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Can Gynecomastia Be Treated Without Plastic Surgery?

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Male breast enlargement can affect men and boys of all ages. It is particularly common during adolescence as the body experiences changes associated with puberty and physical maturation. In many cases, the problem can disappear as a man enters his twenties. However, it can persist into adulthood. Gynecomastia is a common condition in which male breast enlargement is caused by an excess of glandular breast tissue.

I often speak to prospective patients who seek to treat their gynecomastia and are curious if there are any available non-surgical solutions. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Although some people are able to slightly reduce some degree of volume from their chest area by losing weight, true gynecomastia is caused by excess tissue and not fat. That means dieting, exercising, liposuction, and non-surgical fat removal treatments like CoolSculpting® may not be able to provide significant relief. Additionally, there are no known medications or supplements that have been proven to help treat gynecomastia. I would warn patients against taking any of these alleged solutions, as they can have unintended effects on their health.

Men who are really determined to achieve a meaningful change to their chest contour would benefit from inquiring about male breast reduction surgery. In the following video, I discuss male breast reduction and how it is able to help men relieve their gynecomastia symptoms once and for all:

I understand the urge to look for a non-surgical alternative to treat your condition. However, sometimes, like in the case of gynecomastia, this simply is not an option. Thankfully, when performed by an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon, male breast reduction surgery is a rather straightforward procedure that can provide legitimately life-changing results. For more information on male breast reduction surgery, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott, to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today. Don’t forget to follow me on Facebook and Twitter for additional videos, tips, news, and more from the world of plastic surgery.

What Plastic Surgeries Are Common for Male Patients?

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These days, I see more male plastic surgery patients than ever before. This is no surprise. We are long past the days when cosmetic procedures were perceived to be exclusively for women. Men of all ages seem eager to rejuvenate their appearances and bring out their best selves with the help of plastic surgery. But what specific plastic surgeries are male patients most interested in? In my experience as a board-certified plastic surgeon, many of the male patients that I have worked with seek cosmetic improvement to help them look younger. Plastic surgery can have an amazing anti-aging effect on areas all over the face and body.

That is precisely why eyelid surgery remains so in-demand for both male and female patients. Although some guys may be concerned that eyelid surgery can make them look effeminate or unmanly, this is not the case. Instead, when performed in a subtle manner, eyelid surgery can help guys turn back the clock by removing pockets of fat and excess skin from the eyelids to refresh the appearance of their face.

Liposuction is also exceedingly popular among male patients. Although it can be performed all over the body, I have found the abdomen, waist, and neck areas to be especially in-demand among men. As we age, fat that accumulates around the waist can be impossible to lose with diet and exercise alone. The same can be said for submental fat under the chin that contributes to the appearance of a double chin. Liposuction can safely remove this fat to provide a trimmer, shapelier contour for the face and body.

Male breast reduction surgery is ideal for men who suffer from gynecomastia (male breast enlargement). By removing the excess glandular breast tissue that leads to the enlargement, male breast reduction can help guys achieve a flatter, more masculine chest. For more information on how cosmetic surgery can help men improve their look, check out the video below:

It’s important to me that every patient I work with, man or woman, feels as if they had the best plastic surgery experience possible. After performing cosmetic procedures for over 25 years, I am confident in my ability to provide the best, longest-lasting aesthetic results for each patient based on their goals, expectations, and unique physical specifications. If you would like to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott, at Atlanta Plastic Surgery. I also recommend following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ if you would like to see additional videos, news, photos, and more.

Popular Plastic Surgery Procedures for Men

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“I can’t thank Atlanta Plastic Surgery and Dr. Elliott enough!

I had gynecomastia surgery in June 2014 and the results are unbelievable. With a crazy work schedule it was hard for me to lock down a specific date for surgery. The office was very flexible scheduling a date for my procedure and I can’t thank them enough for that. Overall the results are incredible and the whole process was very easy. I would recommend anyone to use Dr. Elliott at Atlanta Plastic Surgery for any of their cosmetic surgery needs.” – G

In a society where there’s sometimes a misconception that women are the only patients who seek the help of a surgeon to restore their physical image, I know this to simply not be the case.  In fact, as a board-certified plastic surgeon working with men and women of all ages over the past 25 years, I see more and more men coming into my office to talk about their cosmetic surgery options.  And why shouldn’t they want to reap the benefits of turning back the hands of time too?

From males in their 20s who are concerned with excess breast tissue to those in their 60s seeking a “well-rested” facial appearance, there are a number of surgical procedures that are exceedingly popular among men today.  I recently added a new video to my YouTube channel and the latest featured series is focused on the gentlemen!  First up for the series I discuss the four most popular plastic surgery procedures among men and share a little background on what each procedure can accomplish for men.

When it comes to elective surgical procedures, making sure that the patient is completely happy with their results is something I always strive to maintain.  Men and women are built differently so knowing the unique intricacies of each anatomy helps me provide the best plastic surgery results possible for all of my patients, regardless of gender.  Our office always welcomes new patients, returning patients and any questions you may have in regards to plastic surgery procedures we offer.  You can also reach out to us through Facebook, Twitter and Google+ where I regularly share updates on what’s going on in the office and plastic surgery news.  Stay tuned for more male plastic surgery YouTube videos in the near future.

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