If you're considering Male Breast Reduction to help address Gynecomastia, "reduce man boobs" left behind by weight loss (pseudogynecomastia) or otherwise remove excess skin, fat, and glandular tissue around the chest area, you should discuss your interest with a plastic or cosmetic surgeon experienced with performing Male Breast Reductions. You can start by locating a plastic surgeon "in my area" using our provider directory and you can Request a Consultation with one or more plastic surgeons right here from our site. Here's some important facts and a quick summary of Male Breast Reduction:
Procedure Name: Male Breast Reduction
Average Length of Procedure: 2-3 hours
Anesthesia Type: General Anesthesia
Surgery Location: Certified Outpatient Plastic Surgery Center or Hospital
Most Commonly Combined with: Liposuction
Male Breast Reduction Recovery:
- Compression wrap required: At least 3 weeks
- Return to work/driving: Usually 1 week
- Restricted activities: At least 4-6 weeks (no strenuous activity or heavy lifting)
- Healthy, Non smoker with no medical conditions that can affect wound healing
- In relatively good physical shape and health
- Unhappy with the size, contour and appearance of the male chest area
- Looking to reduce increased male breast size caused by Gynecomastia or other factors
- Experiencing emotional discomfort and lack of self-confidence because of over-developed or enlarged breast tissue
Other notes:
- Gynecomastia requiring Male Breast Reduction Surgery can be caused by hormonal changes resulting from anabbolic steroid or drug use, and changes in diet, and lifestyle habits.
- Excess localized fat or male breasts enlarged by fat, can sometimes be treated with Liposuction or newer procedures such as Zerona
- Scarring is common around the nipple of the breast or around the incision site(s)
Average cost for a Male Breast Reduction: $6000 - $7,500