, and chin.
Every plan is built collaboratively, respecting your unique facial anatomy and aesthetic goals. Our surgeons follow internationally recognized, WPATH-aligned standards to ensure safe, ethical, and natural-looking outcomes.
What rhinoplasty can mean for you
More than an aesthetic refinement — a meaningful step toward facial harmony, confidence, and self-recognition.
Feminine facial harmony
A refined nose that softens your profile and brings your facial features into balanced, feminine proportion.
Natural-looking results
Subtle, elegant changes that enhance your appearance without looking surgically altered.
Improved confidence
Patients consistently report feeling more comfortable with their reflection and in social interactions.
Breathing function
Structural improvements can simultaneously address airway concerns for better form and function.
Personalized approach
Every plan is tailored to your unique facial anatomy, skin type, and aesthetic goals.
Permanent transformation
Once healed, results are lifelong — the refined nasal structure remains stable over time.
Feminizing rhinoplasty approaches
Your surgeon will recommend the approach best suited to your nasal anatomy, skin type, and aesthetic goals.
Open Rhinoplasty
- Indications
- Patients requiring significant structural changes, tip refinement, or complex revisions.
- Advantages
- Full visibility of nasal anatomy allows for precise, comprehensive sculpting and structural grafting.
- Ideal candidates
- Patients seeking major refinements or those with thick skin requiring detailed tip work.
Closed Rhinoplasty
- Indications
- Patients needing bridge refinement or moderate dorsal adjustments with minimal tip work.
- Advantages
- No visible external scar — all incisions are hidden inside the nostrils for a discreet approach.
- Ideal candidates
- Patients with straightforward aesthetic goals and good tip projection seeking faster recovery.
Structural Rhinoplasty
- Indications
- Patients with weak nasal support or those needing long-term structural reinforcement.
- Advantages
- Uses cartilage grafts to build strong, lasting support that preserves results over decades.
- Ideal candidates
- Patients wanting durable results with reinforced nasal architecture and refined projection.
Preservation Rhinoplasty
- Indications
- Patients with a dorsal hump seeking subtle reduction while maintaining natural nasal lines.
- Advantages
- Preserves the natural nasal roof structure, reducing the risk of collapse and an operated look.
- Ideal candidates
- Patients seeking conservative, elegant changes with a focus on maintaining natural anatomy.
Comparing the approaches
A quick reference to help you understand the trade-offs between access, scarring, and candidacy.
| Technique | Scar placement | Best candidate | Tip access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Rhinoplasty | Small columellar | Complex cases | Full visualization |
| Closed Rhinoplasty | None visible | Straightforward cases | Limited |
| Structural | Depends on approach | Weak support | Graft-based |
| Preservation | Minimal / hidden | Dorsal hump | Preserved dorsum |
What to expect at a glance
Your healing roadmap
A clear, week-by-week picture of what recovery looks like — so you always know what comes next.
- 1Week 1
Splint & early healing
A nasal splint protects the new shape while swelling and mild bruising peak. Rest with your head elevated and avoid blowing your nose.
- 2Week 2
Splint removal & return to activity
The external splint and any stitches are removed. Most patients return to desk work and light social activities with residual subtle swelling.
- 3Weeks 3–4
Swelling subsides
Visible swelling decreases significantly and you can resume light exercise. The nasal contour becomes increasingly defined day by day.
- 4Months 3–12
Final refinement
Subtle internal swelling fully resolves, revealing the final refined shape. The nasal skin redrapes completely for your permanent result.
What your results will look like
Understanding scars, sensation, and long-term outcomes helps you set clear, realistic expectations.
Expected scars
Open rhinoplasty leaves a tiny, discreet scar at the base of the columella that fades to near-invisibility. Closed rhinoplasty leaves no external scars.
Scar evolution
Any external scar matures from pink to flesh-toned over 6–12 months, becoming virtually invisible with proper care and sun protection.
Sensation
Temporary nasal tip numbness is common and typically resolves over several months as nerves regenerate.
Nasal contour
The bridge, tip, and nostrils are sculpted for a softer, feminine profile that harmonizes with your eyes, cheeks, and chin.
Long-term results
Once fully healed, results are permanent. The refined cartilage and bone structure maintain their shape for life.
Emotional impact
Many patients describe feeling liberated from facial dysphoria and more aligned with their self-image in photos and daily life.
Surgical Excellence, with Care That Listens.
Dr Alexis Laungani has performed 2,600+ gender-affirming procedures, including ~1,000 vaginoplasties and 1,500+ chest surgeries. A Mayo Clinic-trained, FRCSC-certified surgeon and WPATH 2024 moderator, he is rated 4.92/5 on RateMDs (91% five-star). Our team combines this level of experience 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 & Standards
Dr Alexis Laungani is a WPATH member and moderator of the "Genital AMAB" session of the WPATH 2024 surgical program, alongside WPATH President Dr Marci Bowers. Care follows the WPATH Standards of Care (SOC-8) as a framework, tailored to each patient.
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 gender-affirming care, with coordinated travel and follow-up support.
Trusted by patients across every province and territory in Canada.
Frequently asked questions
More facial feminization options
Facial feminization surgery (FFS)
A combination of procedures designed to soften and feminize facial features.
Feminizing rhinoplasty
Refined nasal reshaping designed to enhance facial balance and feminine aesthetics.
Chondrolaryngoplasty
Reduction of the Adam's apple to create a smoother, more feminine neck contour.
Plan your rhinoplasty.
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
- FRCSC · Mayo Clinic-trained
- WPATH member & 2024 moderator
- 4.92/5 RateMDs · 91% five-star
