Male Breast Reduction
Enlargerd or over-developed male breasts, also known as gynecomastia, can cause emotional discomfort and impair your self-confidence. Male breast reduction surgically treats gynecomastia by removing excess fat, glandular tissue and/or skin. The result is a better proportioned, more masculine-contoured upper body and the freedom and self-confidence to lead as active life.
Enhancing your appearance with gynecomastia surgery
Gynecomastia can cause emotional discomfort and impair your self confidence. Some men may even avoid certain physical activities and intimacy simply to hide their condition.
Gynecomastia is characterized by:
- Excess localized fat
- Excess glandular tissue development
- A combination of both excess fat and glandular tissue
- Gynecomastia may be present unilaterally (one breast) or bilaterally (both breasts)
Is it right for me?
Gynecomastia surgery is a highly individualized procedure and you should do it for yourself, not to fulfill someone else's disires or to try to fit any sort of ideal image.
This procedure is a good option for you if:
- You are physically healthy and of relatively normal weight
- You have realistic expectations
- Your breast development has stabilized
- You are bothered by the feeling that your breasts are too large
Adolescents may benefit from surgery, although secondary procedures may be needed in the future should breast developement continue.
Surgical correction of gynecomastia is best performed on:
- Men whose condition cannot be corrected through alternative medical treatments
- Healthy individuals who do not have a life-threatening illness or medical conditions that can impair healing
- Non-smokers and non-drug users
- Men with a positive outlook and specific goals in mind for improving the physical symptoms of gynecomastia
What to expect at your consultation:
Plan on spending between one and two hours at our office. During this time, we will go over your medical history and Dr. Whitlock will perform a quick breast exam. Next, Dr. Whitlock will take some measurements then discuss, in detail, what is involved with breast reduction surgery and give you a realistic idea of the results you can expect. You will then have an opportunity to ask Dr. Whitlock questions you may have about the procedure.
After your consultation with Dr. Whitlock, you will meet with our surgery coordinator to review your quote, discuss financing and if you are ready, schedule your surgery and pre-op appointment. Your quote will include all of your pre and post-op clinic visits, surgeon fee, operating room, anesthesia, and support bra. The only items not included are your prescriptions.
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