Yes, FFS can affect your ability to wear glasses or contact lenses. The specific procedures that can affect your vision include:
- Rhinoplasty: This procedure can change the shape of your nose, which can affect the fit of your glasses or contact lenses.
- Cheek augmentation: This procedure can add volume to your cheeks, which can also affect the fit of your glasses or contact lenses.
- Jawline contouring: This procedure can change the shape of your jawline, which can also affect the fit of your glasses or contact lenses.
If you are considering FFS, it is important to talk to your surgeon about how the procedures may affect your vision. They can help you determine if you will still be able to wear glasses or contact lenses after surgery, and they can recommend specific types of glasses or contact lenses that may be best for you.
In some cases, FFS may actually improve your vision. For example, if you have a deviated septum, rhinoplasty can help to straighten your septum and improve your breathing. This can, in turn, improve your vision.
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to have FFS is a personal one. However, if you are concerned about how the procedures may affect your ability to wear glasses or contact lenses, you should talk to your surgeon about your concerns.
Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS) can potentially affect your ability to wear glasses or contact lenses, especially if the surgery involves procedures around the eyes, such as forehead contouring, brow lift, or eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). However, the impact on eyewear will vary depending on the specific procedures performed and individual factors.
Here are some considerations:
- Glasses: If you wear glasses, changes to the forehead or nose resulting from FFS may affect the fit and comfort of your glasses. For example, if you undergo forehead contouring, the position of your eyebrows may change, potentially affecting the alignment of your glasses.
- Contact Lenses: Procedures that involve the eyelids, such as blepharoplasty, can temporarily impact the use of contact lenses during the initial healing phase. Swelling and sensitivity around the eyes may make it challenging to wear contact lenses comfortably for a short period.
- Temporary Eyewear Adjustments: In the post-operative period, you may need to temporarily adjust your eyewear or use prescription lenses to accommodate any changes in your facial structure.
It’s essential to discuss your eyewear preferences and concerns with your FFS surgeon during the pre-operative consultations. Your surgeon can provide insights into how specific procedures may affect your ability to wear glasses or contact lenses temporarily and suggest ways to accommodate your needs during the healing process.
In some cases, patients find that their facial changes after FFS allow them to wear glasses more comfortably or that their vision improves due to changes in the eyelid position or brow elevation. However, individual experiences can vary.
As the healing progresses, any temporary disruptions to eyewear use are typically resolved, and you can resume wearing glasses or contact lenses as usual.
Remember to follow your surgeon’s post-operative instructions carefully and attend all scheduled follow-up appointments to ensure a smooth recovery and address any concerns about eyewear or vision-related matters.