I actually just had my top surgery three weeks ago, and tonight while I was little too medicated I started really thinking about my procedure, wondering how the incisions were joined together and how the fat was taken out and whatnot. This was extremely informative and easy to understand (even while high) and it’s made me appreciate the results my surgeon procured even more. I wish I had seen it prior to surgery to discuss more of this with my surgeon, but luckily she did exactly what customizations I would’ve needed without me asking. I’ll definitely be recommending this video to my other pre-op trans masc friends!
Never met such a Intelligent, patient , caring , and well hearted Dr. He Takes his time and is very straight forward about what procedure is best for you and explains in detail why one procedure would be better versus the other . If you are looking to get this procedure done and you’re in California Dr. Mosser is the way to go ! I feel he’s Very under-rated an should be brung to the light a-lot more in trans/gender nonconforming community ! #HereForSuppourt
After I found Dr. Mosser, I haven’t found any other surgeon who takes as much time and care to create the best results for his patients. I wish I could travel to San Francisco and get top surgery right now :(
Wow. Thank you so much for the kindness. We understand that not everyone is able to travel for surgery, but if that ever becomes an option, we would love to meet you! :)
@@genderconfirmationcenter1826 I dont think that transgenders and gays or lesbians are going to see God Jesus in heaven. Its written in the bible, in one of Paul's epistles. Please read the bible and repetend before its too late
My boyfriend had a double this procedure done by Dr.Mosser highly recommend him! Great video explaining too beats a lot of the other videos with gore in it !
Science and artistic intuition indeed! My surgeon gets 10 score for suturing and a 3 out of 10 for contouring and artistic intuition. So helpful. Thankyou.
im getting top surgery very soon... been waiting so long for this and i find comfort in watching videos about the procedure knowing that i will be in surgery soon
thank you for producing this animated version! getting my surgery in like a day and a half and was curious about the procedure, but don’t quite have the stomach for the live surgery video. even though i couldn’t choose your clinic on my insurance you have been the best resource in preparing myself for surgery 🎉
This by far has been the most professional, considerate, and well thought out video explaining Double Incision that I've ever seen, and believe me I've been looking around. This type of incision is what I believe I will be getting in the future, so it was incredibly helpful to see a diagram of what all happens during surgery. Great video, you're doing fantastic work, Dr.Scott.
Thank you so much for your kind words, I'm very happy this was helpful to you. We're releasing new videos soon, so if you haven't already please subscribe so you can stay updated with these types of videos!
I'm so happy that these have been helpful for you! Thank you for reaching out! Visit www.genderconfirmation.com/ftm-videos/ for more videos and information.
I have about the same size breasts as that image on the “before” SO THIS WAS REALLY HELPFUL!! I don’t know if or when I’ll get surgery. I really really really want it because I’m always in pain from my breasts and have major dysphoria and I’m not comfortable ever. But this surgery is such a humongous step and life altering event. Thank you so much for your very thorough explanation. I’m 19 but know nothing about this stuff and really wanted to get educated on these procedures
Hi Maxon, you may have more luck by visiting our website:www.genderconfirmation.com/ftm-videos/ There is also a wealth of other resources on there. Best of luck!
Hi Maxon, Yes I apologize for that, that's UA-cam rules. Our website www.genderconfirmation.com/surgery/ has all of the video information in picture form.
All of your videos are very helpful, because I am very confused on most surgeries and I love how you explain them! Thank you for helping clear my confusion
Thank you so much for your comment and we are very glad to know that our videos are helping you understand more about gender affirming surgery! Please consider checking out our website (www.genderconfirmation.com) where we have shared written content and additional animated videos that could be helpful to you as well :)
Hey Dr. Mosser, I have a couple questions that I don’t think you covered in your videos. 1) Is it possible to be put under with gas before inserting an iv or needle into your patent? Many of us with fears of needles and anxiety are needing to know. I understand it differs from doctor to doctor on whether they are willing to do it or not, but I would like to know if this is possible. 2) Does the patient’s period affect the result? My chest gets tender and achy when it’s shark week for me. I also notice the chest itself has a different texture to it. Does it matter if your chest is sore? Thank you for your time -Luke
Hi Luke, I’m really glad you reached out to us here with these questions and I’ve done my best to answer them as clearly as possible. Please share any more questions that come to mind. In regard to your question about your period, one’s period does not affect the result - the breast tissue is removed regardless. With regards to needles, we let the anesthesiologists decide what is necessary. We find that after a conversation with the anesthesiologist, patients virtually never need additional help, as the insertion of an IV by a competent individual is (the vast majority of the time) both relatively painless and quite simple. I hope this provides the clarity you were looking for!
How old must one be to get this surgery? I am turning 14 in April , my cheat dysphoria has been getting really bad. Do you think I could get it in a year or two? Or do I have to be an adult?
Thank you for your question and I'm sorry to hear about your worsening chest dysphoria. Dr. Mosser does perform top surgery on folks under 18 but the process is different due to the patient being a minor. Here's information on the process of getting top surgery at his practice if you're under the age of 18 www.genderconfirmation.com/adolescents/
Hi there! We are located in San Francisco, California. You can find information about out-of-pocket pricing here (www.genderconfirmation.com/about-us/fees-and-financing/). Many insurance providers do cover the cost & financing is available.
Dr. Scott Mosser, Transgender FTM Top Surgery-Surgeon I have sleep apnea I was told I need a special way of being put out during my most recent Surgery would that matter with this surgery?
Hi Teegan, my name's Charity Rose and I assist Dr. Mosser with a variety of projects (including social media). Since I'm not on the medical side of things I'd like to have our patient coordinator reach out to you. Would you mind emailing me at 'charity@genderconfirmation.com' with your question and I'll forward it to the appropriate folks? Thanks!
