Transgender breast implants can be used to make the upper body more feminine. Patients must be on a hormone regimen for at minimum 18 months after surgery. They will lose body fat and develop breast tissue, which will give them a fuller, more feminine figure. Patients will typically have a B or A-cup breast.
Prices
Transgender breast implant costs start at $1999 with saline, and can rise to as high as $25,000 with silicone implants. Cost of transgender breast implants depends on several factors such as the type of implant, surgeon fees and previous surgeries. BMI (body mass index) also has an impact on the cost.
Transgender surgery is considered cosmetic surgery in Australia. Therefore, it is not eligible under Medicare for rebates or early access into superannuation. However, you can still find a surgeon to perform the procedure in Australia. The Australian Professional Association for Transgender Health maintains a list of approved clinics and surgeons. Nevertheless, you should be aware of the potential risks.
Anatomy
The anatomy of the transgender breast is different from that of a biological female. Generic males have a larger chest and shoulders than females, and an inframammary fold that is smaller than a woman's. Implants placed below the NAC might not provide the desired shape and fullness. Implants placed slightly less medial can result in a smoother, feminine look and better cleavage. To correct this problem, fat grafting might be an option.
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. You can use either silicone or water-based breast implants. The most common choice is silicone implants. There are three types if silicone breast implants: textured, smooth and shaped. An anatomic sizer may be used by a doctor to determine which silicone breast implants would work best for a transgender patient. A computer simulation may be used by the surgeon to determine the breast size.
Procedures
Transgender breast surgery (male to woman) is simple and can transform you into a woman. The number of stages you require and your preference can vary. The first stage may involve a tissue expander that stretches the lower pole skin to accommodate a larger implant. The second stage involves the placement of an implant.
In order to prepare you for the procedure, it is important that you are in good health. You will be provided with detailed instructions by a specialist in breast reconstruction and breast augmentation. 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.
Complications
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 can also lead to reoperation. There are increased risks for transgender women undergoing gender affirming surgery.
WPATH, the World Professional Association for Transgender Health established standards for transgender patient care. These standards provide guidelines for mandatory and suggested components in a comprehensive preoperative assessment, which will include a review of the patient's medical history and any mental issues.
Long-term results
The long-term effects of transgender women undergoing breast implant surgery may be hard to judge as there are some cases that have serious complications. Although transgender woman are generally happy with their results, there may be some regrets. The majority of women who undergo the surgery are not disappointed and only 3% would not undergo it again. The risks of complications and discomfort that transgender women might experience after the procedure are not the only ones. There are many procedures that can help transgender women feel more comfortable.
Capsular Contracture in transwomen can occur, although the risk is minimal. Among transwomen, about 3% reported having suffered from this complication. Only 1% of the patients who had this surgery had had their implants removed. Although this may seem low, it's still significant enough to warrant additional research.