GYNECOMASTIA SURGERY - Male breast reduction

What is gynecomastia surgery?

A gynecomastia surgery improves the appearance of the pectoral and reduces the breast volume in men. It can be performed under general anesthesia, if the extraction of the mammary gland is necessary, or under local anesthesia with sedation in case if only liposuction is necessary.

What should you consider before doing a gynecomastia surgery?

Breast formation in men can be a side effect of a kidney or thyroid problem.
Gynecomastia occurs increasingly in men over the age of 35. This form of breast enlargement does not goes away on its own.
It is always advisable to perform a mammography in order to rule out the existence of a breast cancer. In addition, mammography reveals the composition of the breast, whether if it’s composed by glandular or mixed fat.

Who is it for?

Young people who have finished their hormonal development.
Men who have elastic and firm skin, which can adapt fast after a gynecomastia surgery to a new body shape.
Men who have suffered from overweight, then gained their ideal weight but still retain fat in this area.