I'll be getting this surgery with Dr Mosser in 12 days. I am absolutely ecstatic and cannot wait. If anyone wants to know anything, feel free to reply in 12 days lol
@@santaskiddo7503 Recovery is going great! Im only slightly sore if I over exert myself, swelling is so minimal I dont notice it anymore, I sleep great, and my scars are beginning to fade and flatten
Hopefully you'll be able to get to this but, I'm pretty over weight and one of biggest concerns is my chest looking weird if it were to be completely flat because cis men will have a bit more fat on their chest if they're overweight. Do you suggest I lose weight before looking into surgery or is it something I don't have to worry about? Also, will being overweight affect the result?
This is a great topic to bring into discussion! It's always suggested that folks try to get to their most healthy weight before top surgery. It's true that some FTM/N surgeons have weight or body mass index (BMI) requirements and some do not. Why is there a difference in opinion/practice? Some FTM/N top surgery doctors have a weight or BMI requires primarily because of literature studies that have revealed increased complications with tummy tuck surgery or breast reduction in patients with a higher weight or BMI index. At Dr. Mosser’s practice he hasn’t seen those risks carry over so he does not have a weight or BMI cut off. He has performed top surgery on folks with BMI’s as high as the 40 and 60 range with good results. I hope this provides some encouragement and let us know if you have any other questions!
I hear you. That's a totally valid feeling. Choosing to undergo top surgery is a major & deeply personal decision. It is common for folks to experience some discomfort when thinking about surgery. I would encourage you to check out our #AllOfUs posts on Instagram to learn more about patients' experiences with top surgery :)
Thanks for this video. I noticed it's from 7 years ago. Have you/Could you make a similar video using a model with a higher BMI? I know that you specifically don't operate on people over a certain BMI, but I'm slightly above it and have a surgerry date in January. It's really hard to gauge what I might look like when all of the models used are in perfect shape/health. Thanks.
That's a great suggestion! I'll definitely submit that when we create new versions of these videos. It's important to show a variety of body types. We do have a lot of Before and After photos for people of various body types on our website and Instagram pages. (Our IG: @genderconfirmationcenter) The GCC doesn't have BMI limits for *top surgery* or *facial surgery,* but we do for other procedures. Each surgeon/office has their own guidelines, though. www.genderconfirmation.com/blog/body-mass-index/
Hi! Thanks for reaching out. Yes many patients opt for ‘no nipples’. For more information on this, feel free to visit: www.genderconfirmation.com/areola-excision-top-surgery/
I’m have too surgery on December 5th! Very amazing explanation. I had a question. The tips of my nipples are larger and don’t look like most men’s. They are average for a woman but big for a man. Do the tips have to look the same on my nipple grafts or do some surgeons trim them down to a size that looks more masculine?
Thank you for reaching out. For support for youth, we recommend the following organizations. Trevor Lifeline Toll-free: 866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386) Hours: 7 days a week, 24 hours a day www.thetrevorproject.org Confidential suicide and crisis counseling for LGBTQ teens and young adults. Text and instant messaging options are available on the website. Trans Lifeline Toll-free: 877-565-8860 Hours: 7 am-1 am PST / 9 am-3 am CST / 10 am-4 am EST www.translifeline.org Peer support hotline that is run by and for trans people. LGBT National Youth Talkline 800-246-PRIDE (800-246-7743) Hours: Monday-Friday 1 pm-9 pm PST / 4 pm-12 am EST, Saturday 9 am-2 pm PST / 12 pm-5 pm EST help@LGBThotline.org www.glbthotline.org/youth-talkline.html Peer support and resources for LGBTQ teens and young adults. Additionally: here are some resources that may also be of help: Centerlink 954-765-6024 www.lgbtcenters.org Directory of community centers for LGBT people. Transgender Care Listings www.transcaresite.org Directory of trans-friendly health care professionals. Trans Youth Equality Foundation www.transyouthequality.org Resources for transgender teens and young adults. PFLAG 202-467-8180 www.pflag.org Network of communities for LGBTQ people, parents, and friends. Gender Spectrum 510-788-4412 www.genderspectrum.org Organization that supports gender expansive children, teens, and their families. Sending you our support and best of wishes! Feel free to reach out anytime. ♥️
To you have to have the nipples added back on? My genderfluid and just like.. I hate them, they make me feel sick, I've seen a few ppl not have them but is that the done thing in the UK? And how would I go about asking for that?
Thanks for inquiring! Double incision with no nipples is a common option at our office. For more info, free to visit www.genderconfirmation.com/no-nipples/
This can be a little bit different for everyone, but generally someone is "healed" at about 12 months after the top surgery procedure. Dr. Mosser's Gender Confirmation Center has resources including a recovery timeline, nipple graft healing timeline and many more specific details about the recovery process here: www.genderconfirmation.com/?s=recovery+timeline
Hi, thank you for your question! We are located in San Francisco, CA but many people from around the world come to receive our services. You would likely set up a surgery date during a time that you will be able to leave Uganda and fly to SF. Let me know if you have any questions or need further support with this! You can also check out our website at www.genderconfirmation.com 😊
I’ve been told that people can only get these surgeries if they’re a trans male, but are they allowed for non-binary people AFAB? (What I mean is that I’ve been told that people only get approval if they’re a trans male, explaining my confusion about this)
The Gender Confirmation Center offers many gender affirming medical procedures, all available to any gender expansive individual. We have had a number of non-binary identifying patients who were able to find a procedure that suits them best. In regards to insurance, this can absolutely be a tricky process to navigate and approval is up to the specific provider. We have an entire insurance advocacy team available to our patients to help them through the process - the team can be reached here : www.genderconfirmation.com/contact-us/
I will first loss all the extra weight i have so i don't have to go through the cutting surgery I don't want scars and pain.. And keyhole surgery can only be done on small boobs I am gonna start running for losing chest fat 👍🏻
I was wondering about these kind of surgeries. Is it possible to have a flat chest without the nipple being placed back? Because if that is possible i would want that
Absolutely! We've had tons of folks request no nipples as the outcome of their surgery. Presentation outcomes can be discussed with Dr. Mosser or Dr. Facque during a consultation. We have a bunch of before & after images without nipples on our website-- consider checking those out for more inspiration :) www.genderconfirmation.com/gallery/double-incision-ftm-chest-surgery/
Great question! Though the first few days of recovery should be spent resting, you are encouraged to move around. However, you should initially minimize many other physical activities, especially raising your arms or lifting over 5 lbs. Taking it easy will minimize pain, discomfort and other possible complications after surgery. Typically patients resume non-physical activities after 8-10 days. Here's more information on timelines around after surgery: www.genderconfirmation.com/techniques-ftm/after-surgery/
Dr Mosser wanted me to share this answer: "I have performed DI FNG surgery with someone with a VP shunt. Keyhole would be very difficult to do and might not be possible. We would do this in coordination with the neurosurgeon and have a plan with that person in case anything happened to the shunt during surgery. In the case we performed, the shunt was seen clearly and was unaffected by surgery."
