Huge difference before and after - major decline in dysphoria

I am a few weeks post op with Dr. D and wanted to leave a little info for anyone else interested in FFS. My first recommendation is to get a hold of his book called "facial feminization surgery," even if you don't pursue his services you will be much more informed about what to look for. I did a lot more research on FFS compared to other procedures I am pursuing. I had consults with a local surgeon, Dr Lee in NYC, and Dr D. There just wasn't a comparison. My consult with Dr D was so informative, he is really an artist and has really sought to understand from a psychological and anthropological perspective what feminizing effects are needed. Everyone on his staff was professional, understanding and helpful. I had almost resigned myself to another surgeon due to cost and travel logistics, but I am so glad that I went with my "dream" choice for FFS. It is an intimidating procedure and recovery. You really want to trust your surgeon/team and he had a level of empathy that was really appealing to me. He is technically competent, extremely experienced, has an incredible resume and is still humble and human. Interactions with Dr D and his personality are very reminiscent of a college professor, and I preferred his consults over the other surgeons that I have met. I felt that he was very realistic about what to expect, what complications were, and what was achievable. He seemed to want you to make an informed choice, vice trying to hard sell you on the procedure or himself. The team provides excellent information throughout the process leading up to and recovering from the procedure. I personally would recommend him very strongly. I would recommend spending more time researching and more of your overall budget dedicated to FFS compared to the many aspects of our transition care, just because it is probably the most important as far as how you interact with the world. I felt a major decline in dysphoria (mine was severe and getting worse as I fully socially transitioned). I don't know if I will be "pretty" when all of the swelling goes down, but there is already such a huge difference between my before and after. My perception of Dr D's Aesthetic style is that he shoots for a very natural look, which I personally prefer to the more "hollywood" or "had work done" aesthetics that other people and surgeons prefer; looking natural was a priority to me. I may post photos later in recovery, Im haven't made up my mind how much I want people to be able to see the old vs new me; since it so often changes how people in your life perceive your femininity.