Men who are embarrassed or ashamed to show their chests because of enlarged breasts may benefit from male breast reduction surgery. Dr. John Connors and Dr. Alexandra Hart specialize in the treatment of gynecomastia for men in the Atlanta area. Gynecomastia accounts for roughly 65 percent of male breast disorders. Some men will develop excess tissue in their chest area during adolescence. Most often, this is caused by a hormonal imbalance. This condition can also be related to steroid use, kidney problems, or medications that contain estrogen. Dr. Connors and Dr. Hart perform male breast reduction in fully grown men, as well as post-pubescent boys.
- Procedure Recovery Location: Outpatient
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During/After Surgery
All male breast reduction procedures are performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure at an accredited surgical facility. The surgery typically lasts about an hour. Following surgery, there will be some swelling and a compression garment should be worn for one to two weeks. Most patients are able to resume normal work schedules within a few days and incorporate exercise within four weeks. This surgery allows men to feel more confident when exposing their chest due to a firmer, flatter chest. In most cases, scarring is inconspicuous.
“Dr. Hart is phenomenal in the what she does!! I have been going to her for almost a year now. She is very compassionate, kind and understanding but also very talented and efficient! I’m very picky when it comes to getting work done. Dr. Hart takes every request and concern to “heart” lol. She makes you feel comfortable and at ease during the whole treatment. I will most certainly continue to return to her for all of my plastic surgery needs!"
Gynecomastia FAQs
Will This Help My Pecs?
Every man is born with some soft tissue covering his pectoralis muscles. When this breast tissue overgrows into larger breasts, the pecs are often hidden. Through male breast reduction surgery, the excessive tissue is removed so the natural contour and shape of the chest wall can be seen. Men who wish to tone and strengthen their chest muscles will have equal opportunity to do so. Strength training will help lead to optimal results once this tissue has been removed.
Is Liposuction Always Needed?
In most cases, yes. The soft tissue and fat that collects in excess will need to be removed using liposuction. There are many liposuction techniques to consider. Some are less invasive and can help the skin become tighter on the chest wall. These methods can be discussed during your consultation.
What About Scarring?
Incisions for this surgery are well concealed. They are usually placed around or near the areola and are typically small enough that scarring is minimized. Over time, the incision lines will fade and become almost nonexistent for most men.