Male Breast Reduction Surgery in Jupiter, Boca Raton, & Miami

• Improve Your Self-Confidence with Male Breast Reduction
• Am I a Candidate for Male Breast Reduction?
• What Happens During Male Breast Reduction Surgery?
• Recovering from Male Breast Reduction Surgery
• What Does Male Breast Reduction Cost?
• Financing Male Breast Reduction

Improve Your Self-Confidence with Male Breast Reduction

Gynecomastia (enlarged male breasts) is a common condition affecting up to 60 percent of men. In an area like Southern Florida, where the weather is beautiful and outdoor activities are popular, most men want to be at their physical peak at all times — ready for a pick-up game of beach volleyball or a quick dip in the ocean with a moment’s notice. If excessive breast tissue is holding you back from feeling good about your body and enjoying our community’s beach culture, Dr. David Rankin, Dr. Dev Vibhakar or Dr. Adam Bauermeister can help. They are board-certified plastic surgeons offering male breast reduction surgery in Jupiter and Miami.

Am I a Candidate for Male Breast Reduction?

Thinking a little more seriously about pursuing male breast reduction with our plastic surgeons? The first step is to meet with one of our doctors for an informative consultation to discuss your case and explain your personal goals. The doctor will also perform a physical examination of your breast area and note whether there is excess glandular tissue and/or fat deposits.

In general, male breast reduction candidates are individuals who:

• Are in good general health
• Do not smoke or use drugs
• Are of a normal weight (or close to it)
• Have reasonable expectations of the surgical outcome
• Have breast development that has stabilized

What Happens During Male Breast Reduction Surgery?

Male breast reduction is performed on an outpatient basis, so you can return home after your surgery to recover. Our surgeons can operate at our private surgical staff or at a local hospital (they have staff privileges at seven local hospitals). The doctor will vary his surgical approach according to your individual case and treatment plan.

In general, Dr. Rankin, Dr. Dev or Dr. Bauermeister will make an incision around the areola (pink area surrounding the nipple) and excise excess glandular tissue. The surgeon will also use liposuction techniques to remove excess fatty tissue. (If your breasts are enlarged only because of fat — and not glandular tissue — liposuction alone may suffice.) He will sculpt the remaining breast tissue to give you a flatter and firmer, more masculine-looking chest contour. When the surgeon has finished, he will close the incisions with sutures and bandage the area.

Recovering from Male Breast Reduction Surgery

Mild swelling and pain is typical in the days following surgery. One of our plastic surgeons will write a prescription for pain medication to alleviate discomfort. You should rest and avoid strenuous activity (including bending and lifting) while the treated area heals. Light activity like walking is permitted when you feel ready. If our doctor has placed a compression garment around your chest, keep it in place until he advises otherwise.

Don’t rush your body to recover; instead, take the time to heal properly before returning to work and your normal obligations. We will schedule several follow-up appointments with you to check your healing progress and clear you to return to your regular lifestyle.

What Does Male Breast Reduction Cost?

The exact cost of your male breast reduction surgery will vary according to several factors, including the techniques that our surgeons use during surgery. We can provide specific cost information once we has consulted with you and have a better understanding of your case and needs.

Financing Male Breast Reduction

We offer several plastic surgery financing options at our practice, including CareCredit plans and an in-house financing option. Please speak to a member of our team for more details.

Contact Our Male Breast Reduction Surgeon

If you’d like more information about gynecomastia in the South Florida area, please contact our practice today.