Overview

There are distinct differences between the shape of the male and female bodies. For many transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals, their physical appearance may not align with their gender identity, causing significant distress and discomfort. Gender affirmation body procedures transform and restructure the body’s contours to create an outward appearance that better reflects one's inner self.

Summary

Procedure time
1 to 5 hours
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Overnight stay
Sometimes required
Anesthetic
Anesthetic
Local or general
Recovery time
Recovery time
4-6 weeks

Types of Body Procedures

Abdominoplasty

An abdominoplasty, or a “tummy tuck,” is surgery to eliminate excess fat and skin on the abdomen. A full abdominoplasty can also improve stretch marks and tighten core muscles to create a more sculpted midsection and develop your preferred physique.

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Liposuction

Liposuction is a surgical technique for removing fat from under the skin by suction. The most popular cosmetic plastic surgery procedure, liposuction targets specific areas to give the body a more toned or firm appearance that corresponds with your gender identity.

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Body Contouring

Body contouring is a procedure that tightens sagging skin and fatty tissue. For patients seeking to alter their profile and frame, body contouring reshapes and resizes the body’s contours to look traditionally masculine or feminine.

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Vein Procedures (for varicose/spider veins)

Our board-certified plastic surgeons offer an array of procedures to resolve vein concerns, including varicose and spider veins. Often an unwanted side effect of hormone therapy, we can successfully treat your painful or unsightly veins.

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Am I a

Candidate for Body Procedures?

The ideal gender affirming body procedure candidate is a person above 18 years of age in good mental and physical health who wishes to change their body’s proportions to affirm their gender identity. Candidates are typically looking to masculinize or feminize one or more of the following features:

  • Arms
  • Stomach
  • Hips
  • Buttocks
  • Legs
  • Ankles
  • Waist
  • Love handles
  • Thighs
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Consultation

The Plastic Surgery Center offers confidential gender-affirming body procedure consultations at all of our locations. Overall, the goal of a consultation for gender affirmation body procedures is to provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision about whether the treatment is right for you, and to ensure that you are prepared both physically and emotionally for the process. During the consultation, your surgeon will thoroughly evaluate your medical history, mental health, and emotional support system in addition to your body, skin quality, and ongoing transition goals before recommending a treatment plan tailored to your needs.

Questions
about this procedure?

What to Expect

All gender-affirming body procedures are performed under general or local anesthesia and usually don’t require an overnight stay. Depending on the size of the area being treated, the surgery will last one to five hours. Following surgery, you may have a surgical drain to remove blood and fluid.

 

You may also be asked to wear compression garments on the treated area. Soreness, swelling, tenderness, and bruising are expected and usually subside within several weeks. Most people can resume regular activities within 10 to 14 days, but should avoid strenuous activity for four to six weeks.  

Recovery &
Results

The initial bruising and swelling that takes place following surgery typically begin to resolve within two weeks. Compression garments can usually be removed after six weeks. It can take up to six months to fully heal, but many patients see noticeable changes well before that time.  

To maximize both recovery and results, closely follow your surgeon’s directions and attend follow-up appointments.

Meet Our

Gender Affirmation Surgeons in NJ

Our superior plastic surgeons are dedicated to achieving your aesthetic goals. Using our advanced training, skills, and techniques, we can refine your body to better reflect who you are and how you wish to be seen.

