Body
Feminization Surgery
What is MTF Body Feminization Surgery?
An important part of the male-to-female (MTF) transition is the feminization of the body. Because the male body ratios and proportions are very different than that of a female, the figure must be minimized and sculpted precisely, with skill and the eye of an artist. Dr. Sajan will focus on various key areas of your figure to help you achieve a slim, hourglass silhouette.
Body Feminization Surgery | MTF Body Contouring
The shape and contours of the body vary widely. However, even though women and men can have several different body shapes and types, there are still some patterns determined by gender assigned at birth. For people who identify as transgender women, this can cause gender dysphoria because their body may not take on the same shape or form as a cisgender woman. Body feminization surgery can help transgender women get the body shape they desire. Dr. Javad Sajan provides the best body feminization surgery.
What
is body feminization?
Body feminization is a procedure or combination of procedures meant to take a more masculine appearing body shape and create a more classically feminine shape. Also known as MTF body contouring, the procedure is customized to fit each patient. Overall, the goal is to create an hourglass shape with a smaller waist with larger hips and bust.
Dr. Sajan can achieve an extremely natural result or can create a more dramatic difference in body shape. What is possible depends on the amount of fat the patient has, their health and medical history, and their desired outcome.
Male vs. Female Bodies
Male and female bodies look different mainly due to their prominent hormone. Both testosterone and estrogen are present in male and female people, but males have more testosterone while females have more estrogen. Thus, this leads to differences in body composition. The table below details some of the differences between male and female bodies.
Male | Female |
|
|
While some of these factors are difficult or impossible to change with hormone or surgery, most trans women can get a feminine body that matches their desired look.
Benefits
For transgender women, there are several possible benefits of MTF body contouring, Some of the advantages and benefits may include:
- Curvier body
- Fuller breasts and/or buttocks
- Make the waist smaller
- Achieve a more feminine hip to waist ratio
- Create an hourglass figure
- Natural looking results
- Reduce gender dysphoria
- Fit into women’s clothes better
- Improve self esteem and confidence
- Quicker results
- Fewer surgical sessions
- Permanent results
- Help improve quality of life
- Performed by a world renowned plastic surgeon who specializes in gender surgery
Possible Body Feminization Procedures
Each MTF body contouring procedure will include a different combination of procedures. Not all trans women want or need the same enhancements. Similar to facial feminization, Dr. Sajan works closely with the patient to determine the ideal combination of procedures to get the results they want in a safe manner.
MTF Breast Augmentation
Male to female breast augmentation uses breast implants to enlarge and shape the breasts. The procedure is possible regardless of if a patient has seen natural breast growth from hormones or not. The most popular choice for MTF breast augmentation are gummy bear breast implants because they come in a shape that anatomically mimics the look of the breast.
Liposuction
Liposuction is one of the mainstays of body feminization. It is present in nearly every MTF body contouring surgery. Liposuction allows Dr. Sajan to make the waist smaller, harvest fat for transfer, and shape other areas of the body. Additionally, it is not uncommon for patients to want liposuction performed on other area simply for aesthetic purposes and not gender transformation. This is possible for most patients.
MTF Brazilian Butt Lift
An MTF Brazilian butt lift creates fuller, rounder buttocks characteristic of women. Using liposuction and fat grafting, Dr. Sajan uses fat from the patient’s body and injects it into the buttocks and hips. This can achieve several enhancements including widening the hips, fuller and rounder buttocks, and correcting hip dips.
Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck is not usually a gender affirming procedure because it is performed on people of all gender identities to address loose and extra skin. However, if a patient has loose, extra skin present, it can hide the results of body feminization surgery. Therefore, removing the extra skin and fixing separated muscles if necessary can help lead to a better and more feminine result.
FAQ
Do I Have To Be On Hormones Before Body Feminization Surgery?
No, Dr. Sajan has no requirement that patients be on hormones before body feminization. However, if someone plans to take hormones, it is better to start before surgery. This is because the fat in the body will begin to naturally redistribute. For example, in the first year after starting hormones, many trans women see breast development, more fat in their hips and buttocks, and a less muscular appearance. While many still seek surgery, it can give the body a headstart in the feminization process.
What If I Don’t Want An Hourglass Shape?
The hourglass shape is considered the ideal for a woman. However, if this is not conducive to the patient’s existing body type, or they would prefer another feminine body type, Dr. Sajan can usually accommodate this. Like cisgender women, transgender women come in all shapes and sizes.
How Is Recovery From MTF Body Contouring?
- Wear compression garment(s)
- Get up and walk regularly, but do not partake in strenuous activities or exercise
- Stay hydrated and eat plenty of protein
- Attend post-operative appointments
- Care for scars as directed
- Get ultrasound lymphatic massages as needed/directed
What Is The Cost Of Body Feminization Surgery?
Patients can often get body feminization surgery covered by insurance. Therefore, the exact out-of-pocket costs will depend on the patient’s insurance plan. Patients are always welcome to pay out-of-pocket as well. In this case, the exact costs of MTF body contouring will be determined based on the individual procedures.
The Best MTF Body Contouring By Dr. Javad Sajan
Dr. Javad Sajan is an accomplished plastic surgeon based in Seattle, WA. He is a leader in gender affirmation surgery and performs gender affirming surgery for people along the entire spectrum of gender identity. His plastic surgery and gender surgery expertise come together during an MTF body contouring surgery which can involve many common plastic surgeries. Dr. Javad Sajan performs the best body feminization surgery available.
To schedule a consultation with Dr. Sajan at Allure Esthetic, call us at 206.990.0060. You can also reach out via chat or contact form.
Allure Esthetic Plastic Surgery
