Gynecomastia (Male Breast Reduction)

Gynecomastia is a condition where men experience abnormal breast development, often due to age, weight gain, genetics, or a hormonal imbalance. It affects approximately 40 to 60 percent of males and can be a source of embarrassment, causing many men and adolescents to become self-conscious.

Gynecomastia surgery, or male breast reduction, removes excess fat, skin, and breast tissue in the chest region to achieve a more masculine silhouette. Salem plastic surgeons Dr. Keith Neaman and Dr. Dustin Christiansenof Neaman Plastic Surgery are highly trained in the surgical technique of male breast reduction for men and teens who suffer from gynecomastia or enlarged breasts. Contact us to schedule a personal consultation. You may also want to check out our other Services For Men.

What Is Gynecomastia?

Gynecomastia is a common condition that typically peaks during puberty. And while gynecomastia usually resolves itself with age, it can persist into adulthood and even worsen. When this is the case, gynecomastia rarely responds to lifestyle changes such as increased exercise and following a healthy diet.

Understanding Gynecomastia

Gynecomastia, commonly referred to as “man boobs”, can occur in one or both breasts and is characterized by excess fat and glandular tissue around the breast. Most of the time, the fat is localized; however, in some more severe cases, the excess breast tissue can result in the breasts sagging or hanging downward.

Common causes of gynecomastia include:

Hormone fluctuations
Genetics
Ongoing use of certain medications, including steroids and Risperdal
Weight fluctuations

Before & After

Contour Your Chest With Gynecomastia Surgery

Male breast reduction is a fairly simple procedure. There are a few different methods to perform gynecomastia which is dependent on your individual body type and the amount of fatty tissue to be removed. Sometimes gynecomastia surgery can be as simple as just performing liposuction on the chest region. Other times, it is performed under general anesthesia in which a small incision is made under the arm or at the edge of the areola. This helps to keep scarring to a minimum. Through the incision, underlying fat and glandular tissue are removed. Any extra skin is excised before incision sites are closed.

Benefits of Gynecomastia Surgery

Male breast reduction can relieve the pain associated with gynecomastia and help you regain a more masculine, natural-looking appearance. See our gynecomastia repair before and after photos. Male breast reduction can achieve the following:

Improved Confidence
More masculine physique
Allows for more clothing options
More proportioned body

Am I a Candidate for Gynecomastia Repair Surgery?

Ideal candidates for male breast reduction are men who would like to reduce excess breast tissue and achieve a more masculine, sculpted chest. Ideal candidates should meet the following requirements:

Are in good physical health
Do not smoke
Are over the age of 18
Have extra breast tissue that is creating the appearance of breasts
Are at a stable weight that can be maintained
Have realistic expectations about what gynecomastia surgery can achieve

Gynecomastia Repair Surgery Consultation With Dr. Neaman

At Neaman Plastic Surgery, our focus is to help patients feel better about themselves. The decision to undergo a cosmetic procedure is not a light one, but we strive to make it a comfortable experience. During your consultation, you will meet with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons. They work with each patient to educate them on their procedural options, understand their goals, and collaborate with you to ensure the best possible results.

To learn more about male breast reduction or to schedule your personal consultation, please contact us.