MALE BREAST REDUCTION

Gynecomastia is a condition in which males have an overdevelopment or enlargement of breast tissue. This leaves the man with a bigger breast like appearance and can cause embarrassment and self esteem issues. We offer a male breast reduction that is performed under general anesthesia that removes the excess tissue and restores the male chest back to normal. 

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BENEFITS OF MALE BREAST REDUCTION

ELIMINATES EXCESS TISSUE

The Gynecomastia procedure eliminates the excess tissue through an incision around the nipple. Liposuction will be performed to remove the excess fatty tissue and if needed, your surgeon will cut out the excess breast tissue. 

ENHANCE CONTOUR OF CHEST

This procedure will tighten the muscles(the platysma) in your neck to give you a tight and youthful appearance.

CORRECT SYMMETRY

Gynecomastia can oftentimes create asymmetry on the chest for males. The male breast reduction will correct those issues.

CREATE CONFIDENCE

Gynecomastia can be embarrassing for some men and it often creates low self esteem and confidence. This procedure gives you the ability to take back your body and be proud of what you see. 

TYPES OF MALE BREAST REDUCTION

CONSULTATION PROCESS

During your consultation with one of our four surgeons, you will discuss your procedure goals and options. Your surgeon will recommend a procedure plan that aligns with your goals and fits your specific case needs. If you are ready to schedule your consultation, click the button below.

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The liposuction technique will use a hollow tube (cannula) to loosen and remove unwanted fat by vacuuming out the cells using a suction technique for the male's chest.

For this technique, your surgeon will make an incision will be made around the areola and the fatty tissue with me extracted. Your surgeon may also use liposuction in conjunction with this to maximize results. 

This technique is used in severe cases. This involves removing the excess skin and fat tissue. This technique often has a larger scar.

MALE BREAST REDUCTION RECOVERY

IMMEDIATETLY AFTER
WHAT TO EXPECT

Almost all men who have surgery for gynecomastia (male breast reduction surgery) will wake up with some form of compression garment on, most commonly a snug compression vest that hides well under most shirts.  Some patients may have drains especially if they require open excision to remove the more dense glandular tissue that may not be treatable with liposuction alone.  These drains will attach to a small compressible bulb which will need to be emptied 3 times a day. The drains also can be hidden easily by a jacket or loose shirt.  

There will be soreness in the chest region but easily controlled with over-the-counter pain medications or mild prescription pain medications.  Ice packs help with swelling and discomfort after surgery.  Gentle arm movements also diminish the postoperative discomfort.

Patients can shower within 24-48 hours even if they have drains.

Exercise is limited to just walking as the tissues begin their recovery from surgery.

The incisions are usually very small-just about 1/8th of an inch for the liposuction sites and limited to just around the nipple/areola if an open excision is performed.

ONE WEEK
WHAT TO EXPECT

Most patients who have drains will have the drains removed within the first week after surgery.  Continued wearing of the compression vest is recommended for most patients in order to keep the swelling controlled and help begin the process of letting the skin and soft tissues contract (shrink) to their final appearance.  Exercise is still limited to avoid causing bleeding or swelling.

ONE TO TWO MONTHS
WHAT TO EXPECT

Most patients will be able to discontinue their compression vests at around 2-3 weeks after surgery.  Patients can then switch to a light compression shirt similar to the ones athletes wear under their uniforms if they desire. These shirts are very light and comfortable and usually worn for a few weeks or less.

Patients can begin a return to exercise beginning lightly and gradually building back up to full intensity.  

The swelling will be mostly gone but the final stages will take 1-3 months to resolve but most patients are very comfortable going shirtless.  The incisions will be fading and hard to see at this stage.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW LONG AFTER SURGERY UNTIL I CAN WORKOUT?

Light cardio can be started within a week after surgery. However, weight lifting should wait until 4-6 weeks. 

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