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Male Breast Reduction
Men naturally want to feel masculine, fresh and younger with real muscles protruding on their chest amongst other areas. This need can be escalated especially if one has been having weight fluctuations, loose skin, or enlarged breast tissue among other things. The results of not looking or feeling masculine enough for a man can lead to:
- Losing of confidence
- Self-consciousness
- Avoiding activities that can make one show their chest, such as swimming
Gynecomastia surgery, also referred to as male breast reduction in Dubai, is a procedure that gets rid of enlarged breast tissue in men. The procedure, also known as male breast reduction is recommended to achieve a flatter, and more masculine chest contour. Enlarged breast tissue can be caused by genetics, hormonal imbalance or the patient might have taken certain medications thus making his breasts larger than normal.
Male Breast Reduction Technique Options
Male breast reduction, which is a surgical procedure, is done to remove extra fat and glandular tissue, thus restoring the chest to be firmer and flatter and appear more masculine.
Enlarged breast tissue in men can be treated in two ways:
- With Liposuction; where small incisions are done either within the armpit or at the edge of the areola so as to remove extra fat and tissues at the breasts.
- With Tissue Excision; this is done when the patient has stretched skin that is sagging around the breasts and the procedure cannot be accomplished by liposuction alone.
Our Commitment To You
Our highly trained and experienced staff will guide you along the entire process of a Gynecomastia surgery in Dubai, which will allow you to make the best decision. At Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery, our experts have more than 20 years of experience in plastic and cosmetic procedures and have helped more than 10,000 patients safely achieve their dream of beauty and confidence. We will identify the most suitable expert for you, will listen to you, understand and identify your individual and detailed requirements in a tailor-made consultation, advise you on what you expect from the right treatment and ultimately develop the most suitable treatment plan with you.
Gynecomastia Surgery Process
a) The Consultation
The first step of a Gynecomastia treatment in Dubai is to have a detailed consultation and examination in the clinic with our Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, to determine a tailor-made plan for each candidate.
b) The Surgery
The second step is to schedule the male breast reduction surgery with the highly qualified and experienced Plastic Surgeon who is an expert in male breast reduction and cosmetic procedures. The surgery is performed in a hospital setting as an outpatient procedure using local anesthesia and sedation or general anesthesia and takes 2-3 hours.
Prior to the surgery, each patient is screened to ensure that it is safe to proceed with the procedure. This includes a pre-anesthetic consultation, blood testing to rule out hormonal imbalances, and to ensure the patient is a fit candidate for the procedure.
The treatment when done with liposuction is performed using either local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia via a small incision on each side of the breast. The incision can be located either under the armpit or at the edge of the areola so as to remove the glandular tissue or the extra fat through suction. Sculpting the chest contour to appear natural is also done.
If it is a more severe condition of stretched and sagging skin around the breast, the surgeon has to do a surgical tissue excision to remove the amount of skin or/and tissue that is of great amount which cannot be removed by a liposuction procedure alone. The incision is usually made around the edge of the areola or within the creases of the chest to avoid scarring.
The expert plastic surgeon accompanies the patient throughout the entire process of recovery and healing, through scheduled follow-ups.
c) The Recovery
A compression garment is given to the patient to wear so as to minimize swelling in the first two to six weeks or so depending on the healing process. Upon discharge from the hospital, the patient typically has minor bandages, which are changed the following day. Excessive exercise is prohibited for about three weeks. The patient can return to work after few days if the work is not strenuous.
Over a period of about 4 weeks, the patient would typically have several post-operation visits to the clinic to monitor the healing process.
Before And After Results
At Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery Dubai, we do our best to protect our patients’ confidentiality. That is why all the Before & After results are not available online, however, they will be shown during a consultation in The Clinic only.
Meet Our Team
Our Board-Certified expert surgeons have over 20 years’ surgical experience and are trained at some of the world’s best medical schools with a proven track record in UAE, the USA and Brazil.
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Buthainah Al Shunnar is an Emirati American Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with extensive experience in breast surgery, body contouring, aesthetic facial surgery, hand surgery, post-cancer reconstruction and microsurgery, as well as non-invasive cosmetic procedures such as Botox, Dermal Fillers and PRP.
