Gynecomastia Surgery in Istanbul
Gynecomastia is the condition of overdeveloped or enlarged breasts seen in males
What Is Gynecomastia Surgery?
Gynecomastia is the condition of overdeveloped or enlarged breasts seen in males. This can occur at any age. It can be a result of obesity, genetics, hormonal changes, or the use of certain drugs. *1 Even if it is not a health issue, this condition can cause significant psychological distress in men. Gynecomastia surgery is a highly successful surgical procedure developed to reduce the breast size and to restore firmer, masculine chest contours. During a gynecomastia surgery, excess fat and glandular tissue is removed. In extreme cases, removing excess skin, repositioning and resizing the areola may also be necessary.
Gynecomastia Surgery — before & after
BeforeAfter
BeforeAfterWho Is A Good Candidate For Gynecomastia Surgery?
If you are healthy, have problems that can be solved by a gynecomastia surgery, and have realistic expectations then you are a candidate! Like for all cosmetic surgeries, the first requirement to be eligible for a thigh lift surgery is being healthy. If you are healthy, you don’t have any condition that may impair healing after the surgery, you’re not significantly overweight, and your breast development is completed, then there is no obstacle for your surgery. The second requirement is that you have realistic expectations. You should understand the procedure and its expected results. If you have overdeveloped or enlarged breasts. If you are bothered by the appearance of your breasts. If your condition cannot be corrected through medical treatments.
What are the Expected Outcomes of Gynecomastia Surgery?
The outcomes of gynecomastia surgery can be analyzed in two main categories: aesthetical and psychological. The enlargement of the breasts may be due to excess glandular tissue and/or excess localized fat. In some cases, excess breast skin is observed. In severe cases, breasts may sag and the areola (the dark area around the nipples) can be stretched. Regardless of the reason, gynecomastia changes the way chest looks. Gynecomastia surgery is a highly effective treatment for this problem. The firmer, flatter and more masculine chest contours will be restored after the surgery. Gynecomastia obscures the masculine features of the chest. Consequently, it may cause a severe psychological stress in patients. Patients can become highly self-conscious and their self-confidence can be damaged. They may avoid activities which may require them to show their chests. They may have difficulty while choosing what to wear. Therefore, after procedure, strong psychological benefits are expected. You will start to love your body more.
“Gynecomastia may not be dangerous for the body, but it may harm men psychologically. What we do is restore the natural masculine appearance of the chest through careful sculpting.”
How Is A Gynecomastia Surgery Done?
Gynecomastia surgery is a cosmetic surgery procedure performed to restore masculine contours by changing the appearance of male breasts.
Anesthesia
Like all kinds of surgery, thigh lift surgery requires anesthesia. Your surgeon will decide whether general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation is more suitable for your case.
Surgery
There are 2 techniques of gynecomastia surgery: Liposuction technique and the tissue excision technique. Sometimes these two techniques can be combined to achieve better results.
Techniques
Gynecomastia surgery has several techniques that meet each patient's demands.
Liposuction Technique
Liposuction technique is preferred when most of the excess tissue is fat and there is no sagging stretched skin. *2 During the surgery, your surgeon will make very small incisions to remove excess tissue. Depending on the needs of the patient, there may be one or several small incisions for each breast. Incisions may be placed within the armpit, around the areola, or withing the natural crease below the breasts. *3 Then, he will remove the excess fat and glandular tissue through these incisions and sculpt the contours of your breasts to achieve a natural masculine appearance.
Excision Technique
Excision technique is preferred when a larger amount of glandular tissue is present, removal of excess skin is required, the areola is planned to be reduced, or the nipple is planned to be repositioned. In this approach, excess fat tissue, glandular tissue, and stretched skin tissue are excised. The place and the length of the incisions depend on the case. They are typically made around the areola or within the natural creases of the chest. Your surgeon will place the incisions so that the scars will be inconspicuous as much as possible.
