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Dr. Shahin Javaheri

Facial Feminization Surgeon in San Francisco

Dr. Shahin Javaheri, MD is a double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon in San Francisco who has expertise with gender-affirming facial surgery and implants. In practice for 27 years, Dr. Javaheri has earned a reputation for his surgical skill and artistic touch. His work with transgender patients has focused on Facial and Body Feminization, and using 3D technology to create customized implants.

With his immense knowledge of plastic surgery and implants, Dr. Javaheri has become a respected educator who teaches other surgeons about implant techniques and customization, and has also authored a book chapter on the subject in the Manual of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine.

Dr. Javaheri obtained his medical degree at the Medical College of Pennsylvania. He then completed his general surgery residency at UC Davis, an otolaryngology residency at UC Irvine and a comprehensive plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the University of South Florida.

Dr. Javaheri is double board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology (ENT). He is an active member of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the American Academy of Otolaryngology, and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.

Gender-Affirming Facial Surgery

Dr. Javaheri’s training in both plastic and reconstructive surgery and otolaryngology gives him the background knowledge and experience to skillfully perform complex facial, head and neck procedures that are part of the group of surgeries collectively known as Facial Feminization Surgery. These procedures include:

Hairline Lowering Surgery: Also known as Hairline Advancement Surgery, this is a cosmetic procedure designed to lower the hairline on the forehead, making it appear more feminine. An incision is made along the hairline, the scalp is then pulled down and excess skin is removed. In some cases, Dr. Javaheri may also recommend Alma Ted, a pain-free hair restoration treatment to ensure the hairline looks natural and blends well with the existing hair.

Forehead Contouring: This is a broader term that can refer to various techniques used to reshape and refine the forehead area. This can be achieved through surgery, such as a Brow Lift procedure or Frontal Bone Reduction, or non-surgical methods like Botox and dermal fillers. The result is a smoother, less protruding, and more feminine-looking forehead.

Rhinoplasty: In the context of Facial Feminization Surgery, Rhinoplasty is a procedure aimed at reshaping the nose to better align with feminine facial characteristics. In the general, the goal is to refine the nasal shape, which may involve narrowing the nasal bridge, refining the nasal tip, and adjusting the overall shape to create a softer, more delicate appearance. More broadly, an expertly-performed Rhinoplasty should create facial harmony, achieving a proportionate balance with other facial features such as the eyes, cheekbones, and jawline, and enhance facial aesthetics.

Cheek Enhancement: Feminine faces often have fuller, more rounded cheeks compared to masculine faces. Cheek implants can be used to create a more feminine appearance by enhancing the volume and contour of the cheeks. By augmenting the cheeks, the implants help to balance other facial features, such as the nose and chin, contributing to an overall harmonious and aesthetically pleasing look. The selection of implant shapes and sizes is tailored to the individual's facial anatomy and aesthetic goals. Dr. Javaheri is highly experienced with customizing implants for best fit and natural-looking results.

Lip Lift: This is a cosmetic procedure designed to enhance the appearance of the upper lip to achieve a more feminine and youthful look. The procedure involves surgically shortening the distance between the base of the nose and the upper lip, which can make the lip appear fuller and more defined, features that are often associated with a feminine appearance.

Chin Contouring: This is performed to enhance facial harmony and balance by softening masculine features and emphasizing feminine characteristics. Chin Contouring can include chin reduction to reduce the prominence of the chin, chin augmentation with implants of fat grafting to alter the shape of the chin to achieve a more delicate and feminine profile, and chin reshaping to create a more rounded or smoother appearance, either through bone reshaping or facial implants to achieve the desired contour.

Jaw Contouring: Masculine facial structures often have a more pronounced or angular jawline and  contouring aims to create the smoother, more rounded contours typical of a feminine face. Achieving this involves surgical reduction of the bone (mandibular reduction) or reshaping techniques.

Tracheal Shave: Also known as a thyroid cartilage reduction, Adam's apple reduction or Chondrolaryngoplasty, this is a surgical procedure aimed at reducing the prominence of the Adam's apple in the throat to achieve a more traditionally feminine neck profile. Through a small incision, Dr. Javaheri carefully shaves down or removes a portion of the thyroid cartilage to reduce the prominence of the Adam's apple.

Non-Surgical Facial Feminization Treatments

In addition to—or instead of—surgery, there are non-surgical treatments that can help you achieve your Facial Feminization goals. Dr. Javaheri is experienced with injectables such as Botox and their application within FFS. For example, Botox and dermal fillers can be used for Forehead Contouring. Botox can also be used to relax the masseter muscles (the muscles used for chewing) to slim the jawline and create a more tapered appearance, and fillers like Voluma and Juvéderm can be used for cheek and lip enhancement.

Feminizing Body Procedures

Dr. Javaheri is an expert in Breast Augmentation, Buttock Augmentation, Hip Augmentation with implants and Body Sculpting. His deep knowledge of body implant techniques, liposuction and fat grafting ensures that patients get great results.

Consultations with Dr. Javaheri
Dr. Javaheri is available to speak with you either in-person, virtually or by phone. The wait time for a consultation is approximately two weeks, with a surgery date scheduled for 1-2 months later. The consultation fee of $125 is waived if using insurance.

In addition to insurance, Dr. Javaheri also accepts cash, credit cards, check, medical financing and California Medicaid.

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