What Is FTM Top Surgery?
For many transgender men, removing breast tissue is a vital component of their transition to achieving a masculine chest. Dr. Nicholas K. Howland, a board-certified plastic surgeon, offers chest reconstruction or male chest contouring to assist in attaining this goal. The procedure frequently involves a double mastectomy combined with chest liposuction to eliminate breast and fat tissue. The size of the patient's breasts initially may also necessitate resizing and repositioning of the nipple-areolar complex. Our team at Howland Plastic Surgery can help you achieve the masculine frame you want with FTM top surgery. Schedule an appointment at our Draper, UT practice today to learn more details about this surgery.
How Is FTM Top Surgery Performed?
There are a number of methods that can be utilized for the three-hour long FTM top surgery and depend on the starting size of your chest, as well as your skin elasticity. The most common three techniques used are double incision, periareolar, and keyhole, although there are other incisions that may be used in certain circumstances. The double incision technique involves making two horizontal incisions across the chest to remove breast tissue and is suited for individuals with medium to large amounts of chest tissue. Periareolar top surgery entails a circular incision around the areola to remove breast tissue and tighten the skin. Keyhole top surgery uses a small incision along the bottom edge of the areola to remove breast tissue, best suited for individuals with small amounts of chest tissue and good skin elasticity.
What Are the Benefits of FTM Top Surgery?
FTM top surgery represents a significant milestone for many in the transgender community. This procedure not only customizes the body to reflect one's true self but also catalyzes a new chapter of life that highlights personal comfort and self-acceptance. Benefits of FTM top surgery at Howland Plastic Surgery in Draper, UT include:
- Enhanced self-confidence related to physical appearance
- Harmony between one's internal identity and external appearance
- Achieving a defined, masculine chest contour
- Decreased fat
- Improved appearance in form-fitting apparel
- Increased comfort during shirtless activities at places, like the beach, pool, or gym locker room
- Appearance of natural chest aesthetics
- Enduring results from the procedure
Howland Plastic Surgery Reviews
Dr. Howland is wonderful and was an absolute pleasure to work with. I consulted with another 5 star Top plastic surgeon but chose Dr. Howland because he was able to treat everything I wanted in one procedure and did an INCREDIBLE job as well as his warm disposition! I am so grateful. I always wanted a breast reduction and finally am in a size i am so happy with! They look AMAZING! He is very personable, is down to earth and has wonderful bedside manner. This is coming from a nurse! He listened to all of my concerns and took great care me. I don't typically do reviews unless I am compelled however I just had to give him the review that he deserves. These procedures are not a joke and they should be treated in kind. He was great! His staff is wonderful and responsive and there around the clock if you need them. I would recommend him 1000x over!
Dr. Howland is amazing. Just now writing long overdue review. Had breast reduction. It changed my life. He is the best at his craft.
AMAZING!!! I interviewed 4 Plastic Surgeons before I met with Dr Howland and the minute I met him I knew he was my Surgeon. Best decision I could have made. My body reacted poorly to my Surgery...nothing to do with Dr Howland. His whole Office jumped in. The Nurses are TOP NOTCH...Jenn my girl..Avery who came to the Hospital to assist with a procedure...and everyone else even if not mentioned by name. Melissa at the Front Desk is like a Girlfriend. They have the best formula for choosing a Team. The other Plastic Surgeons that came to help...and called to check up on me. Dr Howland is always available by cell phone. No matter where or what he is doing Despite what happened I LOVE my results..BETTER than I had dreamed...would go back here for anything else, and refer anyone I know here!!! You feel like Family here...not a Patient Thank You to Everyone Lorrie Tomac
AMAZING!!! I interviewed 4 Plastic Surgeons before I met with Dr Howland and the minute I met him I knew he was my Surgeon.Best decision I could have made. My body reacted poorly to my Surgery...nothing to do with Dr Howland.His whole Office jumped in. The Nurses are TOP NOTCH...Jenn my girl..Avery who came to the Hospital to assist with a procedure...and everyone else even if not mentioned by name. Melissa at the Front Desk is like a Girlfriend. They have the best formula for choosing a Team.The other Plastic Surgeons that came to help...and called to check up on me.Dr Howland is always available by cell phone. No matter where or what he is doingDespite what happened I LOVE my results..BETTER than I had dreamed...would go back here for anything else, and refer anyone I know here!!!You feel like Family here...not a PatientThank You to EveryoneLorrie Tomac
Dr Nick Howland was able to give me the trust I need it to go through a rough surgery for my body. I love the results i love the confidence it gave me back, his staff treated me like a queen. His incisions were perfect and you hardly can tell the incisions since it looks like a hair line. very impressive with his skills for sculpting. I totally will recommend him and use him again.
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A Masculine Chest
At Howland Plastic Surgery, we provide solutions designed to redefine your chest, helping you achieve the masculine aesthetic you desire. Through a subcutaneous mastectomy, renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Nicholas K. Howland skillfully removes breast tissue, sculpting a chest that is more chiseled, firm, and appears natural. Reach out to our Draper, UT office now to arrange a consultation, and discover more about the impactful top surgery options available.