Transgender breast implant surgery is a procedure that creates a feminine upper body. Patients will be required to adhere to a hormone regime for at least 18-months after surgery. They will lose body hair and develop fat tissue in their breast area, which will help them achieve a fuller and more feminine figure. Patients will typically have a B or A-cup breast.
Prices
Transgender implants can cost as little as $1999 for saline breast implants and as much at $25,000 for silicone ones. The cost of the procedure depends on many factors including the type, amount of surgery and the previous surgeries. The cost is also affected by the BMI, or body mass index, of the patient.
Transgender implants for breasts are considered cosmetic surgery in Australia. This means that they are not eligible to receive Medicare rebates or early access superannuation. The procedure can still be performed in Australia by a qualified surgeon. The Australian Professional Association for Transgender Health maintains a list of approved clinics and surgeons. You must be aware of possible risks.
Anatomy
Transgender breast anatomy differs from that of a natural female. The anatomy of genetic males is more pronounced than that of a biological female. They tend to have larger shoulders, a wider chest, and a smaller inner lining. Implants placed below the NAC might not provide the desired shape and fullness. Implants that are slightly larger can give you a more feminine appearance and cleavage. Fat grafting can also be used to address this problem.
If the surgeon can accurately assess the shape and size of the patient's breasts, he will be able make a more natural-looking implants. It can be done using silicone or saline breast implant. The most popular choice is silicone. There are three types to choose from: smooth, texture, or shaped silicone breast implant. An anatomic sizer may be used by a doctor to determine which silicone breast implants would work best for a transgender patient. The surgeon may also use a computer simulation to get a better idea of the size of the patient's breasts.
Procedures
Transgender (male to female) breast augmentation can give you the appearance and feeling of a woman. Depending on your preferences, the procedure can be done in one or more stages. The tissue expander is used to stretch the lower skin poles in order for a larger implant to be placed. Implant placement is the second stage.
In order to prepare you for the procedure, it is important that you are in good health. An expert in breast augmentation can provide you with specific instructions. If you're transgender you need to be familiar with your body's unique anatomy. You also need to know how you want to feel after the procedure.
Problems
Transgender transgender women who want to expand their breasts have a higher risk of developing secondary complications such as implant rupture and asymmetry. These complications may also result in a need for reoperation. The risks of transgender breast-augmentation surgery are increasing as more transgender patients have gender affirming surgeries.
The World Professional Association for Transgender Health, (WPATH), has established standards for the care of patients who are seeking a transgender breast-augmentation procedure. These standards outline suggested and mandatory components for a comprehensive preoperative workup, including a transgender patient's medical history and any mental health concerns.
Long-term Results
Because some patients may have problems, long-term outcomes of transgender implant surgery can be difficult. Although transgender woman are generally happy with their results, there may be some regrets. Most women who have the surgery are satisfied with their results and less than 3% regret it. The risks of complications and discomfort that transgender women might experience after the procedure are not the only ones. There are many options to make transgender women feel more at ease.
Capsular Contracture in transwomen can occur, although the risk is minimal. About 3% of transwomen have experienced this problem. However, of those undergoing this surgery, only 1% had already had the implants removed. Although this may seem low, it's still significant enough to warrant additional research.