Non-surgical gender affirmation procedures in NYC?

March 13, 2021 4:16 AM

I am edging into the waters of making some small non-surgical changes to my appearance, in order to lessen my gender dysphoria. Specifically, I am interested in dermal fillers in order to create a more masculine jawline. These are of course widely available. However, as I am non-binary AFAB and don't have a lot of practice describing what I want in regards to my body, I would be more comfortable in a queer space where the practitioners understood I wasn't just going for a traditionally femme, cosmetic look.

Are there places you could recommend in New York City where I could have these conversations and people would meet me halfway? Anything you recommend I look or ask for? Any procedures in particular you recommend I look at, or stay away from?

Thank you!

posted by anonymous to Clothing, Beauty, & Fashion (2 answers total)

KosmeticKrys on IG and Twitter is an aesthetics/plastic surgery consultant who you can consult with for specific recommendations on procedures and she can also suggest vetted professionals for the actual work. She works with trans clients and can refer accordingly.
posted by quince at 10:47 PM on March 13, 2021

Perhaps you could contact Callen-Lorde Community Health Center or a Pride Health Center, for care and/or referrals?

Source note/caveat: I found these two options by looking up LGBTQ-focused health centers in NYC, not from personal experience with either provider.

Sending you lots of queer support from Philly. <3
posted by brackish.line at 11:09 PM on March 13, 2021