How Does Gynecomastia Surgery Work?

While men may not talk much about it, they still feel intense pressure to look strong and masculine. Gynecomastia (male breast enlargement) can cause tremendous self-consciousness and hold you back from activities you love. Despite being extremely common, this condition can make you feel isolated or alone. Fortunately, gynecomastia surgery gives you a flatter, more sculpted masculine chest that restores your self-esteem. 

What is Gynecomastia?

Gynecomastia is the medical term for enlarged male breasts. This enlargement can come from glandular breast tissue, fat, or both. The most common cause of gynecomastia is hormonal changes that affect the balance between estrogen and testosterone in the male body. These changes can be triggered by puberty, aging, certain health conditions or medications, and genetic factors. Regardless of the cause, enlarged male breasts are typically very treatable. 

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How Does Gynecomastia Surgery Work?

How your male breast reduction is performed depends on whether the excess breast volume comes from fat or glandular tissue. Dr. Stile uses liposuction to remove fat and sculpt your chest. Excess glandular tissue is removed through excision or surgically removing the breast tissue through a small incision. You may benefit from a combination of both methods to achieve your desired contours. 

What are the Benefits of Gynecomastia Surgery?

Men who have gynecomastia surgery enjoy many benefits, often more than they even expected. Beyond feeling more confident and self-assured when you look in the mirror, you may experience:

• Feeling more outgoing in social situations
• More confident in intimate situations
• Having the confidence to wear more fitted shirts
• Freedom to enjoy activities like swimming
• No more need to hide your chest

Gynecomastia can have a particular impact on those who engage in active sports and other activities that may involve going shirtless, but it can affect any man’s confidence. The rather unkind term “man boobs” is often used. Men who have gynecomastia surgery feel significantly better about their appearance, more confident in their masculinity, and more free to enjoy their favorite activities. 

What is Recovery Like After Gynecomastia Surgery?

Your recovery process will vary depending on the details of your procedure. You can expect some soreness, swelling, and bruising in your chest, and you will have a compression garment to wear that helps control swelling and tighten the area. People with low-activity jobs can usually return within seven to ten days. Dr. Stile will clear most people to resume their exercise routine and other activities in four to six weeks. 

Am I a Good Candidate for Gynecomastia Surgery?

Most men with enlarged breasts can benefit from male breast reduction, especially if the condition holds you back or affects your confidence. Good candidates are healthy enough for surgery and have reasonable expectations. People with gynecomastia caused by a medical condition may need to have this condition treated first. 

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Dr. Frank L. Stile, MD, FACS

Dr. Frank L. Stile is a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. His office is in Las Vegas. The office is luxuriously appointed and has won awards for original designs and decor. His practice provides the full spectrum of cosmetic surgery procedures. Dr. Stile has had the privilege of helping over 10,000 patients achieve their cosmetic surgical goals. Originally from New York City, Dr. Stile graduated high school at the age of 15 and began medical training at the City University of New York’s Accelerated 7-year combined Undergraduate and Medical School Program. He completed his clinical training at the State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn. His post-doctorate training included 12 years of residency. During that time, Dr. Stile received specialized surgical training at four academic institutions of excellence. He is the published author of articles and book chapters in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Microsurgery literature. He has presented research at National and International Plastic Surgery Conferences. Dr. Stile regularly visits with leaders in the field of cosmetic plastic surgery, facilitating the exchange of ideas and constantly refining his techniques. Dr. Stile has long held an interest in the martial sciences, specifically mixed martial arts. His personal and professional relationships with the stars of MMA have made him the most trusted and requested plastic surgeon by champions of the sport. Dr. Stile has innovated and published techniques for both treating new facial injuries and preventing recurrent injuries in “cut-prone” fighters. His work has been featured in such publications as the New York Times, Maxim Magazine, and Real Fighter Magazine, in addition to numerous television and radio shows. Dr. Stile is an avid illustrator, painter, and sculptor. His work adds to the decor of both his home and office. He is also the published author of two children’s books. His greatest accomplishment, second only to being a husband and father, was the establishment of the Frank L. Stile Foundation in 2011. The goal of this non-profit was to serve and support the needs of children in crisis. To date, this initiative has helped provide over TEN MILLION meals for food insecure children and their families in addition to providing resources for medical care.

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