Male Plastic Surgery – Gynecomastia (Male Breast Reduction) Treatment and More in the Cleveland and Mayfield Heights Area
As today's men start paying more attention to how they look, many are considering cosmetic surgery as a way to roll back the clock. Procedures such as male breast reduction (gynecomastia treatment) at our Cleveland and Mayfield Heights-area practice can help men resolve what may have been a lifelong cause of self-consciousness, while facial rejuvenation and body contouring options are providing men with the more youthful face and body proportions they desire. Dr. Jason Leedy offers safe, confidential cosmetic enhancement for the 21st century male.
- Men and Cosmetic Surgery
- Gynecomastia Treatment (Male Breast Reduction)
- Other Male Plastic Surgery Treatments
Men and Cosmetic Surgery
There was a time when many men felt that having cosmetic surgery of any kind was akin to putting on make-up. Those times are changing, as more and more of today's men start looking for ways to address facial aging, stubborn excess fat, and conditions such as gynecomastia (enlarged breasts). Cosmetic surgery procedures are able to help men improve their physique just the same as women, by reducing lines and wrinkles, eliminating fat deposits, and providing a re-contoured, athletic-looking body.
The benefits of plastic surgery for men are numerous. In today's society, appearance counts. It can make you more competitive in the job market, more competitive among other men, and make you feel more desirable to your significant other.
The following treatments are some of the most popularly requested among men:
Gynecomastia Treatment (Male Breast Reduction)
Male breast reduction for our Cleveland and Mayfield Heights-area patients can be attained discreetly from our experienced plastic surgeon. For many men, excess fat or glandular tissue in the breasts (gynecomastia) is a source of deep self-consciousness. Gynecomastia is a common condition among men; however there are effective surgical treatments that can be performed to eradicate it. Gynecomastia can be caused by a number of factors, including:
- Obesity
- Age
- Use of anabolic steroids
- Use of medications containing estrogen
- Use of herbal testosterone additives
- Heredity
Dr. Jason Leedy is an experienced plastic surgeon who is highly adept at performing male breast reduction procedures for the treatment of gynecomastia. He assures all of his patients that their visit to his practice will be held in the strictest confidence.
If you think you may suffer from gynecomastia, please contact our Akron and Cleveland-area practice to schedule a consultation.
The Male Breast Reduction Procedure
There are two methods of male breast reduction that are commonly utilized. If it is determined that only fatty tissue is causing the appearance of large breasts, and the nipples are in relatively appropriate position, ultrasonic-assisted liposuction (UAL) alone can be an effective remedy. UAL involves using sound waves to break up fat deposits in the chest. Once the fat deposits are broken up, a thin metal tube is inserted into the treatment area to vacuum out the fat cells.
In cases where gynecomastia involves glandular tissue as well as fat and skin, Dr. Leedy will make small incisions either in the armpit or around the nipple and extract the excess. The remaining skin will then be lifted and tightened. Dr. Leedy may also use liposuction on the area in order to maximize results.
Male Breast Reduction Recovery
Common side effects of male breast reduction include temporary swelling, bruising, and numbness. Light activity can typically be resumed after a few days, but Dr. Leedy recommends that patients avoid strenuous exercise for at least two to three weeks. Barring weight gain and the use of medications that may cause gynecomastia to return, the results of male breast reduction are usually permanent.
Risks
There are risks to any surgical procedure, and male breast reduction is no exception. Some risks associated with gynecomastia treatment include:
- Reaction to anesthesia
- Fluid collection under the skin
- Blood collection under the skin
- Infection
- Skin or nipple numbness
Dr. Leedy will discuss all aspects of the procedure with you at your initial consultation. Complications are rare in this procedure, and Dr. Leedy will take every precaution to minimize any potential risk.
Other Male Plastic Surgery Treatments
Liposuction
Liposuction can offer men a way to remove stubborn, excess fat so they can exhibit a more fit-looking physique. This common fat removal technique is effective at eliminating fat deposits on virtually any area of the body. For men, it's often utilized in the abdomen, love handles, and chest area.
BOTOX® Cosmetic
Many men are looking to rejuvenate their faces without undergoing major surgery like face lift. BOTOX® Cosmetic offers an effective and quick non-surgical alternative. This skin treatment involves injecting a solution into targeted areas of the face that exhibit tell-tale signs of aging, such as the forehead and around the eyes. BOTOX® Cosmetic can dramatically reduce wrinkles and fine lines and provide smooth, youthful-looking skin.
Tummy Tuck
Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) surgery has helped scores of men get rid of excess fat and loose overhanging skin folds in the midsection, while toning and tightening the abdomen. With a tummy tuck, not only is excess skin and fat eliminated, the abdominal muscles and skin are pulled taut, creating a smooth, fit stomach area.
Rhinoplasty
Men who are dissatisfied with the size and shape of the nose, or those who have suffered nasal injury, may want to consider rhinoplasty (nose surgery). Rhinoplasty can bring the entire face into better balance, as well as offer you a whole new look. It can also resolve lifetime breathing problems by correcting a deviated septum.
Chin Augmentation
A sharp, angular jawline is a desired, masculine feature. Sometimes a weak jaw can detract from a man’s confidence. In an outpatient procedure either an implant can be placed to improve the definition of the jaw or the bone can be repositioned and advanced. In this powerful chin enhancement procedure, the face can be restored to proper proportions and a confident look created.
Skin Resurfacing
Chemical peels and laser skin resurfacing are two effective, non-surgical methods of rejuvenating facial skin to give you a more youthful appearance. By removing dead or damaged skin cells, underlying healthy skin layers are brought forth, presenting smoother, softer skin. Skin resurfacing procedures also work to diminish wrinkles and depressions in the skin.
Eyelid Surgery
Bagginess and wrinkles around the eyes are often some of the first signs of facial aging. Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) combats nature's effects by eliminating excess skin and fat, which smoothes out the area and can improve the look of the entire face. It can also give you a more rested, less stressed appearance, and possibly even improve your vision.
Contact Our Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Jason Leedy is on the forefront of an array of plastic surgery procedures, experienced and skilled at helping both women and men achieve the appearance they desire. Through a variety of cosmetic enhancement options, such as facial rejuvenation treatments, body contouring procedures, and gynecomastia (male breast reduction) treatment, our Cleveland and Mayfield Heights-area plastic surgeon can enhance appearance and increase self-esteem for the modern male. Please contact the Cleveland Plastic Surgery Institute for more information.
