Transgender Top Surgery
in Toronto
For many transgender patients, cosmetic surgery is an important step in their transition that can result in decreased gender dysphoria, improved mental health, and enhanced self-esteem. Alongside hormone therapy, transgender top surgery in Toronto is often one of the first steps for patients who are transitioning. At FORM Face + Body, we offer gender-affirming surgery for patients transitioning from an assigned male at birth to a female, as well as those transitioning from assigned female at birth to male.
Quote will be provided upon assessment as patient plan is highly individualized.
2–4 weeks
1 treatment
For patients transitioning from male to female, transgender top surgery—or chest feminization—can be performed in order to create fuller, more feminine breasts. During the procedure, breast implants are surgically inserted beneath the breast tissue or the chest muscle, ultimately enhancing the size and shape of the breasts.
For patients transitioning from female to male, transgender top surgery—or chest masculinization—involves elective cosmetic mastectomy to remove unwanted breast tissue and create a more masculine chest contour. This procedure may also include nipple and areola resizing or repositioning to achieve a natural, masculine appearance.
Prior to any surgery at FORM Face + Body, you will see your surgeon for a consultation, which includes a comprehensive examination and explanation of your options, as well as a completely individualized treatment plan.
Before undergoing chest feminization via breast augmentation, your surgeon will review all options for creating your ideal breast appearance, including implant size, style, and shape, implant material, implant position, and implant incision site.
For Toronto patients undergoing chest masculinization via elective cosmetic mastectomy, your surgeon will discuss and determine the best surgical technique to accomplish the desired breast tissue removal, depending on your unique anatomy and goals. The most common technique is a bilateral mastectomy with free nipple grafts, which allows for the removal of all breast tissue (including milk ducts) and excess skin, along with proper placement and downsizing of the nipples.
All methods used for transgender top surgery are considered very safe, and most of our patients in Toronto feel that the benefits outweigh the risks. However, our goal at FORM Face + Body is to make sure you understand what the surgery involves, including possible risks, complications, and follow-up care.
Some of the issues you will discuss with your surgeon regarding chest feminization include:
Issues to discuss with your surgeon regarding chest masculinization include:
Your consultation with your surgeon is designed to maximize your outcomes and minimize complications by ensuring that the appropriate procedure is selected and that you have a full understanding of your pre and post-operative instructions. Our team is a constant resource for you in this regard and will carefully guide you through this exciting experience.
Our surgeons perform all transgender top surgeries in the hospital or at our private operating facility in Toronto. Surgery usually takes one to two hours, is performed under general anesthesia, and allows you to return home the same day.
Recovery will vary significantly between patients and depending on the type of procedure performed. Keep in mind that swelling and bruising are expected, so final results may not be evident right away. Your surgeon will provide you with customized guidelines to follow during your recovery, as well as oral pain medications and antibiotics based on your personal needs. In general, you can expect to return to normal activities by 2–4 weeks following your surgery. Your recovery will be gradual from day one after surgery, and your surgeon will guide you through this process.
Reach out today to schedule your initial consultation and learn more about transgender top surgery in Toronto.
