Many things can cause gynecomastia. During your initial consultation, Dr. Jugenburg will perform an assessment to determine the most likely cause(s), which may include hormones, aging, heredity, obesity, medication, liver, lung or thyroid function. If there is an underlying medical condition causing the breast enlargement, then Dr. Jugenburg will likely recommend the condition be treated, before undergoing surgery.
Men who have already received treatment or who do not have an underlying condition are good candidates for gynecomastia surgery.
Male breast reduction surgery, also known as gynecomastia surgery, is a procedure that can reduce and eliminate excess breast and fat tissue from male breasts. Chief plastic surgeon of the Plastica Clinic, Dr. Jugenburg specializes in an advanced technique that minimizes any scarring, leaving only an inconspicuous sign of surgery. This procedure differs greatly from traditional techniques, which require an incision around the nipple.
Most cosmetic surgery procedures do have a recovery period. gynecomasti male breast reduction surgery is no different. There will be bruising, swelling and discomfort following surgery but these will be resolved in the short-term. After a brief recovery period, the majority of our male patients are very pleased with the reduced breast size, and the more natural look and feel of their chest.
Those who have undergone gynecomastia surgery can expect a significant reduction in the size of their breast. If you had significantly enlarged breasts, you may be left with some excess skin. Not to worry. While this will not disappear, Dr. Jugenburg can perform a minimally invasive excision after you have received from the initial surgery. In most cases, men can anticipate a firmer, flatter chest and a significant boost to their self-confidence!
As with any surgical procedure, gynecomastia surgery does have some potential risks. Dr. Jugenburg will communicate all such risks to you prior to any surgery. With gynecomastia male breast reduction, there may be special considerations to take into account, depending of the root cause of the overdeveloped breasts. The advanced surgical procedures used by Dr. Jugenburg in his state-of-the-art clinics help to significantly minimize any risks to patient health and safety. All of the necessary precautions will be taken to protect you.
Contact us today to arrange an initial consultation for gynecomastia male breast reduction surgery. And get ready to show off your firm, flat chest! The friendly and knowledgeable Plastica team is ready to answer your questions regarding gynecomastia breast reduction surgery, or any other cosmetic procedure that may interest you.