Male Breast Reduction in Indianapolis
While men normally have a small amount of breast tissue, some men in Indianapolis are faced with gynecomastia, or overdevelopment of the male breast. In adolescent and adult women, normal hormonal and genetic change influence the breast bud to develop into as a part of secondary sexual characteristics. Similar changes also occur in men, but to a much lesser extent. Gynecomastia occurs when the male breast is either overstimulated or overresponds to hormonal or environmental influences.
The condition called adolescent gynecomastia appears in teenage years, and is usually physiological and harmless. Rare medical conditions, including endocrine abnormalities may cause gynecomastia in a minority of cases. A number of drugs and medications (marijuana, steroids, and a variety of other medications) can also predispose to excess male breast development. Sometimes, breast size is large enough to cause psycological distress or an impaired body image.
Learn more about the benefits of male breast reduction – request your complimentary consultation online at Wagner and Associates Plastic Surgery. Dr. Wagner performs this and many other Indianapolis plastic surgery procedures for men, including liposuction, forehead lift, and BOTOX® Cosmetic.
Male Breast Reduction Techniques
Male breast enlargement can be surgically corrected. Gynecomastia correction is usually considered a cosmetic surgery procedure. A variety of techniques are used, depending on the size of the breast, amount of skin present, and other factors. Typical procedures involve incisions around the areola with excision of variable amounts breast tissue, often combined with suction lipection (liposuction) to contour the surrounding chest wall tissues. Power assisted liposuction and ultrasound assisted liposuction are commonly used. In more severe cases, removal of skin with a breast lift may be required. The procedure is usually performed on an outpatient basis.
Recovery
Typical recovery is 2 to 3 weeks. A compression garment is often recommended during this time. Some patients may notice minor countour irregularities or sensory changes of the chest or nipple area. Most patients find the improvements in breast contour produce a more masculine chest contour and are less self-consious about this aspect of their appearance.
Your Consultation at Wagner and Associates Plastic Surgery
During your consultation, you will have the opportunity to discuss your goals with Dr. Wagner. An educator of plastic surgeons for over 10 years, Dr. Wagner has performed over 7,000 cosmetic, plastic and reconstructive procedures. Additionally, as of 2010, he has been honored as one of The Best Doctors in America every year since 1999, one of America's Top Surgeons every year since 2004, and one of the Top Plastic Surgeons every year since 2006.
Double board certified Indianapolis cosmetic plastic surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Wagner and the entire team at Wagner and Associates Plastic Surgery are committed to helping you achieve your ideal look through cosmetic procedures. Request your complimentary consultation online at Wagner and Associates Plastic Surgery on Clearvista Parkway. Or, call 317-621-2520 today to schedule an appointment. Feel like a new person and look like your best self at Wagner and Associates Plastic Surgery.
