Gynecomastia (Male Breast Reduction)

Gynecomastia, a condition causing enlargement of the male chest, is a common reason for adolescent and adult males to pursue plastic surgery. The enlargement can be fatty and soft or glandular and firm in nature, and can lead to embarassment and a reluctance to go shirtless. Even a tight shirt can be problematic. Men with more severe gynecomastia may layer their clothing to disguise their problem, even during the hot summer months in Walnut Creek.

Gynecomastia Reduction Before and After Photos (Male Breast Reduction or Reduction Mammoplasty)

Glandular gynecomastia is caused by the development of breast tissue, and may not be related to weight gain. Even active men who eat well and exercise regularly may not be able to eliminate these deposits. However, gynecomastia is easily treatable through male breast reduction surgery. Via discreet incisions made in the underarm, under the chest or around the areolae, San Francisco Gynecomastia surgeon Dr. Mele can surgically remove excess fat and glandular tissue from the male chest to achieve a firmer, more masculine looking physique. Depending on the nature of the tissue involved, gynecomastia can be reducced with liposuction when soft, or with a scalpel when dense and firm. For more information on the Gynecomastia Reduction treatments in the San Francisco Bay Area, contact our cosmetic surgery practice in Walnut Creek today.

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Areola Reduction

When the areola is too large it can be reduced during Gynecomastia Reduction Surgery. Since large areolae can be unflatering on the male chest, Areola Reduction Surgery can boost male self esteme. When areola enlargement is concomitant with large breasts, gynecomastia reduction alone may provide some benefit. If the areola has been overstretched by breast enlargment, or was too large to begin with, areola reduction can help.

Even without gynecomastia, when large areolae are an inherited trait, a fairly simple procedure removes the superficial coloring around the outer ring of the areolae to decrease its size. Areola Reduction Surgery can often be performed in one short procedure with only local anesthesia. To find out more about areola reduction, which can be performed in conjunction with or without Male Breast Reduction, contact our San Francisco area practice in Walnut Creek today.

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Gynecomastia Reduction Surgery at our San Francisco area office may be the right solution for you, if you are in good health but frustrated by the size of your breasts. Schedule a consultation at our Walnut Creek plastic surgery office to learn more.

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