Yes, FFS can affect your ability to undergo voice training. Some of the procedures that are commonly performed as part of FFS, such as tracheal shave and chin/jawline contouring, can change the resonance of your voice. This is because these procedures affect the size and shape of the vocal tract, which is the cavities in your throat and mouth that your voice travels through.

However, it is important to note that FFS is not a guarantee that your voice will become more feminine. Voice training is still necessary to achieve the desired results. Voice training can help you to learn how to use your vocal tract in a way that produces a more feminine sound.

If you are considering FFS, it is important to talk to a voice therapist before and after the surgery. This will help you to understand how the surgery may affect your voice and to develop a voice training plan that is right for you.

Here are some of the ways that FFS can affect voice training:

• Tracheal shave: A tracheal shave is a procedure that removes the Adam’s apple. This can make the voice sound more feminine by reducing the amount of resonance in the throat.
• Chin/jawline contouring: Chin/jawline contouring can change the shape of the jawline. This can also affect the resonance of the voice, making it sound more feminine.
• Lip lift: A lip lift is a procedure that raises the upper lip. This can make the voice sound more feminine by changing the way the lips vibrate.

Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS) typically does not directly affect your ability to undergo voice training. FFS focuses on altering facial features to create a more feminine appearance, and it does not involve any procedures that would impact your vocal cords or the physiological aspects of your voice.

Voice training, on the other hand, involves working with a speech-language pathologist to modify your voice’s pitch, resonance, and speech patterns to achieve a more feminine or gender-affirming sound. Voice training does not require any surgical intervention, and it is a separate process from FFS.

It’s essential to communicate your goals and plans for both FFS and voice training with your healthcare providers. They can help coordinate a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses your individual needs and preferences. If you are considering both FFS and voice training, it may be beneficial to discuss your timeline and any potential preferences with your speech-language pathologist and surgeon to ensure that your treatment plan aligns with your overall goals.

Remember that both FFS and voice training are personal decisions, and not all transgender individuals seek or undergo voice training. The choice to pursue voice training is entirely up to you and should align with your desired gender expression. Working with experienced and knowledgeable healthcare professionals can help ensure that you receive the support and guidance you need throughout your gender-affirming journey.