Hamid Abdollahi
PHYSICIAN

Hamid Abdollahi

MD, FACS
Peter  Andrawes
PHYSICIAN

Peter Andrawes

MD
Russell Ashinoff
PHYSICIAN

Russell Ashinoff

MD, FACS
Eric I.  Chang
PHYSICIAN

Eric I. Chang

MD, FACS
Kari L.  Colen
PHYSICIAN

Kari L. Colen

MD, FACS
Joseph Dayan
PHYSICIAN

Joseph Dayan

MD
Stephen Dudick
PHYSICIAN

Stephen Dudick

MD
Andrew Elkwood
PHYSICIAN

Andrew Elkwood

MD, FACS
Patrick Greaney
PHYSICIAN

Patrick Greaney

MD, FACS
Ritwik Grover
PHYSICIAN

Ritwik Grover

MD, FACS
Sean Herman
PHYSICIAN

Sean Herman

MD, FACS
Zuhaib Ibrahim
PHYSICIAN

Zuhaib Ibrahim

MD, FACS
Reza Jarrahy
PHYSICIAN

Reza Jarrahy

MD, FACS, FAAP
Matthew  Kaufman
PHYSICIAN

Matthew Kaufman

MD, FACS
Chris Lakhiani
PHYSICIAN

Chris Lakhiani

MD, FACS
Matthew Lynch
PHYSICIAN

Matthew Lynch

MD
Ahmed Nasser
PHYSICIAN

Ahmed Nasser

MD
Robert T. Nevitt III
PHYSICIAN

Robert T. Nevitt III

MD
Tushar Patel
PHYSICIAN

Tushar Patel

MD, FACS
Sidney Rabinowitz
PHYSICIAN

Sidney Rabinowitz

MD, FACS
Deepak Ramesh
PHYSICIAN

Deepak Ramesh

MD
David Rayfield
PHYSICIAN

David Rayfield

MD
Michael Rose
PHYSICIAN

Michael Rose

MD, FACS
Adam Saad
PHYSICIAN

Adam Saad

MD, FACS
Tzvi Small
PHYSICIAN

Tzvi Small

MD, FACS
Mohit Sood
PHYSICIAN

Mohit Sood

DO
Hakan Usal
PHYSICIAN

Hakan Usal

MD
Jonathan Weiswasser
PHYSICIAN

Jonathan Weiswasser

MD, FACS
Eric Wimmers
PHYSICIAN

Eric Wimmers

MD, FACS
Mark Yazid
PHYSICIAN

Mark Yazid

MD, FACS
Karen Kaplan
PHYSICIAN

Karen Kaplan

MD
Lauren Otaguro
PHYSICIAN

Lauren Otaguro

MD
Frank Ciminello
PHYSICIAN

Frank Ciminello

MD, FACS
Edward Hahn
PHYSICIAN

Edward Hahn

MD
Adam Feintisch
PHYSICIAN

Adam Feintisch

MD

Financing & Insurance

Most insurance providers offer coverage for gender affirmation procedures and medically necessary transition-related care. While gender-affirming body procedures are typically considered elective cosmetic procedures, it's possible that some or all of the costs may be covered by your insurance. We will work with you and your health insurer to obtain the approvals for your covered surgical procedures.

Our Process

01
schedule
Schedule a Consultation

During your consultation, our expert surgeons will listen and work with you to fully understand the look you wish to achieve.

02
explore-options
Explore
Your Options

We will review and explain all of your cosmetic options and identify which procedure is right for you.

03
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Start Your Transformation

Our friendly and compassionate staff and physicians will guide you through the entire process, answer all of your questions and alleviate any concerns.

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Atlantic City 1128 Atlantic Avenue Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Brick 74 Brick Blvd, Building 4, Suite 205 Brick, NJ 08723
Bridgewater-Greymark 1200 US Rt 22 E, Suite 19 Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Cape May Court House 106 Court House South Dennis Road, Building 200, Suite 200 Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
Doylestown 700 West State Street, Suite 100 Doylestown, PA 18901
East Brunswick 192 Summer Hill Rd, Suite 201 East Brunswick, NJ 08816
East Windsor 300B Princeton-Hightstown Rd, Suite 101 East Windsor, NJ 08512
Edison 80 James St, 2nd Floor Edison, NJ 08820
Egg Harbor Township 4096 English Creek Ave Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Flemington 194 NJ-31, Pavilion 2, Suite 102 Flemington, NJ 08822
Florham Park 83 Hanover Rd, Suite 260 Florham Park, NJ 07932
Freehold 3499 Route 9 North, Suite 1A Freehold, NJ 07728
Glen Rock 208 Harristown Road,
Second Floor, Suite 201 Glen Rock, NJ 07452
Hackensack 20 Prospect Ave, Suite 903, 9th Floor Hackensack, NJ 07601
Hackettstown 57 Route 46E, Suite 201 Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Hammonton 219 N White Horse Pike, Suite 104 Hammonton, NJ 08037
Hopewell 1 Capital Way, Suite 390 Pennington, NJ 08534
Lehigh Valley 1401 Fairmont St Whitehall, PA 18052
Linwood 222 New Rd, Building 6, Suite 603 Linwood, NJ 08221
Manahawkin 517 NJ-72, Suite K Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Marlton 11 Eves Dr, Suite 170 Marlton, NJ 08053
Maywood 113 W. Essex Street , Suite 204 Maywood, NJ 07607
Montclair 1 Bay Ave, Suite 4 Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
Montgomery 700 W Germantown Pike, Suite 200 Montgomery, PA 19401
Neptune 19 Davis Ave, 7th Floor Neptune , NJ 07753
Paramus 305 Rt 17 S, Suite 3-100A Paramus, NJ 07652
Phoenixville 826 Main St, Suite 203 Phoenixville, PA 19460
Red Bank 331 Newman Springs Rd, Building 2
First Floor, STE 200 Red Bank, NJ 07701
Rockland County 257 Lafayette Ave , Suite 200 Suffern, NY 10901
Union 950 West Chestnut St, Suite 102 Union, NJ 07083
Westwood 260 Old Hook Rd, Suite 304 Westwood, NJ 07675

Financing & Insurance

Plastic surgery is an investment. Our dedicated staff is happy to help patientsnavigate insurance coverage and understand the costs and financing of care.

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Attain Your Ideal Image

You deserve to have your outer appearance reflect your inner self.  Our world-class surgeons can help. Contact us today to start your transformative journey. 

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