Gynecomastia Treatment Options in Hawaii
Male breast reduction to remove the excess fat and/or glandular tissue is the only permanent treatment option for gynecomastia. You will be pleased to know that in the hands of an experienced board certified plastic surgeon, the surgery and recovery are typically quick with minimal discomfort—and scars are virtually undetectable after they heal, even without a shirt on. Having performed more than 20,000 plastic surgery procedures since 1988 in Hawaii alone, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. S. Larry Schlesinger is considered a leading authority on male breast reduction surgery and offers several different surgical options.
Liposuction for Male Breast Reduction
In the majority of cases, Dr. Schlesinger can achieve an attractive, firm and flat chest using liposuction. Through a tiny incision located in the armpit, he can remove all of the excess fat and 60-100% of the glandular tissue, all the while sculpting a natural contour to the chest. The incisions are so small that there are no stitches to be removed, and scarring is often impossible for others to detect—all they see is an attractive, masculine chest shape. Learn more about male breast reduction recovery.
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*Each patient is unique and individual results may vary.
Why traditional liposuction is best for removing male breast tissue
Unfortunately, not all liposuction is the same. Traditional liposuction does an excellent job of removing fatty tissue and a reasonable job of removing some glandular tissue. Newer forms of liposuction such as VASER, Smart, Laser, etc. can remove fat, but no better than traditional liposuction. However, when it comes to removing glandular tissue, these new technologies do a terrible job. They harden the tissue (almost like concrete), fail to remove it, and make secondary attempts at removing it very difficult. (As a side note, there’s no scientific evidence to back up claims that these brand-name lipo technologies tighten skin.)
Moreover, no “smart” technology can override a surgeon’s skill; your results are always dependent on your plastic surgeon’s experience, surgical skill, and ability to understand and achieve your goals. Therefore, Dr. Schlesinger only uses traditional liposuction during male breast reduction.
I have had surgery for gynecomastia two times before I finally went to Dr. Schlesinger. I almost gave up, but decided to try one more doctor. Dr. Schlesinger changed my life by accomplishing something I thought was impossible to fix. My chest is completely flat and I don’t feel embarrassed to take my shirt off now. I am very satisfied with the outcome from surgery. I would definitely recommend Dr. Schlesinger to men seeking help for gynecomastia. - RealSelf
Tissue excision for larger male breast reduction
Patients with a large amount of glandular tissue occasionally need to have tissue manually removed, or excised, in addition to undergoing liposuction. In this case, Dr. Schlesinger will make a small incision at the bottom edge of the nipple or areola, so it is hidden by the natural borders of these features once healed. In a small number of cases, particularly following excessive weight loss, he may also make a slightly longer incision to remove excess skin.
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*Each patient is unique and individual results may vary.
If tissue excision is most likely to help you get your desired results, Dr. Schlesinger will discuss this with you during your consultation and help you understand what to expect.
We take extra steps to protect your health
Unfortunately, male breast cancer is a reality. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 2,500 men are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, and about 480 die from it. Dr. Schlesinger takes your health seriously. While gynecomastia alone does not raise risk for male breast cancer, other risk factors, such as hormonal disorders and obesity, may raise risk. Dr. Schlesinger always sends glandular tissue he removes to pathology for screening, just to be sure the tissue is healthy.
Revision of previous male breast reduction surgery
Patients who are unhappy with the outcome of a previous male breast reduction procedure with another surgeon often turn to Dr. Schlesinger to help them correct problems and achieve the results they are hoping for. Dr. Schlesinger is one of the most experienced plastic surgeons in Hawaii with revision gynecomastia procedures and can often find a solution when other providers cannot. Learn more about revision male breast reduction with Dr. Schlesinger.
Schedule your personal consultation today
There’s no need to continue feeling self-conscious about your chest. Male breast reduction with board certified plastic surgeon Dr. S. Larry Schlesinger can help you get a firmer, flatter chest and feel confident going shirtless. Contact us to book your consultation today.
