Choosing FTM top surgery is highly personal, and so is choosing the surgical technique used to create your chest contour. Your anatomy, skin elasticity, chest size, nipple position, and goals can influence which approach provides the best result.
At Ultra Aesthetics in West Palm Beach, FL, Dr. Ravinder Jarial brings extensive training in plastic and reconstructive surgery, including advanced craniofacial fellowship experience, to gender-affirming procedures. He develops an individualized surgical plan to create a natural-looking chest that aligns with your body and identity.
What Does FTM Top Surgery Involve?
FTM top surgery, also called masculinizing chest surgery, typically involves removing breast tissue and reshaping the chest to create a flatter, more masculine contour. Depending on the technique, surgery may also involve removing excess skin and resizing or repositioning the nipples and areolas.
No single technique is best for everyone. The amount of tissue and loose skin you have plays an important role in determining your options.
Understanding Double-Incision Top Surgery
The double-incision technique is commonly considered when you have a larger chest or significant excess skin. Incisions allow the surgeon to remove breast tissue and skin while reshaping the chest.
The nipples and areolas may be resized and repositioned to better complement masculine chest proportions. This approach can offer substantial control over chest contour, although it results in longer scars across the chest.
What Are Periareolar and Keyhole Techniques?
For appropriately selected individuals with smaller chests and good skin elasticity, more limited-incision techniques may be possible.
A periareolar approach uses an incision around the areola to remove tissue and reshape the chest. A keyhole approach uses a smaller incision around part of the areola and generally relies on the skin contracting naturally after tissue removal.
These approaches can produce less extensive scarring, but they aren’t appropriate when substantial skin removal or repositioning is required.
Explore FTM Top Surgery in West Palm Beach
Understanding your surgical options can help you approach gender-affirming surgery with greater confidence. At Ultra Aesthetics, Dr. Ravinder Jarial provides personalized planning focused on your anatomy, goals, safety, and desired chest contour.
To learn more about FTM top surgery in West Palm Beach, FL, call (561) 249-0390 or contact Ultra Aesthetics to schedule a consultation.