Quience Pillai thanks for your question! Double incision is a popular choice for a lot of folks regardless of chest size. Other factors involved with finding the right procedure for you are goals, skin elasticity and also symmetry (www.genderconfirmation.com/which-surgery-is-for-me/). We do offer free virtual consultations (www.genderconfirmation.com/contact-us/) if you want to explore what your options are
Is there a way to ensure that the scars dont connect? I really don't want that when i get sugery, but i do have a larger chest so im worried that might not really be up to me
That depends on the individual, their anatomy, and the kind of top surgery/results they want. Not everyone has to have one big connected scar. Many can have 2 separate scars. Your best bet would be to schedule a consultation with the surgeon(s) of your choice so that they can give you a specific answer. Different surgeons can also have different opinions about and/or approaches to 1 scar vs 2.
@@spinkboing i was lucky enough to get my drains removed the morning after the surgery! But I had an appointment yesterday and I'm starting nipple graft care now
Hi! I know this is a good few years late so I'm not sure if you're still responding to comments, but are nipple grafts an often optional choice? I definitely plan on getting no nipple gafts in the future since it seems like both less of a hassle for everyone and preferable for me in general. edit- oH nevermind, I just saw the same question in the comment section aha, I'm glad to see it's optional!
Thanks for reaching out! Yes nipple grafts are optional. No nipples are also a popular choice. It is dependent on the patient’s preference. Hope you have a great day!
i have a friend whos dysphoria is so bad i worry he might kill himself. none of us have enough money to help him. what do we do? he is an adult but he still lives with his parents because he is disabled. his parents are transphobic and will not care if he dies.
Thanks for reaching out! So sorry to hear. In the case of an emergency, we recommend calling 911. For crisis intervention and advice, we recommend Trans lifeline. Trans Lifeline can be reached at translifeline.org/
We are glad you found us online, and we hope to see you one day too! Please explore our website www.genderconfirmation.com and share any thoughts you are having. Our team love's to interact with folks while learning!
Hello! This is a really late comment so I'm not sure if anyone's going to answer, but How young can someone be to get Top Surgery? Im 15 at the moment and my main issue is my chest, They're Getting big, they're a little bit uneven and I get alot of pain from them. My #1 dream is to get top surgery as soon as I can get it. Also, I know it costs alot, but my family has very hard time with money so Im really nervous about not being able to pay for it, can social workers/Insurance/whatever Pay if they could? Or does it have to be the family. -Jayce :)
Hi Jayce! Thanks for feeling comfortable to share with us. It is possible for those under the age of 18 to get top surgery. The process is a little more involved than the adult process, though. Our process for adolescent procedures is described here on our website (www.genderconfirmation.com/adolescents/). As for paying for top surgery, there are a number of providers that do cover the procedure! Our insurance advocacy team works with patients to help them understand if and what their insurance provider covers! That information can be found by searching “insurance” on our website. I hope that helps! Let me know if you have further questions :)
Hi thanks so much for your question. Our website goes into detail about each procedure: www.genderconfirmation.com/surgery/double-incision/ and www.genderconfirmation.com/surgery/keyhole/ Regarding double incision v.s keyhole this would be a patient preference, there are different qualifying factors for each procedure based on body type as well.
Thanks for your message, would you be able to be more specific in regards to your question? Are you asking if there would be permanent marks/scars on the chest after surgery? Thank You
Hello doctor! I saw somewhere in the comments that it was possible for a minor to have top surgery if both legal guardians agree to it. I wanted to ask if it was necessary for both legal guardians to agree, can it be one legal guardian? What if it were the case that the second legal guardian isn't uhm I don't know how to explain it... not able to accept. For example, maybe divorce parents.
Do you recommend any Australian surgeons for this type of procedure? I currently have a small amount of cancer forming in my breast which is a pretty obvious sign it's time to get top surgery.
Thanks for reaching out! Due to the nature of your situation, we’d recommend consulting with an oncologist at your soonest convenience to determine best next steps and an appropriate surgeon in your area.
When you get this type of top surgery and you've lost a lot of weight so there's a lot of loose skin, does this affect the end result? And will you still see the stretch marks?
Thank you for your question! Every body is different and incision location, shape, placement, and your own body shape and size as well as your healing process all may impact your end results. If you would like to remove any loose skin on your chest or any other consideration to be made for your surgery, we recommend communicating this with your surgeon during your consultation so that you can come to a more accurate idea of how your skin and stretch marks may be impacted. We hope this helps!
Thanks for your question! Asymmetry and variance of size between both chest areas are quite common. Even with quite uneven sizes this should not affect your eligibility for top surgery. A consultation would be required to officially assess this question and discuss the best option for you. Visit genderconfirmation.com if you would like to schedule a free virtual consultation! I hope this answers your question!
I would like to do this but instead of adding the nipple back, I just don't want it back. Just rekovey breast and the nippes I wanna be flat. Let me know pls if I can choose
A patient can request "no nipples" if they so desire. Keeping one's nipples is not required. Some people choose not to have nipple grafts, but they will get nipples tattooed on later. Others prefer to keep the "blank" look of a chest without nipples.
