Adam’s Apple Correction

Adam’s Apple (“V” shaped structure in upper neck) is also known as Laryngeal Prominence.
Tracheal Shave is also known as Adam’s Apple Correction/Reduction. In medical terms, it is also known by the name of ‘Chondrolaryngoplasty’. The trans women planning to get the gender change surgery can be benefited through the Adam’s Apple Correction. In many cases, the adam’s apple is considered an embarrassment to the women. Whether you wish to get it done alone or with other facial feminization surgery, it is up to you. This procedure is the key to making the shape more feminine.
Do you wish to make your feminine look better? To feel that confidence in yourself, you should schedule your consultation with one of the known facial feminization surgeons Dr. C Vijay Kumar. At VJ’s Transgender Clinic you will get a customized solution for adam’s apple correction male to female surgery to make yourself feel confident about yourself, just the way you always wanted.

How is Adam’s apple in men and women different?

No doubt, it exists in both but it’s more prominent in males. But, we cannot deny the fact it is one of the notable differences in both. That small bump on the upper neck is referred to as ‘Adam’s Apple’ and in the male, it does project slightly forward. You can say that it is one of the key factors in masculine appearance. If you are about to begin your transitioning process, then this is something worth considering.

Adam’s Apple Correction Surgery in Vizag

Adam’s Apple reduction male to female sex change surgery comes under the category of facial feminization. Its surgical approach includes shaving down the tracheal to make it have the necessary size and give your throat that feminine look you want. There are 2 techniques to get the adam’s apple correction:

Indirect approach

During this approach, the surgeon will make a horizontal incision under the chin which allows the vertical throat muscles to separate themselves, and cartilage is seen. This surgical option works great in camouflaging scars as it is not in the front of the neck. So, this makes it less visible and blends in with the skin. Moreover, the scar will not move as you speak or swallow something.

Direct approach

During this approach, an incision is made on the thyroid cartilage. This procedure will leave a noticeable scar on the top of the voice box as well as the front. Moreover, as you speak or swallow the scar can move easily.

Did you know?

This surgical approach is not going to change the pitch of the voice permanently. In case, your concern is to change the voice pitch then your approach should be to get the ‘Voice Feminization Speech Therapy’.

What is the surgical procedure for Adam’s apple correction surgery?

No doubt, the process is simple but it does require effort. Here are the steps performed for the same:

The surgeon will have a look at the cartilage to be removed so that no vocal cords are damaged.
To begin with the surgery, the needle is placed from the outer area which goes inside the cartilage to the point where cartilage needs to be removed. The endoscope is used to see whether the needle reaches the necessary area or not. This approach is the most important part of the surgery’s success.
This approach is performed under general anesthesia and just 30 minutes are needed to perform it.

NOTE

No doubt, the scar is hidden as it is under the chin. But, one year down the line you can see a narrow white line.
Dr. C Vijay Kumar Years of expertise will make the facial feminization surgery perform successfully
As much as we can focus upon the surgery must be performed under the skills of the board-certified and experienced surgeon. This is your route to get the results as needed as well as natural-looking. Dr. C Vijay Kumar at Vj’s Transgender Clinic will make you have the blend of experience, success, innovation, and modern methods to perform the procedure. S, for satisfactory results, you know whom you have to trust upon. Dr. C Vijay Kumar having more than 40 years of experience in advanced and up to date technology will benefit you by:

Limits the risk of the thyroid cartilage growing back
No noticeable scar is seen on the top
Avoid a scar that is noticeable during swallowing and speech
The risk of voice damage is reduced

Bear in mind, that recovery is different for every patient. So, there is not a set timeline. Although it can take a few months or even a year for you to see the results you want.