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At Springfield Clinic’s The Center for Plastic Surgery, we believe it is essential for our patients to be well-informed and develop a thorough understanding of the procedures they are considering. The information below provides a general overview of this specific plastic surgery procedure.
Who is a candidate for Male Breast Reduction? A man who has excessively large breasts, or e excess or sagging tissue in the chest area after losing a large amount of weight. Springfield, IL plastic surgeons Dr. Bergman, Dr. Brown, and Dr. Sinha are experienced performing male breast reduction.
Intended results: A flatter chest with more masculine male contour.
Procedure description:
- Excess breast tissue or fat can be removed with liposuction, excision, or a combination of both. Excess skin can be excised.
- The procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia but can be done with sedation and local anesthesia or MAC (Monitored Anesthesia Care)
Recuperation and healing: After surgery, a compression vest or chest wrapping is usually indicated for a week or two after surgery to help reduce swelling.
Other options: Additional procedures that will enhance the result are liposuction of excess fat in axilla (armpit area) or contouring and flattening of abdomen with liposuction and /or tummy tuck.
Note: The specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are unusual.