Hi, thanks for reaching out! In a general sense, we typically do not recommend leaving behind breast tissue to mimic the pec because this tissue is firm and rubbery and doesn't resemble muscle when you touch it (although in photos it might appear like a more muscular chest). A person can choose to leave behind more tissue to have a more full result, but we would seek to set expectations that in actuality if someone is looking for a muscular appearing chest, it might not exactly have that effect. For the most detailed information, we recommend scheduling a consultation with a surgeon. Hope you have a great day!
Thanks for inquiring! The glands and ducts responsible for milk production are removed from the body during surgery. For more information, visit www.genderconfirmation.com/blog/chestfeeding/
Hello sir..... This video is seriously helpfull.... I showed it to my family so that they can understand the procedure as m also planing for this..... Sir can I have ur mail i'd so that I can contact with u bdw by profession m also a doctor.....
Thank you for reaching out! It can vary depending on if the patient has surgery at the surgery center or the hospital, but it is often around $11,000 for out of pocket pay. For patients going through insurance, the amount is quite different typically and varies quite a bit. Feel free to visit us at genderconfirmation.com for more info!
Prices vary based on consultation. If you have insurance we have a an insurance concierge who has a 90% success rate at getting insurance companies to cover the procedure. There's also alternate methods for financing if you don't have health insurance, visit our website if you'd like to find out more! www.genderconfirmation.com/about-us/fees-and-financing/ OR www.genderconfirmation.com/contact-us/
Aradhya singh thank you for your message! We accept many different types of insurance which are listed here: www.genderconfirmation.com/about-us/insurances-accepted/ The cost of surgery if you were using insurance can be found here: www.genderconfirmation.com/about-us/fees-and-financing/
This is a great question and we are glad you found our team while you are considering a learning journey to better understand gender identity. People are born with a set of genomes, and our team works to help people understand the ways in which medical procedures and care can better serve transgender, non-binary and gender expansive people. Please check out our website here and share any questions you have after reading through our content: www.genderconfirmation.com
Prices vary based on consultation. If you have insurance we have a an insurance concierge who has a 90% success rate at getting insurance companies to cover the procedure. There's also alternate methods for financing if you don't have health insurance, visit our website if you'd like to find out more! www.genderconfirmation.com/about-us/fees-and-financing/ OR www.genderconfirmation.com/contact-us/
Thanks for inquiring! Yes, there are folks in this category who may feel that top surgery helps them to feel more internally aligned with their true self.
this guy has me getting hyped for a surgery that im not even on the waiting list for yet 😭
fr tho😭 but atleast nice to see what´ll happen to me in 3-4 years
I just found out today that I'm finally on the waiting list
That's why I'm here 😊
@AbsoluteTrans this is late by a few months but CONGRATS DUDE!!!🎉🎉
I actually just had my top surgery three weeks ago, and tonight while I was little too medicated I started really thinking about my procedure, wondering how the incisions were joined together and how the fat was taken out and whatnot. This was extremely informative and easy to understand (even while high) and it’s made me appreciate the results my surgeon procured even more. I wish I had seen it prior to surgery to discuss more of this with my surgeon, but luckily she did exactly what customizations I would’ve needed without me asking. I’ll definitely be recommending this video to my other pre-op trans masc friends!
Never met such a Intelligent, patient , caring , and well hearted Dr. He Takes his time and is very straight forward about what procedure is best for you and explains in detail why one procedure would be better versus the other . If you are looking to get this procedure done and you’re in California Dr. Mosser is the way to go ! I feel he’s Very under-rated an should be brung to the light a-lot more in trans/gender nonconforming community ! #HereForSuppourt
I feel like I'm one of the only people that are watching this in 2021 just to know what's gonna happen during my own surgery when I get one.
im getting mine september 14th with dr mosser. and it has been an amazing process so far.
@@highbloodeddreams7363 good luck! I hope everything goes well
no cause same
You’re not. I’m hopefully getting it at the beginning of next year
@@highbloodeddreams7363any updates?! would love to hear ❤️
After I found Dr. Mosser, I haven’t found any other surgeon who takes as much time and care to create the best results for his patients. I wish I could travel to San Francisco and get top surgery right now :(
Wow. Thank you so much for the kindness. We understand that not everyone is able to travel for surgery, but if that ever becomes an option, we would love to meet you! :)
@@genderconfirmationcenter1826 I dont think that transgenders and gays or lesbians are going to see God Jesus in heaven. Its written in the bible, in one of Paul's epistles. Please read the bible and repetend before its too late
@@korngreenshut up
@@korngreen get a job
My boyfriend had a double this procedure done by Dr.Mosser highly recommend him! Great video explaining too beats a lot of the other videos with gore in it !
ftm?
I don’t care how bad this hurts I need these lumps of fat and agony gone 😂
why's that ?
@@neomatrix4412 dysphoria, probably?
@@lichofthewoods1132 as a man of culture wow!
When he falls asleep first at the sleepover
I mean, if hes's really a he, he would probably be very hyped to get it
this made me a whole lot less scared of getting this surgery
I cannot wait to come out when I'm 18. I'm saving up my money for T and top surgery. I'm going to come out on my 18th birthday
how did it go?? hope it went well!!
Science and artistic intuition indeed! My surgeon gets 10 score for suturing and a 3 out of 10 for contouring and artistic intuition. So helpful. Thankyou.
im getting top surgery very soon... been waiting so long for this and i find comfort in watching videos about the procedure knowing that i will be in surgery soon
thank you for producing this animated version! getting my surgery in like a day and a half and was curious about the procedure, but don’t quite have the stomach for the live surgery video. even though i couldn’t choose your clinic on my insurance you have been the best resource in preparing myself for surgery 🎉
We’re so glad our videos are helpful! Thank you for your feedback 😊
This by far has been the most professional, considerate, and well thought out video explaining Double Incision that I've ever seen, and believe me I've been looking around. This type of incision is what I believe I will be getting in the future, so it was incredibly helpful to see a diagram of what all happens during surgery. Great video, you're doing fantastic work, Dr.Scott.
