Top Surgery: Consultation, Procedure, Recovery
Top surgery is a multi-step process that begins with an initial consultation. You and Dr. Lukavsky will discuss your goals, evaluate your candidacy, and create a personalized surgical plan during this consultation.
The surgical procedure involves removing breast tissue and reshaping the chest. Which technique is used depends on your anatomy and desired results. One critical factor determining the method is the type of incision used.
In general, two main types of incisions are used for top surgery:
- Periareolar incisions are usually used for individuals with smaller breasts and minimal excess skin. This technique involves an incision around the areola, making the scar less noticeable. The periareolar method is also helpful for individuals who want to reduce the size of their areola.
- Double incision is the most common technique for top surgery and is usually used for individuals with larger breasts. This technique involves making a horizontal incision along the inframammary fold and a vertical incision down the center of the chest. This technique allows more significant amounts of breast tissue to be removed and reshaped, resulting in a more masculine chest contour.
Other types of incisions that may be used for top surgery include the keyhole technique, which involves making an incision around the areola and removing breast tissue through a small incision, and the inverted-T technique, which involves making an incision around the areola, a vertical incision down the center of the chest, and a horizontal incision along the inframammary fold.
Recovery varies from person to person but generally involves some downtime for healing. Patients will be advised on post-operative care, including dressings, compression garments, and follow-up appointments.