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Male Breast Reduction

Treatment for Gynecomastia

For moderate to severe cases of gynecomastia, Dr. Khalifeh favors a combination of liposuction combined with direct excision of the glandular tissue via a crescent-shaped incision for direct access to raise the skin uniformly, separating it from the glandular tissue to visualize the pectoralis muscle, and remove the glandular tissue. We offer both procedures under anesthesia and performed while you are awake under local anesthesia (numbing medication). Dr. Khalifeh does the majority of the cases under local anesthesia with mild oral sedation. The procedure takes typically around three to four hours to perform.

Why choose Dr. Khalifeh
for male breast reduction?

Dr. Khalifeh is one of the leading national providers of body contouring with Smartlipo, or laser-assisted liposuction. For men with an excess of fat, Smartlipo may be performed to produce a structured, masculine look to the upper chest. Other men may require both Smartlipo along with surgical excision of glandular tissue.

The psychological effects of gynecomastia

Many gynecomastia patients have been embarrassed about having larger breasts. Gynecomastia surgery is very rewarding to perform, as the procedure leaves men feeling far more confident, even shirtless. We have treated many men that finally sought treatment when they felt that the condition was inhibiting their self-confidence. Men often delay treatment because they aren’t used to thinking about getting “cosmetic surgery,” but male breast reduction is a simple procedure that can be life-changing.

Treatment for pseudo-gynecomastia

For cases when the majority of pinchable chest tissue consists of fat, we may be able to perform a full treatment using laser liposuction alone. Laser liposuction is only effective in mild cases, and we recommend it only in select instances in which Dr. Khalifeh believes it will accomplish the needed results.

How we treat gynecomastia

For moderate to severe cases of gynecomastia, Dr. Khalifeh favors a combination of liposuction combined with direct removal of the glandular tissue via a small incision and surgical removal. Both the liposuction and tissue removal can be done under general anesthesia or local anesthesia (numbing medication) based on patient preference and an evaluation of your condition. Most patients prefer local anesthesia with mild oral sedation. The entire procedure can take anywhere from three to four hours to complete.

Your initial consultation

Before undergoing gynecomastia treatment, you will have an in-depth consultation with Dr. Khalifeh to ensure the procedure is right for you. You will need to provide him with your entire medical history and be candid about your lifestyle choices, as Dr. Khalifeh may be able to identify a possible cause for your excessive breast tissue.

Medications that can cause gynecomastia include anabolic steroids and estrogen. Lifestyle choices such as smoking marijuana and excessive alcohol consumption can also cause gynecomastia. If Dr. Khalifeh determines that one of your existing medical conditions, medications, or lifestyle choices is causing your gynecomastia, he may recommend a lifestyle change before undergoing male breast reduction surgery.

Benefits of
gynecomastia treatment

Following your gynecomastia treatment at our office, you may experience:

  • An increase in your self-confidence, which raises your self-esteem
  • Increased comfort wearing fitted clothing
  • Improvement in the balance of the shape and size of your chest

Recovery after gynecomastia treatment

Following your gynecomastia treatment, you can expect mild swelling, bruising, and temporary numbness in your chest. These effects usually subside within a week, though numbness can last up to six months.

You can expect to resume your usual activities within two to three days after surgery, and you will likely be able to return to exercise within  two weeks.

Dr. Khalifeh will give you a compression garment to wear following your surgery, to be worn from one to two weeks after surgery. This garment supports your chest tissue while it heals and helps your skin adjust to the new contours of your chest.

Call us today

If you wish to learn more, contact us today at (301) 244-0148 to schedule your consultation for arguably the best treatment for gynecomastia. We have offices in Columbia, MD, McLean, VA.

FAQ

When excess glandular tissue is surgically removed, it requires incisions. The incisions are carefully placed so the surgical scars, once healed, are almost invisible.

We recommend waiting until you are at least 18 years old, and the hormonal changes of puberty have ended, though in some cases it may make sense to undergo this procedure at a younger age.

Because gynecomastia treatment is considered cosmetic, most health insurance policies will not cover it.