Thank you so much for your kind words, I'm very happy this was helpful to you. We're releasing new videos soon, so if you haven't already please subscribe so you can stay updated with these types of videos!
@@genderconfirmationcenter1826 Done and done. : )
Thank you so much for this.
You're so welcome! I hope you have the opportunity to look around at the rest of our resources at www.genderconfirmation.com
These videos are incredibly helpful and informative. Thank you so much for this information.
Moblie number plz
I’m hoping to get top surgery one day, thank you for making this video so I can better understand it
im 14 , getting it on the 5th ! hope the scars aren't so bad.
14?! Holy fuck! Really?
how what the fuck
Luke Winchester yo how’d it go?
Bruh your honestly so lucky. How did it go?
Where did you get it? I’m 15 rn
You making these videos is so amazing, and it helps me so much, thank you
I'm so happy that these have been helpful for you! Thank you for reaching out! Visit www.genderconfirmation.com/ftm-videos/ for more videos and information.
Wow. This was flagged. Wtf is wrong with people?
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I have about the same size breasts as that image on the “before” SO THIS WAS REALLY HELPFUL!! I don’t know if or when I’ll get surgery. I really really really want it because I’m always in pain from my breasts and have major dysphoria and I’m not comfortable ever. But this surgery is such a humongous step and life altering event. Thank you so much for your very thorough explanation. I’m 19 but know nothing about this stuff and really wanted to get educated on these procedures
I just got my top surgery yesterday with one of the people he trained, Doctor Faque. was awesome
Why is this age restricted ugh
Hi Maxon, you may have more luck by visiting our website:www.genderconfirmation.com/ftm-videos/ There is also a wealth of other resources on there. Best of luck!
Hi Maxon,
Yes I apologize for that, that's UA-cam rules.
Our website www.genderconfirmation.com/surgery/ has all of the video information in picture form.
People are scared of floating nipples
there are graphic images thats why
Ftm top surgery cost
this is really great! thank you for making these
Thank you for watching! Our website has a ton of information as well if you get a chance:www.genderconfirmation.com/
Thank you, this was extremely informative and good to know!
Thank you for the feedback! I'm glad that this was helpful :)
All of your videos are very helpful, because I am very confused on most surgeries and I love how you explain them! Thank you for helping clear my confusion
Thank you so much for your comment and we are very glad to know that our videos are helping you understand more about gender affirming surgery! Please consider checking out our website (www.genderconfirmation.com) where we have shared written content and additional animated videos that could be helpful to you as well :)
These videos are so helpful. Although I’m 13, I hope to undergo surgery with Dr. Mosser when I am an adult.
This makes my boobs hurt to watch, props to trans men for doing what looks scary to be able to live more true to themselves!
It's not only trans who do it but people with heavy breasts that can cause back pain and make them uncomfortable.
@@gamfowlstag true, but as far as I know most non-trans people with heavy breasts tend to opt for a reduction, not a total removal as seen here.
1:49 The nipple flying off the chest made me burst out laughing. Idk why that’s just so funny to me 😂
I love how the nipple just floats away 😆 I just had top surgery without a nipple graft. I haven't seen my chest yet but I'm excited to!
Hey how much do you charge for top surgery? I’m playing to get it soon
Hey Dr. Mosser, I have a couple questions that I don’t think you covered in your videos.
1) Is it possible to be put under with gas before inserting an iv or needle into your patent? Many of us with fears of needles and anxiety are needing to know. I understand it differs from doctor to doctor on whether they are willing to do it or not, but I would like to know if this is possible.
2) Does the patient’s period affect the result? My chest gets tender and achy when it’s shark week for me. I also notice the chest itself has a different texture to it. Does it matter if your chest is sore?
Thank you for your time
-Luke
Hi Luke,
I’m really glad you reached out to us here with these questions and I’ve done my best to answer them as clearly as possible. Please share any more questions that come to mind.
In regard to your question about your period, one’s period does not affect the result - the breast tissue is removed regardless.
With regards to needles, we let the anesthesiologists decide what is necessary. We find that after a conversation with the anesthesiologist, patients virtually never need additional help, as the insertion of an IV by a competent individual is (the vast majority of the time) both relatively painless and quite simple.
I hope this provides the clarity you were looking for!
How old must one be to get this surgery? I am turning 14 in April , my cheat dysphoria has been getting really bad. Do you think I could get it in a year or two? Or do I have to be an adult?
Thank you for your question and I'm sorry to hear about your worsening chest dysphoria. Dr. Mosser does perform top surgery on folks under 18 but the process is different due to the patient being a minor. Here's information on the process of getting top surgery at his practice if you're under the age of 18 www.genderconfirmation.com/adolescents/
Thank you
how i go to u doc? and whats is the requirments? and how much money be paid or els?
Hi there! We are located in San Francisco, California. You can find information about out-of-pocket pricing here (www.genderconfirmation.com/about-us/fees-and-financing/). Many insurance providers do cover the cost & financing is available.
im non binary and im def getting this
is top surgery okay with bigger patients?
Yes we don't have a weight limit or body mass index limit. Only medical problems will stand in the way of surgery.
Dr. Scott Mosser, Transgender FTM Top Surgery-Surgeon I have sleep apnea I was told I need a special way of being put out during my most recent Surgery would that matter with this surgery?
Hi Teegan, my name's Charity Rose and I assist Dr. Mosser with a variety of projects (including social media). Since I'm not on the medical side of things I'd like to have our patient coordinator reach out to you. Would you mind emailing me at 'charity@genderconfirmation.com' with your question and I'll forward it to the appropriate folks? Thanks!
I'll be getting this surgery with Dr Mosser in 12 days. I am absolutely ecstatic and cannot wait. If anyone wants to know anything, feel free to reply in 12 days lol
how's recovery going? soreness, swelling? sleep? your scars?
