Gynecomastia
About Gynecomastia Surgery
Gynecomastia, or male breast reduction, is a cosmetic surgery to correct over-developed or enlarged breasts in men. This condition is relatively common in boys and will usually correct itself over time. If it doesn’t, however, we understand how emotionally devastating it can be and we can help. This is not an uncommon condition and it’s being corrected every day by plastic surgeons. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports that 15,550 gynecomastia or male breast reduction surgeries were performed by Board Certified Plastic Surgeons in the U.S. in 2008. Call the board-certified plastic surgeons of My Plastic Surgery Group for information on gynecomastia.
Gynecomastia Before & After
Real Results
View before-and-after pictures of real patients of My Plastic Surgery Group.
Frequently Asked Questions
Typically, one week.
Between 2-4 hours.
Asymmetry or unevenness on each side or between sides is possible. As with any surgical procedure, there is a small risk of infection, bleeding or thick scar formation.
The results are determined by the amount of tissue or skin you have before the surgery. The type of skin you have may also effect your results. Any ongoing medical condition which promoted previous growth, unlikely in the majority of patients, may continue to stimulate changes in the tissue.
Depending on the degree of fullness, the scar may only be a few millimeters for liposuction, a scar halfway around the nipple, or for the more advanced cases with significant skin laxity after weight loss, a scar along the breast fold.
Light aerobics may be started after one week. More rigorous exercises shouldn’t be resumed for at least 2 weeks.
It is unlikely. Although it is an emotionally distressing condition, there is rarely a medical necessity for the procedure.
Gynecomastia Procedure Information
The results of gynecomastia surgery are usually permanent.
We invite and encourage you to view before and after gynecomastia surgery pictures on this website.
Meet Dr. Aker
Meet Dr. Beckman
After receiving her medical degree with honors, Dr. Beckman was selected for a highly competitive integrated plastic surgery residency position at Rutgers University, where she rigorously trained in both aesthetic and complex reconstructive plastic surgery for six years. During residency, she developed a strong passion for plastic surgery education and research. She earned several teaching and clinical excellence awards and served as Chief Resident in her final year.
After residency, Dr. Beckman was selected for an aesthetic plastic surgery fellowship position at H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery, one of the nation’s premier aesthetic plastic surgery practices. This additional year gives her the unique opportunity to learn from some of the most recognized names in aesthetic plastic surgery and to train with the most innovative procedures and products available.