Dr. Buthainah Al-Shunnar
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
Dr Kamal is an American Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with extensive experience in aesthetic facial surgery, breast surgery, reconstructive surgery, body contouring, fat transfer and non-invasive cosmetic procedures such as Botox, Dermal Fillers and PRP.
Dr. Kamal Sawan
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
Specialist Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Claudia Machado is a Brazilian Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with extensive experience in aesthetic facial surgery, breast surgery, body contouring, fat transfer and minimal and non-invasive cosmetic procedures such as Botox, Dermal Fillers, PRP, Chemical peels, CO2 therapy and others.
Dr. Claudia Alves Silva Machado
Specialist Plastic Surgeon
Precautions
Although a male breast reduction procedure is straightforward, it is important that the right level of intervention or treatment is determined and that the procedure, whether surgical or non-surgical be performed by a qualified and expert Plastic Surgeon. A potential candidate has to fit into certain criteria to be eligible for the procedure, and should have:
- Be a male who is unhappy with the size of the breast
- Wish to increase self confidence
- Realistic expectations regarding the expected results.
- Be in good health both physically and psychologically.
What To Expect From A Male Breast Reduction
The main benefit of a male breast reduction is removing excess fat and breast tissue from the breasts. Since everyone is different, the expected results of a male breast reduction might vary from person to person, but benefits typically include:
- Natural masculine appearance the chest.
- Regaining self-confidence and self-image.
- One can engage into activities that one was once shy about.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do men go for breast reduction?
Excess breast tissue in a man can cause his breasts to sag and the areola to stretch. Gynecomastia can be present in both breasts or one breast. This condition can affect a man’s self-confidence and cause emotional discomfort. Most males with gynecomastia tend to avoid certain physical activities to hide their condition. Male Breast Reduction in Dubai can correct this condition resulting in a more masculine chest area and improved self-confidence.
What causes men to have enlarged breasts?
Obesity can also cause the male breasts to enlarge due to fatty tissue. This is known as pseudo-gynecomastia.
Certain medical conditions and medications can also cause male breast enlargement.
Does gynecomastia have stages?
- Grade I. Small breast enlargement without the presence of excess skin
- Grade II. Moderate breast enlargement without the presence of excess skin
- Grade III. Moderate breast enlargement with minor excess skin which causes the areola to be droopy
- Grade IV. Marked enlarged droopy breasts with severely excess skin. The breasts mimic those of a female.
When is the right age to undergo male breast reduction?
Although there is no specific age limit to undergoing gynecomastia, for teenagers it is recommended to wait at least two years to see whether the condition is persistent or just a passing phase. For older men, the issue of skin laxity has to be looked at and they should also not have any underlying health condition that could increase the risk of the surgery.
How is gynecomastia diagnosed?
Tests that can also be possibly done to diagnose gynecomastia include:
- Mammograms
- Blood tests
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans
- Computerized tomography (CT) scans
- Tissue biopsies
- Testicular ultrasound
What are the pre-treatment guidelines for male breast reduction?
- Medical evaluation including lab tests
- Adjusting your current medication or start taking certain types of medications
- Avoid smoking
- Do not take aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, or herbal supplements as they can increase the risk of bleeding
What are the post-op instructions given after male breast reduction?
- The kind of diet you will be in, which will include fluids and gradually switching to a solid diet as well as avoiding alcohol and smoking for some time.
- How and when to resume your activities. This includes taking brisk walks from the second day, when you can resume school and work, and avoiding strenuous activities until you are cleared by your Plastic Surgeon.
- How to take care of the incisions
- Follow-up appointments
- When to take the prescribed medication
- When and how long you will wear the compression garment
Patient Reviews
Thank you to Dr Kamal Sawan and Dr Tyler Henson for your great treatment and reconstructive tattoe. I am so grateful for your kindness and your help and it was absolutely worth it. The clinic is very different from other clinics. Discreet, private, not commercial. I always felt i was getting the best medical advice that was in my best interest. I will recommend this clinic to anyone
Next Steps
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Meet one of our experts at Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery for a personal consultation, to develop a tailor-made plan for you to have gynecomastia surgery in Dubai. Contact us or book an appointment and our patient care coordinators will identify the most suitable expert for you.
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