Gynecomastia, or enlarged male breasts,, can pose significant challenges to your mental and physical health, self-confidence, and overall well-being. For many, it is a source of embarrassment and lowers self esteem. It can even cause physical discomfort. While diet and exercise can help reduce the fatty component of male breasts, the glandular portion of a male breast can be resistant to diet and exercise.
Male breast reduction is a popular way to help men in Mansfield who struggle with enlarged breasts regain confidence and achieve the body image they desire. Dr. Matthew Steele is a board-certified plastic surgeon skilled in gynecomastia surgery and helping men rediscover their best selves.
Gynecomastia is the enlargement of the male breast, and is often associated with fatty deposits, known as pseudogynecomastia. It is often associated with weight gain, obesity, and hormonal changes associated with puberty. In some cases, gynecomastia can be associated with hormonal imbalance caused by testicular tumors, pituitary tumors, exogenous steroids, medications, and recreational drugs such as marijuana. Gynecomastia is fairly common, affecting nearly half of all men.
Most commonly, enlarged breasts can contribute to mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, body dysmorphia, and eating disorders. It can also cause sensitivity to the chest, especially during movement. A surgical male breast reduction can decrease these risks.
Before scheduling your male breast reduction surgery, you will meet with Dr. Steele to discuss your medical history, diet and exercise habits, medications , and goals for your procedure. It is important to rule out any underlying medical causes of excess breast tissue before undergoing surgery, because the breast tissue may return if this issue is not corrected. At your preoperative visit, Dr. Steele will address any questions or concerns you may have regarding the procedure or the recovery phase.
Male breast reduction is an effective way to correct gynecomastia that is resistant to lifestyle changes. During the procedure, Dr. Steele uses advanced liposuction techniques to remove fat, contour the chest, and decrease the size of the areola. His innovative technique utilizes small incisions to leave you with minimal scarring.
The procedure is conducted in our outpatient surgical office and only requires the use of local anesthesia and mild sedation (laughing gas). It typically takes 2-3hours and you will need someone to drive you home.
Male patients in Mansfield can usually return to work within a few days after their breast reduction surgery. We recommend that you avoid strenuous exercise for a month to encourage proper healing. Your sutures will be removed after a week. You may also notice some bruising, which will resolve after a couple of weeks, and swelling, which will resolve after 3-6 months. We provide foam pads and a compression garment to help reduce the swelling during the first two months.
As with any surgical procedure, follow-up appointments are crucial to a successful outcome. Our team will schedule follow-up visits to make sure you are healing properly.
Gynecomastia correction is a popular procedure for men in Mansfield who have struggled with excessive breast tissue that they cannot correct with diet and exercise. It can improve your self confidence by sculpting a more masculine chest that you will not need to hide anymore. Call us today to schedule your initial consultation and learn why Dr. Steele is the plastic surgeon that men trust for their cosmetic procedures.