Plastic Surgery is found to be one of the most fervid surgical movements across the globe – a rage enhanced by the contemporary reign of our technology-advanced 21st century era!
In our continuing series highlighting Plastic Surgery procedures in Singapore, Expat Choice caught up with internationally acclaimed Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Marco Faria Correa for cognizance on what males need to know about breast reduction, also known as Gynecomastia Surgery.
As expressed by Dr Marco, “many men tend to feel embarrassment due to coping with enlarged or puffy male breasts. This in turn hampers positive levels of self-confidence, which plays out in instances where they avoid social interaction such as swimming at the beach or pool because of enlarged breast tissue often referred to as ‘man boobs.’
Gynecomastia is the given medical term used for enlarged or feminised male breasts – which may affect one or both sides – and if developed during puberty it may be affected by a hormone imbalance.
In cases where Gynecomastia occurs later in life, it could be the accumulative outcome of several contributing factors – everything from one’s lifestyle, eating habits, agricultural practices, the process of ageing, and even common medications may play a part in the development of this enlarged male breast condition.
Furthermore, weight gain and hormonal fluctuations, which are associated factors in the case of obesity, along with alcohol and other substance use, can also contribute to higher rates of man boobs.
Here’s where gynecomastia surgery is depended upon to restore a flatter, masculine chest appearance, and thereby enhancing a man’s self-esteem with his desired body image.
Dr Marco goes on to explain a few statistics, including “this condition is very common, affecting up to 50 percent of new-born males, 20 percent of teenagers and young male adults, and 1-in-4 men above 50 years. Men of any age would find it very helpful to have Gynecomastia surgery.”
According to Dr Marco Male Breast Reduction Surgery or Gynecomastia Surgery is on the rise and swiftly becoming one the most popular male plastic surgery procedures.
What is Male Breast Reduction?
Male Breast Reduction is a cosmetic surgery which can improve the appearance and shape of the male breast, by means of removing excess fat and breast tissue through surgical incisions, and/ or a liposuction, or a combination of both.
The Gynecomastia is characterised and diagnosed by:
- excess fat
- excess glandular tissue development
- excess breast skin
- present in one or both breasts
- breasts appearing more like a woman’s than a typical flat male chest
There are times when the breast tissue expansion is the result of massive weight gain. However, even when the weight is lost, there may still be pockets of excess breast fat and sagging skin along the chest area. Sometimes this requires surgical reduction and at other times liposuction alone could work to get a flatter looking chest.
Some of the commonly known advantages of Gynecomastia Surgery are:
- increased comfort revealing chest contours when clothed or not
- a safe, effective treatment which creates and uplifts permanent results
- increased self-confidence and a desire to socialise
The negatives associated with Gynecomastia aren’t many. And feedback shared from most cases highlight male patients to be happy with a satisfactory result obtained.
Who is an Ideal Candidate?
Good candidates for Male Breast Reduction Surgery include men who desire more attractive chest contours and:
- are over 16 years of age with stabilised symptoms
- have enlarged breasts that cannot be treated without surgery
- have a stable, relatively normal body weight.
- are healthy with no life-threatening illnesses
The preferred male candidates for Gynecomastia Surgery have realistic expectations about the procedure and are aware of the possible results.
For male candidates who have decided to go ahead with Gynecomastia Surgery – your journey will begin with an initial consultation appointment, where the primary objective is to stay informed with discussions and understanding to cover questions and concerns related to the surgery. This briefing will include details of the surgery and the possible results.
Regarding the recovery period post the surgery – most gynecomastia patients can return to normal non-strenuous activities, including light-duty work after a short period of 3-5 days. Directive caution is given for strenuous activities to be avoided for 4-6 weeks – but this is also dependent on various patient-specific healing and recovery factors, which includes nutrition, hydration, and state of health.
In closing, Dr Marco addresses a noteworthy assurances that treatments are tailored specifically to the male aesthetic, by considering male anatomy and individual goals for treatment, while simultaneously maintaining a masculine appearance, to improve self-body image, self-esteem, and self-confidence.
Gynecomastia Surgery can aid the improvement of self-image and restore healthy socialisation in getting out and interacting with others, barring a sordid feeling of self-consciousness. Many men also find they are more sexually confident post undergoing a Gynecomastia Surgery.
Dr Marco Faria Correa performs not only Plastic Surgery, and Non-Surgical Aesthetics treatments, but also Reconstructive and Microsurgery. He is a pragmatic surgeon who has mastered the minimally invasive and the traditional open methods by applying the latest techniques for properly concealing the scars in the anatomical folds and crease, leaving inconspicuous scars.
He is well-versed in the various benefits and limitations of the different procedures and methods available, hence, he will always take care to consistently advise his patients on what is the best option to achieve the outcome that he/ she personally wants to result in.
For more information about each procedure mentioned in this article, visit www.drmarco.com or call Dr Marco Faria Correa, Internationally Trained Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon with over 30 years of experience on +65 6464 8075, WhatsApp +65 9176 1813, or email [email protected]