@@santaskiddo7503 Recovery is going great! Im only slightly sore if I over exert myself, swelling is so minimal I dont notice it anymore, I sleep great, and my scars are beginning to fade and flatten
Hopefully you'll be able to get to this but, I'm pretty over weight and one of biggest concerns is my chest looking weird if it were to be completely flat because cis men will have a bit more fat on their chest if they're overweight. Do you suggest I lose weight before looking into surgery or is it something I don't have to worry about? Also, will being overweight affect the result?
This is a great topic to bring into discussion! It's always suggested that folks try to get to their most healthy weight before top surgery. It's true that some FTM/N surgeons have weight or body mass index (BMI) requirements and some do not. Why is there a difference in opinion/practice? Some FTM/N top surgery doctors have a weight or BMI requires primarily because of literature studies that have revealed increased complications with tummy tuck surgery or breast reduction in patients with a higher weight or BMI index. At Dr. Mosser’s practice he hasn’t seen those risks carry over so he does not have a weight or BMI cut off. He has performed top surgery on folks with BMI’s as high as the 40 and 60 range with good results. I hope this provides some encouragement and let us know if you have any other questions!
thank you for making this !! i´m hoping to have top surgery someday. and now i am hyped !!
I really want the surgery but I'm scared, but I know if I don't do it I will hate my body forever.
I hear you. That's a totally valid feeling. Choosing to undergo top surgery is a major & deeply personal decision. It is common for folks to experience some discomfort when thinking about surgery. I would encourage you to check out our #AllOfUs posts on Instagram to learn more about patients' experiences with top surgery :)
@@genderconfirmationcenter1826 I'll make sure to check
Thanks for this video. I noticed it's from 7 years ago. Have you/Could you make a similar video using a model with a higher BMI? I know that you specifically don't operate on people over a certain BMI, but I'm slightly above it and have a surgerry date in January. It's really hard to gauge what I might look like when all of the models used are in perfect shape/health. Thanks.
That's a great suggestion! I'll definitely submit that when we create new versions of these videos. It's important to show a variety of body types.
We do have a lot of Before and After photos for people of various body types on our website and Instagram pages. (Our IG: @genderconfirmationcenter)
The GCC doesn't have BMI limits for *top surgery* or *facial surgery,* but we do for other procedures. Each surgeon/office has their own guidelines, though.
www.genderconfirmation.com/blog/body-mass-index/
thanks for the tutorial
You know that doctor mosser knows what he is talking about if the before pictures have chest hair
Is it possible to choose not having nipples reattached?
Hi! Thanks for reaching out. Yes many patients opt for ‘no nipples’. For more information on this, feel free to visit: www.genderconfirmation.com/areola-excision-top-surgery/
thank you so much for this video
Thank you so much for watching! Be sure to visit www.genderconfirmation.com to learn more about what resources are out there.
I’m have too surgery on December 5th! Very amazing explanation. I had a question. The tips of my nipples are larger and don’t look like most men’s. They are average for a woman but big for a man. Do the tips have to look the same on my nipple grafts or do some surgeons trim them down to a size that looks more masculine?
I really wish I could get this but I'm only 14, closeted in a transphobic household and very dysphoric
Thank you for reaching out.
For support for youth, we recommend the following organizations.
Trevor Lifeline
Toll-free: 866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386)
Hours: 7 days a week, 24 hours a day
www.thetrevorproject.org
Confidential suicide and crisis counseling for LGBTQ teens and young adults. Text and instant messaging options are available on the website.
Trans Lifeline
Toll-free: 877-565-8860
Hours: 7 am-1 am PST / 9 am-3 am CST / 10 am-4 am EST
www.translifeline.org
Peer support hotline that is run by and for trans people.
LGBT National Youth Talkline
800-246-PRIDE (800-246-7743)
Hours: Monday-Friday 1 pm-9 pm PST / 4 pm-12 am EST, Saturday 9 am-2 pm PST / 12 pm-5 pm EST
help@LGBThotline.org
www.glbthotline.org/youth-talkline.html
Peer support and resources for LGBTQ teens and young adults.
Additionally: here are some resources that may also be of help:
Centerlink
954-765-6024
www.lgbtcenters.org
Directory of community centers for LGBT people.
Transgender Care Listings
www.transcaresite.org
Directory of trans-friendly health care professionals.
Trans Youth Equality Foundation
www.transyouthequality.org
Resources for transgender teens and young adults.
PFLAG
202-467-8180
www.pflag.org
Network of communities for LGBTQ people, parents, and friends.
Gender Spectrum
510-788-4412
www.genderspectrum.org
Organization that supports gender expansive children, teens, and their families.
Sending you our support and best of wishes! Feel free to reach out anytime. ♥️
To you have to have the nipples added back on? My genderfluid and just like.. I hate them, they make me feel sick, I've seen a few ppl not have them but is that the done thing in the UK? And how would I go about asking for that?
Thanks for inquiring! Double incision with no nipples is a common option at our office. For more info, free to visit www.genderconfirmation.com/no-nipples/
This Helps thanks
How much time it will take to recover
This can be a little bit different for everyone, but generally someone is "healed" at about 12 months after the top surgery procedure. Dr. Mosser's Gender Confirmation Center has resources including a recovery timeline, nipple graft healing timeline and many more specific details about the recovery process here: www.genderconfirmation.com/?s=recovery+timeline
Hello i am in uganda so how can i aceess your service
Hi, thank you for your question! We are located in San Francisco, CA but many people from around the world come to receive our services. You would likely set up a surgery date during a time that you will be able to leave Uganda and fly to SF. Let me know if you have any questions or need further support with this! You can also check out our website at www.genderconfirmation.com 😊
I have this surgery tomorrow...... so excited
I chosed no nipple so its gonna take less time and its easier. Omg im so excited that i made it this far
I’ve been told that people can only get these surgeries if they’re a trans male, but are they allowed for non-binary people AFAB? (What I mean is that I’ve been told that people only get approval if they’re a trans male, explaining my confusion about this)
The Gender Confirmation Center offers many gender affirming medical procedures, all available to any gender expansive individual. We have had a number of non-binary identifying patients who were able to find a procedure that suits them best.
