Gynecomastia Surgery in San Diego

Gynecomastia is a condition characterized by excess fat and breast tissue in the male chest. While this condition often becomes apparent during adolescence, it can affect men of all ages. Hormonal changes, weight gain, use of certain medications, excessive alcohol or marijuana use, or the use of steroids all increase your risk of developing gynecomastia. This condition often results in a loss of self-confidence and an increase in anxiety, especially in social or intimate situations. Gynecomastia surgery, male breast reduction, removes excess fat and tissue from the breasts for a smoother, flatter, more masculine chest.

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What Can Gynecomastia Surgery in San Diego Achieve?

FirmerMore Sculpted Chest

Excess tissue and fat can cause your chest to look feminine or make you look heavier than you actually are. Gynecomastia surgery provides a more masculine chest by smoothing and enhancing the contours for a stronger, firmer figure.

ImprovedSelf-Image

Gynecomastia can be distressing for men of any age and can result in insecurities about one’s appearance. Gynecomastia surgery aids men suffering from the emotional complications of having enlarged breasts.

EnhancedComfort

Just as large breasts can cause discomfort for women, enlarged male breasts can also cause discomfort. Folds and creases of extra skin can cause irritation, and the excess weight can be uncomfortable. Gynecomastia surgery can remedy these issues.

Customizing Your Gynecomastia Surgery in San Diego

Liposuction

Liposuction can be used for patients whose gynecomastia is limited to excess fat in the breasts. Fat is removed with a small hollow tube (known as a cannula) through small and inconspicuous incisions made in the breast area.

Surgical Excision

If excess breast tissue is the primary cause of your gynecomastia, surgical excision is used. An incision is made around the areola, and excess skin and tissue are removed.

Combining Techniques

While some patients may need only liposuction or surgical excision, the majority of patients require some combination of the two. To do this, Dr. Batra first removes the excess fat through liposuction and then removes excess tissue and skin. Combining these techniques allows for better results.

Easing Your Concerns

Recovery

Rest is vital during the initial stages of your recovery. Your recovery will typically last for seven to 10 days, at which time you can return to work and your normal day-to-day activities. All strenuous exercise, especially the lifting of any weights, should be avoided for at least six weeks to ensure proper healing. Your results will become apparent once the swelling and bruising subside. Results are generally permanent as long as you maintain a stable weight and avoid using steroids and certain medications.

Pain

Swelling, bruising, and soreness are common following your male breast reduction surgery. Compression garments should be worn during the initial days and weeks to reduce swelling, increase circulation, and promote healing. Prescription pain medication can be taken to help relieve any discomfort.

Scars

Scarring after gynecomastia surgery is limited. The incisions from liposuction are small, and any visible scarring will be minimal. The incisions used for surgical excision are hidden in the shading of the areola. Any visible scarring will fade with time.

Cost

The cost of your gynecomastia surgery will vary depending on several factors. These factors include the extent of the procedure and the techniques used as well as anesthesia, facility, and surgical fees. Our staffs at Coastal Plastic Surgeons in San Diego, and Temecula will provide you with an accurate cost estimate during your consultation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Am I a candidate for gynecomastia surgery?

Candidates are physically healthy men that are suffering from some degree of gynecomastia. The varying types of gynecomastia require different types of treatment. An excess of breast fat, with no excess of glandular tissue and little or no excess skin, is treated through liposuction. Excess breast tissue with or without excess fat is treated with skin and tissue excision. Candidates for tissue excision or liposuction are those who are interested in getting rid of male breasts fast.

Puffy nipples are a form of gynecomastia that is caused by low testosterone levels. Puffy nipples are the result of excess breast tissue and fat beneath the nipples and areolas. This excess pushes the nipples out so that they develop a cone-shaped appearance. Unfortunately, men with puffy nipples often find that they are overly visible, especially in thinner or tighter-fitting shirts. Occasionally, puffy nipples can be remedied by changing your diet and exercise habits, although in some cases, surgical means are necessary. Puffy nipples are treated with surgical excision of the underlying glandular tissue. The result of this treatment will be areolas that lie flat and less visible nipples.

