Male Breast Surgery
In Chicago & Glenview, IL

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Male Breast Reduction Surgery

What are the Causes of Gynecomastia?
Before & After Gynecomastia
Ideal Candidates for Male Breast Surgery
Your Consultation
How is Male Breast Surgery Performed?
Why Have a Male Breast Reduction?
Male Breast Surgery Recovery
Cost of Male Breast Surgery
Why Choose Chicago Aesthetics Surgery & Med Spa
Male Breast Surgery FAQ
Chicago Aesthetics Reviews & Testimonials

What is
Male Breast Reduction Surgery?

Creating more masculine chest contours can be achieved with the help of male breast surgery in Chicago. Male breast reduction surgery, also called gynecomastia surgery, can significantly improve the appearance of the chest by reducing the appearance of enlarged male breasts. Male breast surgery offers a range of benefits for individuals struggling with this issue. By contouring the appearance of the chest, this procedure can have a transformative impact on a man’s life. It can lead to reduced body-image issues and self-consciousness, improving psychological well-being.

A male breast reduction is the most effective known treatment for Gynecomastia, or enlarged male breasts. This cosmetic surgery procedure removes excess fat and glandular tissue to restore a flatter, firmer and more masculine contour to the chest.

What are the
Causes of Gynecomastia?

Due to genetics, use of certain medications, or other unspecified reasons, some men develop the appearance of enlarged breasts. It is estimated that up to 50% of men in the United States experience some degree of gynecomastia during their lifetime. Gynecomastia can present at any age, and male breast reduction can be performed safely and successfully.

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Before & After
Gynecomastia Results

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Ideal Candidates
for Male Breast Surgery

The ideal candidates for male breast reduction surgery are men who have enlarged breasts that are not responsive to diet and exercise. Candidates have to be in good overall health, without any underlying conditions that could impair proper healing. Non-smokers are preferred, since smoking can negatively impact the healing and recovery process.

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Your
Consultation

During your consultation for male breast surgery, Dr. John Rachel will perform a physical examination of your chest area. He will review your medical history, including any pre-existing conditions and your current medications. The potential complications associated with the procedure will be explained. Pre-operative and post-operative instructions will also be provided to ensure a safe and successful outcome.

How is
Male Breast Surgery Performed?

The procedure for treating gynecomastia with liposuction is typically performed using local anesthesia with sedation, and involves a small incision on each side of the chest. Through these incisions, your cosmetic surgeon will remove excess fat and/or glandular tissue, at the same time sculpting a new chest contour that looks natural to your body.

Why Have a
Male Breast Reduction?

While losing weight can help reduce the appearance of male breasts for some men, often times there is excess glandular tissue as well, causing even very lean patients to notice enlarged breasts. Currently, male breast reduction is the only consistently effective treatment for gynecomastia that has long lasting, if not permanent, results. Following this surgery, patients commonly say they feel comfortable going shirtless for the first time in years, and report an enhanced sense of self-confidence.

Male Breast
Surgery Recovery

The recovery process following liposuction is typically quite tolerable. Patients are often given a compression garment to wear for the first few weeks after surgery; this helps to minimize swelling and offers support to the healing tissues. Many men return to work or school within several days after their procedures. However, it is important to understand that everyone heals at a unique pace.

What is the
Cost of Male Breast Surgery?

The cost of male breast reduction surgery can vary depending on various factors, including the extent of the procedure and any additional treatments or medications required. The overall price can also be impacted by the techniques utilized.

Why Choose
Dr. Rachel

You want a clear recommendation, realistic expectations, and results that still look like you. At Chicago Aesthetics Surgery & Med Spa in Chicago and Glenview, we start with an anatomy-led plan based on your goals. We’ll tell you what we think will work, what won’t, and why. We explain your options in plain language, including what we would not recommend, so you can feel confident with your decision.

Dr. John D. Rachel, MD, FACS is a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He is quadruple board-certified in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, and the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery. He completed residency training in Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at Wayne State/Detroit Medical Center and a Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery fellowship at the Beeson Cosmetic Surgery Institute. He has been in practice since 2001, is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and has published peer-reviewed research in facial plastic surgery and skin rejuvenation.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Male Breast Surgery

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What kind of scars will I have?

Gynecomastia results in minimal scarring, with most scars being hidden. If your male breast reduction is combined with a lift, you will have scars around your areola that are hidden in the pigment changes of your skin.

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Are there any nonsurgical treatments for gynecomastia?

Losing weight can help overweight men, though it doesn’t necessarily cure gynecomastia. But for men that are thin, surgery is an option for reducing gynecomastia.

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If I am overweight can I have gynecomastia surgery?

Many patients undergoing gynecomastia surgery are overweight. It is much healthier, and contour is better if a patient loses weight on their own. Surgery cannot make someone look as good as they would look with their own weight loss. But even with weight loss, often some excess chest fat remains, and surgery can be effective.

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If I gain weight after having the procedure will my gynecomastia come back?

If your problem was glandular, then gaining weight will not be a problem. If the problem was fat, then it is possible that some of it will return with additional weight gain.

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Will I lose nipple sensation after the procedure?

Injury is uncommon but may result in loss of the nipple areolar complex or loss of sensation.

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