In regards to insurance, this can absolutely be a tricky process to navigate and approval is up to the specific provider. We have an entire insurance advocacy team available to our patients to help them through the process - the team can be reached here :
www.genderconfirmation.com/contact-us/
I will first loss all the extra weight i have so i don't have to go through the cutting surgery
I don't want scars and pain..
And keyhole surgery can only be done on small boobs
I am gonna start running for losing chest fat 👍🏻
I was wondering about these kind of surgeries. Is it possible to have a flat chest without the nipple being placed back? Because if that is possible i would want that
Absolutely! We've had tons of folks request no nipples as the outcome of their surgery. Presentation outcomes can be discussed with Dr. Mosser or Dr. Facque during a consultation. We have a bunch of before & after images without nipples on our website-- consider checking those out for more inspiration :)
www.genderconfirmation.com/gallery/double-incision-ftm-chest-surgery/
How long would it take to heal after this surgery?
Great question! Though the first few days of recovery should be spent resting, you are encouraged to move around. However, you should initially minimize many other physical activities, especially raising your arms or lifting over 5 lbs. Taking it easy will minimize pain, discomfort and other possible complications after surgery. Typically patients resume non-physical activities after 8-10 days. Here's more information on timelines around after surgery: www.genderconfirmation.com/techniques-ftm/after-surgery/
Would the person having a VP shunt be a disqualifier?
Dr Mosser wanted me to share this answer: "I have performed DI FNG surgery with someone with a VP shunt. Keyhole would be very difficult to do and might not be possible. We would do this in coordination with the neurosurgeon and have a plan with that person in case anything happened to the shunt during surgery. In the case we performed, the shunt was seen clearly and was unaffected by surgery."
Thank you for the great informative video. Getting top surgery in 4 days 🥳🥳🥳
Hi i have a breast size of c38
So is this a kind of surgery for me.?
Quience Pillai thanks for your question! Double incision is a popular choice for a lot of folks regardless of chest size. Other factors involved with finding the right procedure for you are goals, skin elasticity and also symmetry (www.genderconfirmation.com/which-surgery-is-for-me/). We do offer free virtual consultations (www.genderconfirmation.com/contact-us/) if you want to explore what your options are
Is there a way to ensure that the scars dont connect? I really don't want that when i get sugery, but i do have a larger chest so im worried that might not really be up to me
That depends on the individual, their anatomy, and the kind of top surgery/results they want. Not everyone has to have one big connected scar. Many can have 2 separate scars. Your best bet would be to schedule a consultation with the surgeon(s) of your choice so that they can give you a specific answer. Different surgeons can also have different opinions about and/or approaches to 1 scar vs 2.
I wish it wasn't so expensive. :(
watching this a week after i had my surgery to see how it was done 😭
SAME
@@AlexMartinez-nn2cm yesterday i got my last drained removed, wbu?
@@spinkboing i was lucky enough to get my drains removed the morning after the surgery! But I had an appointment yesterday and I'm starting nipple graft care now
Hi! I know this is a good few years late so I'm not sure if you're still responding to comments, but are nipple grafts an often optional choice? I definitely plan on getting no nipple gafts in the future since it seems like both less of a hassle for everyone and preferable for me in general.
edit- oH nevermind, I just saw the same question in the comment section aha, I'm glad to see it's optional!
Thanks for reaching out! Yes nipple grafts are optional. No nipples are also a popular choice. It is dependent on the patient’s preference. Hope you have a great day!
Thanks 😊
i have a friend whos dysphoria is so bad i worry he might kill himself. none of us have enough money to help him. what do we do?
he is an adult but he still lives with his parents because he is disabled. his parents are transphobic and will not care if he dies.
Thanks for reaching out! So sorry to hear. In the case of an emergency, we recommend calling 911. For crisis intervention and advice, we recommend Trans lifeline. Trans Lifeline can be reached at translifeline.org/
I hope I'll see you one day
We are glad you found us online, and we hope to see you one day too! Please explore our website www.genderconfirmation.com and share any thoughts you are having. Our team love's to interact with folks while learning!
Flat chest *and* rad scars? Sign me the f up!
Hello! This is a really late comment so I'm not sure if anyone's going to answer, but How young can someone be to get Top Surgery? Im 15 at the moment and my main issue is my chest, They're Getting big, they're a little bit uneven and I get alot of pain from them. My #1 dream is to get top surgery as soon as I can get it. Also, I know it costs alot, but my family has very hard time with money so Im really nervous about not being able to pay for it, can social workers/Insurance/whatever Pay if they could? Or does it have to be the family.
-Jayce :)
Hi Jayce! Thanks for feeling comfortable to share with us. It is possible for those under the age of 18 to get top surgery. The process is a little more involved than the adult process, though. Our process for adolescent procedures is described here on our website (www.genderconfirmation.com/adolescents/).
As for paying for top surgery, there are a number of providers that do cover the procedure! Our insurance advocacy team works with patients to help them understand if and what their insurance provider covers! That information can be found by searching “insurance” on our website. I hope that helps! Let me know if you have further questions :)
update ?
Can you have double incision top surgery without using drains???
Thanks for reaching out! Feel feel to visit www.genderconfirmation.com/drains for more info. Hope you have a great day!
What's the biggest risk with a double incision?
Why would you recommend a double incision as opposed to a Keyhole operation?
Hi thanks so much for your question. Our website goes into detail about each procedure: www.genderconfirmation.com/surgery/double-incision/ and www.genderconfirmation.com/surgery/keyhole/ Regarding double incision v.s keyhole this would be a patient preference, there are different qualifying factors for each procedure based on body type as well.
Sir ....after surgery... there is any scratch mark is our body?
