Gender-Affirming Top Surgery at PryorHealth

PryorHealth in Rockford, IL, offers gender-affirming top surgery through a team of skilled and caring best in class surgeons. Our goal is to provide comprehensive care and achieve a natural-looking chest appearance for our patients. We recognize the individual needs of each patient and aim to deliver personalized, compassionate care to help them achieve their goals.

What is Top Surgery?

Top surgery is a surgery that aligns a person's chest with their gender identity. For those who identify as transgender men (FTM), this usually means removing breast tissue or masculinizing the chest to create a more masculine appearance. For those who identify as transgender women (MTF), the surgery involves enhancing breast tissue or feminizing the chest to create a more feminine appearance.

What types of Top Surgery procedures are available?

At PryorHealth we offer a range of gender-affirming top surgery procedures. The procedure recommended will depend on the patient's anatomy and desired outcome. During your consultation for top surgery Rockford aesthetic experts will discuss all options to ensure you receive the best treatment plan for your needs.

MTF Breast Enhancement

Breast Augmentation or Breast Implants for Male-to-Female (MTF) Breast Enhancement is a surgical procedure where implants are added to the chest to enhance the size and shape of the breasts. This procedure is typically done for transgender women or non-binary individuals who want a more feminine-looking chest.

In the surgical procedure, a chest incision creates a pocket for implant placement. The two most commonly used types of implants are silicone and saline. Silicone implants contain silicone gel, while saline implants contain a sterile saltwater solution.

The benefits of MTF Breast Augmentation include a more feminine chest appearance, improved self-confidence, and a better sense of body image. This procedure can also alleviate dysphoria and help individuals feel more comfortable in their skin.

FTM Breast Reduction

FTM (Female-to-Male) Breast Reduction, also known as Top Surgery or Chest Masculinization Surgery, is a surgical procedure that involves removing breast tissue to create a flatter, more masculine chest appearance. This procedure is typically performed for transgender men or non-binary individuals who desire a more masculine chest appearance.

During the surgery, a cut will be made in the chest to remove extra breast tissue, fat, and skin. The nipple and areola will be adjusted to achieve a more masculine chest shape that looks natural.

Undergoing FTM breast reduction can provide various benefits, such as creating a more masculine chest, boosting self-confidence, and improving body image. The procedure can also alleviate dysphoria and enhance an individual's comfort with their body.

Candidates for Top Surgery

Gender-affirming top surgery is for anyone seeking to align their physical appearance with their gender identity. Candidates for top surgery typically experience significant distress related to their chest appearance and may suffer from gender dysphoria.

Concerns addressed with top surgery:

Excess breast tissue in FTM patients
Insufficient breast tissue in MTF patients
Unevenness in chest size
Unnatural-looking chest shape or contours
Difficulty finding clothing that fits properly
Anxiety or depression related to chest appearance

Why choose PryorHealth?

PryorHealth is committed to delivering a personalized and empathetic approach to the procedure with our skilled team's expertise. Our collaborative team of surgeons brings their individual expertise to provide comprehensive care to our patients. We prioritize our patient's well-being and strive to create a natural and inspiring result.

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