Gynecomastia – Male Breast Reduction

Gynecomastia is a surgical treatment used to reduces the size of male breasts that are larger because of a large amount of glandular tissue. Gynecomastia is very common but can be concerning, causing many men to feel self-conscious about the appearance of their chest. Plastic surgery at our Dallas, Texas office, can reduce the amount of breast tissue and provide a more masculine appearance.

What is Gynecomastia?

Gynecomastia is a physical condition in which a man’s breast tissue is enlarged due to a glandular issue or simply stubborn fat. Excess breast tissue can also occur when there is an imbalance in hormones, such as a lack of testosterone which can happen as men age. While gynecomastia is not anything to be concerned about health-wise, many men find this condition to be more emotionally harmful and embarrassing.

What Causes Gynecomastia?

There are a lot of factors that can contribute to gynecomastia; However, the exact cause is not known. The main triggers for this condition are puberty and other times of hormonal imbalances. Some external and medical factors that can also cause gynecomastia are:

Weight gain, which could result in more estrogen production
Medications for an unrelated condition
Steroid use

Who is a Candidate for Gynecomastia?

While abnormal development of male breasts is typically not caused by a serious medical illness, it can be a side effect of some medical issues. Because of this, it is important to see a physician to make sure before having a consultation for a gynecomastia procedure. If your gynecomastia is not caused by a medical condition or hormonal imbalance, you may be a good candidate for good candidate for male breast reduction. Other factors that may indicate that you are a good candidate for the procedure are:

The soft fatty breast tissue in your breast area has not responded to a healthy lifestyle
You would like to correct asymmetry in male breasts
You have maintained a healthy and stable weight for a long time
The size of your breasts is causing you physical and social discomfort
You do not use steroids

What to Expect During Male Breast Reduction in Dallas

The extent and process of the procedure will vary depending on your desired changes and Dr. Azouz’s professional opinion to achieve your goals. Through precise and minimalistic incision(s), Dr. Azouz reduces the breast size by removing excess breast tissue and skin, flattening and enhancing the chest contour. In many cases, the position and size of the areola may be altered to develop a more natural appearance.

Dr. Azouz has helped many men improve the appearance of their chest. His Gynecomastia reduction surgery can help form a more muscular and attractive look. After Gynecomastia reduction surgery, men notice a significant increase in their self-esteem and find their chest surgery to be life-changing. They are more comfortable taking off their shirt while swimming, going to the beach, or in front of their partners.

Can Gynecomastia Surgery be Used to Treat Poland’s Syndrome?

Poland’s Syndrome is a condition in which an individual is born with undeveloped or missing muscles on one side of the body. These underdeveloped areas can occur in the chest, arm, and hand. Dr. Azouz also helps men with Poland’s Syndrome or a congenital absence of the chest muscle. He uses similar techniques as in Gynecomastia surgery to give patients with Poland’s Syndrome a more natural, constructed chest contour.

How Long is Gynecomastia Recovery?

The Dallas plastic surgery procedure is performed under local anesthesia with sedation. Patients generally go home the same day. Most patients return to work soon after surgery and will wear a compression garment for approximately 2 to 4 weeks to reduce swelling and expedite the healing process. As with any surgical procedure, Dr. Azouz provides aftercare guidelines and a close follow-up to ensure ideal outcomes and healthy recovery.

What Male Breast Reduction Benefits Can Patients Experience?

Improve contours of the male chest
Provide a more masculine chest contour and restore normal male chest contours
Reduce enlarged breast size for overdeveloped breasts
Remove excess fat in male breasts
Remove excess glandular tissue in male breasts
Improved confidence and self-esteem

How Much Does Gynecomastia Cost?

The exact cost of a gynecomastia procedure cannot be determined until after you’ve had a consultation with Dr. Azouz. If you would like more specific details regarding all the fees involved in a cosmetic surgery procedure, contact the office of Dr. Azouz today and someone from his office staff will be able to assist you.

Schedule Your Consultation

If you are unhappy with your current condition of Gynecomastia and wish to find a solution to the excess fat and tissue resistant to diet and exercise, Male Breast Reduction surgery may be the right choice for you. Contact Azouz Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery to schedule your initial one-on-one consultation today, to take the first step towards your improved self-esteem.

Frequently asked questions about gynecomastia

How long do gynecomastia results last?

Gynecomastia surgery results are considered to be permanent unless you were to gain a considerable amount of weight. Otherwise, as long as you do not result in the use of anabolic steroids you shouldn’t have any issues of recurrence.

Does gynecomastia procedure leave scars?

This procedure will leave scars at the incision sites just like any other surgical procedure. However, the scars left behind will heal over time with the proper care and sun protection. In approximately a year, the scars should fad dramatically.

How much time should I take off from work or school?

A gynecomastia procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis and will most likely require a few days of rest. Depending on the nature of your job, you may decide to take more or less time off. For more specific answers to this question, be sure to discuss this at length with Dr. Azouz.

What results can I expect from male breast reduction surgery?

After male breast reduction surgery, you can expect to see a reduction in the amount of breast tissue immediately. You will most likely experience some tenderness and swelling for the first few weeks but should subside within 2-4 weeks. dallas male breast reduction patient results

Does gynecomastia hurt?

Since gynecomastia surgery is performed under local anesthesia with sedation, pain is not felt during the procedure. After the procedure, your doctor will prescribe what they feel will be necessary to manage your pain. In general, patients will experience some swelling and tenderness post procedure.

Will gynecomastia give me a flat and more defined chest?

Yes. The goal of gynecomastia surgery is to even out and reduce the size of the male breasts. The result is a flatter, more masculine look. With less breast tissue, muscle definition will have an opportunity to show and look more defined.

What happens if I gain weight after male breast reduction surgery?

Like any procedure in which excess fat and tissue are removed, there is always a risk for the results to reverse if a substantial amount of weight is gained. When a patient gains weight after a procedure the stress of new excess fat can cause for it to collect in specific areas but it can be different for each patient.

What are the risks of gynecomastia?

Luckily, major risks with gynecomastia surgery are quite rare. The procedure is rather straightforward and only involving the removal of fatty tissue. However, all surgery carries some sort of risk. Some of the more common risks associated with surgery are an allergic reaction, hematoma/seroma or damage to surrounding structures.

How should I prepare for the gynecomastia surgery?

Dr. Azouz will provide you with complete instructions for the preparation before your procedure. He will also give you an opportunity to ask any questions that you may have about the procedure. In general, it is important to take good care of yourself before surgery such as stop smoking, hydrate and avoid over sun exposure within four weeks before your procedure.

WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING

“A huuuuuuge thanks to Dr. Azouz and the wonderful job he did on my laser resurfacing. I felt like a million bucks on my wedding day and I couldn't have achieved that level of confidence without him! So grateful!” - Katie

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