Thanks for your message, would you be able to be more specific in regards to your question? Are you asking if there would be permanent marks/scars on the chest after surgery? Thank You
That's pretty cool. I'm considering binding instead though lol
Hello doctor! I saw somewhere in the comments that it was possible for a minor to have top surgery if both legal guardians agree to it. I wanted to ask if it was necessary for both legal guardians to agree, can it be one legal guardian? What if it were the case that the second legal guardian isn't uhm I don't know how to explain it... not able to accept. For example, maybe divorce parents.
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Do you recommend any Australian surgeons for this type of procedure? I currently have a small amount of cancer forming in my breast which is a pretty obvious sign it's time to get top surgery.
Thanks for reaching out! Due to the nature of your situation, we’d recommend consulting with an oncologist at your soonest convenience to determine best next steps and an appropriate surgeon in your area.
@@genderconfirmationcenter1826 Thank you, also the surgery is scheduled for 8 days so everything is now sorted 👍
Great 👍
When you get this type of top surgery and you've lost a lot of weight so there's a lot of loose skin, does this affect the end result? And will you still see the stretch marks?
Thank you for your question! Every body is different and incision location, shape, placement, and your own body shape and size as well as your healing process all may impact your end results. If you would like to remove any loose skin on your chest or any other consideration to be made for your surgery, we recommend communicating this with your surgeon during your consultation so that you can come to a more accurate idea of how your skin and stretch marks may be impacted. We hope this helps!
My chest is quite uneven size wise, would i still be able to get surgery? (Im not in the spot financially at the moment, just curious)
Thanks for your question! Asymmetry and variance of size between both chest areas are quite common. Even with quite uneven sizes this should not affect your eligibility for top surgery. A consultation would be required to officially assess this question and discuss the best option for you. Visit genderconfirmation.com if you would like to schedule a free virtual consultation! I hope this answers your question!
@@genderconfirmationcenter1826 thank you Dr. Scott! When i get my funds together, you're gonna be a first choice!
I would like to do this but instead of adding the nipple back, I just don't want it back. Just rekovey breast and the nippes I wanna be flat. Let me know pls if I can choose
Hello! Thank you for inquiring. Yes no nipples are another popular option. Feel free to visit www.genderconfirmation.com/no-nipples/ for more info!
getting DI on nov 5th!
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I had a mastectomy and Can you tell me why i dont have nipples i only have the aerole graft….
Hi! Thanks for reaching out. I’d recommend reaching out to your surgeon’s office. They will be able to advise.
Wait so u can also just, not have nipples?
A patient can request "no nipples" if they so desire. Keeping one's nipples is not required. Some people choose not to have nipple grafts, but they will get nipples tattooed on later. Others prefer to keep the "blank" look of a chest without nipples.
Hi. Is it necessary to leave a small amount of breast tissue behind in order to achieve a natural masculine looking pec?
Hi, thanks for reaching out! In a general sense, we typically do not recommend leaving behind breast tissue to mimic the pec because this tissue is firm and rubbery and doesn't resemble muscle when you touch it (although in photos it might appear like a more muscular chest). A person can choose to leave behind more tissue to have a more full result, but we would seek to set expectations that in actuality if someone is looking for a muscular appearing chest, it might not exactly have that effect. For the most detailed information, we recommend scheduling a consultation with a surgeon. Hope you have a great day!
@@genderconfirmationcenter1826 OK good to know thank you! I was wondering if taking out 100% would look unnatural since cis me have some.
What happens to milk ducts ?
Thanks for inquiring! The glands and ducts responsible for milk production are removed from the body during surgery. For more information, visit www.genderconfirmation.com/blog/chestfeeding/
Hello sir..... This video is seriously helpfull.... I showed it to my family so that they can understand the procedure as m also planing for this..... Sir can I have ur mail i'd so that I can contact with u bdw by profession m also a doctor.....
Hello, I'm happy that this video helped you! You can contact us via info@genderconfirmation.com
how much do cost on top surgery doc
Thanks for reaching out! For out-of-pocket pay, it’s about $11,000. For insurance patients, it’s often $2,000-$4,000 after insurance.
how much general cost
How much the cost for surgery in brest to become man brest thank you in advance for response
Thank you for reaching out! It can vary depending on if the patient has surgery at the surgery center or the hospital, but it is often around $11,000 for out of pocket pay. For patients going through insurance, the amount is quite different typically and varies quite a bit. Feel free to visit us at genderconfirmation.com for more info!
How much for top surgery
Prices vary based on consultation. If you have insurance we have a an insurance concierge who has a 90% success rate at getting insurance companies to cover the procedure. There's also alternate methods for financing if you don't have health insurance, visit our website if you'd like to find out more! www.genderconfirmation.com/about-us/fees-and-financing/ OR www.genderconfirmation.com/contact-us/
Cost of Double incision sergery?????
Aradhya singh thank you for your message! We accept many different types of insurance which are listed here: www.genderconfirmation.com/about-us/insurances-accepted/
The cost of surgery if you were using insurance can be found here: www.genderconfirmation.com/about-us/fees-and-financing/
Can you go from female to non binary, or male to non binary?
Or are you just born non binary or born female or male?
This is a great question and we are glad you found our team while you are considering a learning journey to better understand gender identity. People are born with a set of genomes, and our team works to help people understand the ways in which medical procedures and care can better serve transgender, non-binary and gender expansive people. Please check out our website here and share any questions you have after reading through our content: www.genderconfirmation.com
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Cant afford its only my dream
Doesnt this cost 10,000$?
Prices vary based on consultation. If you have insurance we have a an insurance concierge who has a 90% success rate at getting insurance companies to cover the procedure. There's also alternate methods for financing if you don't have health insurance, visit our website if you'd like to find out more! www.genderconfirmation.com/about-us/fees-and-financing/ OR www.genderconfirmation.com/contact-us/
Why is there 666 likes wtf lmao
Question: Can a straight girl have top surgery? A online- (female) friend was thinking about it…
Thanks for inquiring! Yes, there are folks in this category who may feel that top surgery helps them to feel more internally aligned with their true self.