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What is the Difference Between Breast Reduction in Women and Men?

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Plastic surgery can be extremely versatile. For example, there are certain cosmetic procedures that can provide very different benefits depending on the specific needs of my patient. I perform breast reduction procedures for both male and female patients who wish to remove unwanted, excess tissue from their chest area. So while the end goals of the surgeries may be the same, the method used to perform these surgeries and the reasons that a patient may seek breast reduction surgery can differ significantly for men and women. Allow me to explain the differences between breast reduction for men and women.

It’s normal for some women with larger natural breasts to feel uncomfortable and out of proportion. Undergoing breast reduction can be an excellent way to help women achieve a more proportional silhouette. However, a breast reduction offers women far more than just aesthetic benefits. Larger breasts are heavier and can often lead to back and neck pain, posture issues, and other difficulties. Breast reduction can significantly help women by alleviating these concerns.

Conversely, male breast reduction is a purely cosmetic surgery procedure that does not offer any medical benefits. However, the emotional and psychological benefits can be incredibly powerful. During the procedure, I surgically remove excess glandular breast tissue and fat to flatten the chest and provide a more masculine physique. In my many years of performing this procedure, the boost in self-confidence that male breast reduction provides patients never ceases to amaze me.

In the video below, I discuss the differences between breast reduction procedures for male and female patients:

No matter the reason why a patient may be interested in undergoing a breast reduction procedure, my staff and I always make sure that our patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident through every step of the plastic surgery process. Doing so helps us provide the best possible experience for every patient we treat. For more information or if you would like to schedule an in-person plastic surgery consultation appointment, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery news, tips, and much more.

 

Ask Dr. Elliott: Common Questions About Breast Implants

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breast-implantsBreast augmentation is one of the most commonly thought of procedures when the average person thinks of plastic surgery. And despite its prevalence in our society, breast implants themselves are still an object of curiosity and confusion for so many patients that I speak with. It’s perfectly natural to have questions and concerns leading up to a cosmetic procedure. That’s why I wanted to take some time to answer a few commonly asked questions about breast implants and breast augmentation surgery.

Question #1: How common are complications from breast implants?

It’s important to reinforce the notion that complications from breast implants are exceedingly rare. According to the FDA, the risk of experiencing a complication or adverse outcome resulting from breast implants is around 1%. This includes the most commonly known breast augmentation complications including capsular contracture, implant rupturing, and implant displacement. Women with breast implants still need to keep up with regular breast cancer screenings following their surgery.

Question #2: What if I change my mind about wanting my breast implants in the years following my surgery?

It’s not uncommon for a woman’s preferences about the appearance of her breasts to change after she has undergone a breast augmentation procedure. In these cases, I offer breast implant removal procedures, as well as breast revision surgery as potentially helpful options. During breast implant removal, the implants are surgically removed in order to return to their original, natural breast size. In some cases, patients may opt for a breast lift at this time to help with the excess skin left behind. A breast revision procedure removes the implants and then replaces them with new ones that better fit the patient’s new aesthetic preferences.

Question #3: How old is “too old” to undergo breast augmentation surgery?

While the majority of my breast augmentation patients are in their mid-to-late 30s, there are obviously many exceptions to this in my experience. I have performed breast augmentation procedures on many women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s with truly outstanding aesthetic results. I typically take things on a patient-by-patient basis when considering if someone is a good candidate for a cosmetic procedure instead of adhering to an arbitrary age restriction.

My staff and I pride ourselves on making sure each of our patients feels knowledgeable and confident heading into their surgery. That’s why I am always willing to take the time to address these questions. For more information or if you would like to schedule an in-person consultation appointment, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. Don’t forget to follow along with me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery news, tips, and much more.

Why Are The Eyes Such a Priority For Plastic Surgery Patients?

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In my many years of performing cosmetic surgery procedures, I have seen quite a few aesthetic trends come and go. Like trends in clothing and style, it makes sense for people’s preferences in what they expect from cosmetic surgery to change over time. However, there are certain things that have remained constant. One such thing is the demand for eyelid surgery for both male and female patients. I wanted to discuss why rejuvenating the eyes has remained such a priority for plastic surgery patients through the years.

The eyes are an extremely prominent facial feature and often the first thing other people notice when they look at us. They are also very susceptible to noticeable signs of aging like wrinkles, lines, bags, pockets of excess fat, and more. Aging in the area around the eyes can go a long way towards making someone look old before their time. Additionally, eyelid surgery has remained so in-demand for a very long time because it is not seen as a “transformational” procedure. Many patients appreciate how subtle and natural-looking eyelid surgery results that I am able to help them attain.

In the following video, I discuss the results that eyelid surgery can help my patients achieve and why this procedure has remained so popular for so long:

There’s a reason why I perform so many eyelid surgery procedures every year. If you think that you might be a good candidate for eyelid surgery, your first step is consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon to determine whether the procedure is the right choice for your aesthetic needs. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow along with me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, news, videos, and more.

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