How long will gynecomastia surgery take to complete?

Gynecomastia surgery typically takes around two hours to complete. The procedure is often performed under local anesthesia.

Can you combine gynecomastia surgery with any other procedure?

Gynecomastia surgery, male breast reduction, is commonly combined with liposuction to eliminate breast fat. Liposuction can also be used to contour the areas around the breast and stomach. For patients whose gynecomastia is a response to significant weight loss, a tummy tuck—which will remove excess skin and tighten muscles in the abdomen—may be an appropriate combination procedure. Combining these three procedures allows men to maintain balance in their upper body and develop a sculpted and well-defined abdominal contour.

What are the potential risks associated with gynecomastia surgery?

Men can expect temporary bruising and swelling. While rare, there is a risk of more severe and permanent side effects. Some of these risks include:

Adverse reactions to anesthesia
Bleeding
Infection
Blood clots
Changes in nipple or breast sensation
Breast contour irregularities
Breast asymmetry
Persistent pain
Nerve or blood vessel damage
Fluid accumulation
Cardiac and pulmonary complications
Poor wound healing

You can reduce your chances of experiencing these or any other complications by following all of Dr. Batra’s recommendations before and after the operation. However, even if you follow all of your surgeon’s instructions, and the surgery goes according to plan, there is still a possibility of complications.

Why should I choose Coastal Plastic Surgeons?

At Coastal Plastic Surgeons in San Diego, Dr. Batra specializes in body contouring procedures, such as gynecomastia surgery. Patient trust and comfort are of utmost importance to Dr. Batra, and he treats all patients with understanding and compassion. In his experience, patients who are comfortable and relaxed about their procedure receive the best results. We serve both candidates from San Diego, and Temecula.

Can gynecomastia go away without surgery?

Many men attempt to get rid of their male breasts with workouts and weight loss. Unfortunately, this is not a guaranteed way to get rid of male breasts quickly, or at all. Male breasts are a result of two factors: excess fat and excess tissue. If the cause of gynecomastia is excess fat, losing weight in the chest area may suffice; however, if the cause of gynecomastia is excess glandular tissue, then exercising will not have an effect. Tissue-related gynecomastia often requires surgical correction.

Can drugs cause gynecomastia?

Gynecomastia develops as a response to an imbalance between the hormones testosterone and estrogen. This is why gynecomastia is common among boys going through puberty and older men. However, men of any age can develop gynecomastia when their hormones levels become unbalanced. Medications such as antibiotics, growth hormones, antiulcer drugs, chemotherapy, and treatment for AIDS, or drugs like anabolic steroids, marijuana, heroin, and amphetamines can all affect estrogen levels in the body.

Are there any chances of gynecomastia coming back after surgery?

The results from your gynecomastia surgery will be long-lasting, if not permanent. That said, breast tissue and fat may once again develop if additional weight is gained or gynecomastia-causing drugs or medications are consumed. To prolong results, men should maintain a stable weight and avoid anabolic steroids, growth hormones, and any other medicine that can affect hormone levels.

How do I prepare for my male breast reduction surgery?

Men preparing to undergo gynecomastia, male breast reduction surgery, whether it is through excision or liposuction, should stop all tobacco use and avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, herbal supplements, marijuana, and any other gynecomastia-causing drug or medication.

Gynecomastia surgery is an outpatient procedure that is performed under anesthesia at our San Diego or Temecula office. Men are required to have someone present to drive them home and help care for them during the first 24 hours. Patients should prepare their homes for their recovery before surgery so that they already have a comfortable place to heal and relax. Following gynecomastia surgery, men can expect bruising, swelling, and some minor to moderate discomfort.