Achieve a more traditionally masculine neck profile with Adam’s apple enhancement, curated for transmasculine and gender-diverse individuals seeking visible throat prominence. At Transitions, our expert surgeons—Dr. Leif Rogers and Dr. Walter J. Joseph—use advanced techniques to create natural, aesthetic results tailored to your identity and personal transition goals.
Create an Adam’s Apple and Affirm Your Identity
Adam’s apple enhancement is a gender-affirming surgery that increases the prominence of the thyroid cartilage to create a more traditionally masculine neck contour. Also known as tracheal augmentation, this procedure is often chosen by transmasculine individuals or anyone seeking to emphasize a sharper, more defined silhouette. The goal is to enhance the Adam’s apple in a way that appears natural and harmonizes with your overall facial and neck structure.
The Adam’s apple is a visible projection of the thyroid cartilage that tends to be larger in individuals assigned male at birth due to hormonal influences during puberty. During surgery, a cartilage graft—typically harvested from your rib—is carefully shaped and secured to your existing thyroid cartilage. Our surgeons meticulously position the graft to achieve a natural-looking enhancement that complements your anatomy and affirms your gender identity.
Adam's Apple Enhancement Can Address These Concerns:
- Lacking visible prominence in the throat area
- Feeling that the neck appears too smooth or androgynous
- Wanting a more traditionally masculine profile
- Desire to align physical features with gender identity
Do I Qualify for Adam's Apple Enhancement?
You may be a good candidate for Adam’s apple enhancement if you’re seeking a more defined throat contour or feel that a visible Adam’s apple would better align with your gender identity. This procedure is often chosen by transmasculine and gender-diverse individuals who want to achieve a more traditionally masculine neck profile.
During your consultation at Transitions, our surgeons will evaluate your anatomy, review your aesthetic goals, and discuss any relevant medical history to determine if this procedure is right for you. Using advanced imaging and a personalized approach, we’ll work with you to develop a surgical plan that supports your vision and delivers natural-looking, affirming results.
What Are the Benefits of Adam's Apple Enhancement?
Adam’s apple enhancement helps support gender affirmation and refine your appearance in a way that feels authentic to you. Whether performed alone or as part of a facial masculinization plan, this procedure delivers long-lasting aesthetic and emotional benefits, including:
- Enhancing throat prominence for a more traditionally masculine look
- Improving confidence in your facial and neck profile
- Achieving a visible Adam’s apple not present in natural anatomy
- Creating better harmony with other masculinizing facial features
- Supporting your gender identity through physical transformation
- Contributing to a more comfortable and affirming daily experience
- Long-term results with minimal visible scarring
The Day of Your Adam's Apple Enhancement Surgery
On the day of your surgery, you’ll arrive at our accredited surgical center, where you’ll be welcomed by our care team and prepped for your procedure. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia. Your surgeon will harvest a small piece of cartilage—often from your rib or another suitable area—to sculpt into a natural-looking Adam’s apple.
Once the graft is shaped, it’s carefully placed at the front of your throat and secured to your existing thyroid cartilage. The incision is usually made in a discreet crease under your chin or directly over the thyroid area to minimize visible scarring. After the graft is positioned and the area is closed, you’ll begin your recovery in a monitored setting with post-operative support from our dedicated team. Most patients return home the same day.
Your Recovery Experience After Adam's Apple Enhancement
After your Adam’s apple enhancement surgery, you can return home the same day with detailed aftercare instructions. You may experience mild swelling, bruising, or discomfort around your throat, which typically improves within the first week. Keeping your head elevated and limiting neck movement will help promote healing during the initial recovery phase.
Most patients feel ready to resume light activities within a few days, but you should avoid strenuous movement, heavy lifting, or anything that strains the neck for at least two weeks. Your surgeon will schedule follow-up visits to monitor your healing and ensure the graft is settling as intended. As swelling subsides, you’ll begin to see the enhanced definition in your throat.
Transition Into Your Authentic Self…
Transitions is proud to offer Adam’s apple enhancement as part of our comprehensive facial masculinization options for transmasculine and gender-diverse individuals. Our board-certified plastic surgeons use advanced cartilage grafting techniques to help you achieve a defined, traditionally masculine throat profile. If you’re ready to take the next step in your transition, schedule a consultation for Adam’s apple enhancement in Pasadena and Beverly Hills today.
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