Risks and Complications *4
Gynecomastia surgery is one of the most satisfactory cosmetic surgeries. The duration of both surgery and hospitalization as well as the low surgical and medical complications make it very attractive for male patients that have gynecomastia which they can’t get rid of. Although very low, there are possible complications: Infection Wound dehiscence Pneumonia Sepsis Bleeding Risk Factors: Gastrointestinal diseases Cardiac diseases Age Surgeon Related Factors: Incision Operational procedure Post-operative care
What To Expect During A Gynecomastia Surgery Recovery?
After the surgery, there will be stitches on your incisions. There will be dressings on your incisions and you may need to wear compression garment for a while. Right after the surgery, you may experience some soreness for a few days, but it is usually minimal. Your surgeon will prescribe you medication to control the pain. You may experience some temporary swelling. A small, thin tube may be temporarily placed under the skin to drain excess fluid and blood. If you had the liposuction procedure, you may return to work or school in several days. If your surgery included tissue excision, it may take 1 week to feel ready to return to work or school. The results of gynecomastia surgery are immediately apparent. However, over time, swelling will subside, the incision scars will be fade, and your chest will look better. 2 weeks after surgery, you may gradually return to exercise. After 3 weeks, you may be ready to return vigorous exercise. There is a chance that you may experience a temporary loss of skin sensation in the treated areas. In almost all cases, sensation gradually returns over the following months. A wellbeing assistant will visit you in your hotel room every day during the first week after the surgery. We will expect you to be in our clinic for your post-op examination 1 week after the surgery, before you leave Istanbul. We will still follow your recovery process while you are away. Clineca will provide you with complete support and inform you about everything you need to know during your recovery. We will be with you from your consultation to the very end of your recovery.
What to Do Before the Gynecomastia Surgery?
During your online consultation, your surgeon will ask you questions about your medical history. They will also conduct a physical examination. Your surgeon will inform you about everything you need to know before the surgery. Clineca will provide you with complete guidance and support before your surgery. You will have a complete and detailed list of instructions. Most important instructions include, Stop smoking at least 2 weeks before the surgery. Avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (such as ibuprofen and aspirin) for 2 weeks before the procedure. Avoid herbal remedies and supplements Take only the medications approved by your surgeon.
What to Do After Gynecomastia Surgery?
What you need to do after the surgery will be explained to you in detail by your surgeon and Clineca will provide you with all the support and guidance you need. Most important instructions include: Do not smoke for at least 2 weeks after the surgery. Do not take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications after the surgery until your surgeon approves using them. Care for the surgical sites and drains. Take or apply the medications prescribed for you. Avoid strenuous activities and exercises for 3 weeks. If you experience chest pains, unusual heartbeats, or shortness of breath, seek medical attention immediately. Wear your compression garment if you are given one. To maintain the results, maintain a healthy lifestyle.
“Gynecomastia surgery is a minimally invasive surgery with a short and easy recovery period.”
Frequently asked questions
What is gynecomastia?+
Gynecomastia is a medical condition characterized by overdeveloped or enlarged breasts. Gynecomastia can cause significant psychological distress in men.
What is gynecomastia surgery?+
Gynecomastia surgery is a surgery performed to reduce the breast size in men and restoring the masculine chest contours.
What is the cause of gynecomastia?+
Gynecomastia may be a result of obesity, genetics, hormonal changes, and the use of certain drugs.
Can exercise correct gynecomastia?+
Exercise can reduce the fat tissue in the breasts. However, it cannot reduce the glandular tissue. Exercise also cannot correct the sagging stretched skin.
Am I a good candidate for gynecomastia surgery?+
If you are healthy, you don’t have any condition that may impair healing after the surgery, you’re not significantly overweight, your breast development is completed, and you have enlarged breasts, then you are a good candidate!
What are the types of gynecomastia surgery?+
There are 2 techniques to correct gynecomastia: liposuction technique and the tissue excision technique. Sometimes 2 techniques are combined.
How long does a gynecomastia surgery take?+
The duration of the surgery depends on the case and the procedure performed. However, it takes around 1-2 hours.
Is gynecomastia surgery safe?+
All surgical procedures come with risks. However, if it is performed by an experienced and talented surgeon, the risk of having a serious problem is very small.
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