Procedures - Male Breast
Surgery (Gynecomastia)

All men have some amount of normally occurring breast tissue.
Occasionally this tissue can enlarge to a point that is
distressing to the patient. Most often this arises during
puberty and is a normal, self-limited process (i.e. it
resolves on its own). In some men, this enlarged
tissue persists into early adulthood. These individuals
may wish to consider surgical treatment. Other
men may experience this excess breast tissue
growth secondary to prescription medication,
steroid use, marijuana consumption or
weight-gain.

Surgical treatment involves a combination
of chest liposuction, through a small incision
below the chest crease, and an incision
around the nipple (areola) to remove the
excess gland tissue. In some instances, when
there is more significant excess skin, larger
incisions may be required to remove it and
achieve a more natural male contour.

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