Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia)
Gynecomastia surgery removes excess male breast tissue to restore a flatter, more masculine chest contour.
Improve Contour and Chest Symmetry
Gynecomastia can affect men at different stages of life, creating a chest contour that feels out of proportion with the rest of the body. Because it frequently involves glandular tissue as well as fat, it doesn't reliably respond to exercise. Male breast reduction restores balance by removing the excess tissue and refining the chest into a flatter, more structured contour. The goal is a natural, masculine shape consistent with your build.
Common Concerns
Common concerns include:
Excess fullness in the chest area
Lack of definition despite exercise
Imbalance between chest and overall physique
Sensitivity or discomfort in the area
Self-consciousness in fitted clothing or shirtless settings
What The Procedure Does
Male breast reduction removes excess tissue to restore a flatter, more masculine chest contour.
The treatment can:
- Removes excess glandular tissue, fat, or both
- Refines the chest contour for a flatter, more masculine shape
- Improves definition where fullness hasn’t responded to diet or exercise
- Blepharoplasty
- 63 year old female
- 1 week post op
- Case #36
- Blepharoplasty
- 63 year old female
- 1 week post op
- Case #36
- Blepharoplasty
- 32 year old female
- 1 month post op
- Case #32
- Blepharoplasty
- 58 year old female
- 3 weeks post op
- Case #41
Your Consultation
We evaluate:
- Chest composition, fat versus glandular tissue
- Skin quality and elasticity
- Overall body proportions
You will receive:
- A personalized treatment plan
- Clear expectations for contour and recovery
- Honest guidance on achieving natural definition
Recovery
- First few days. Swelling, tightness, and mild discomfort. A compression garment supports healing.
- About one week. Swelling and bruising begin to improve. Early contour changes may be visible.
- Two to three weeks. Bruising fades and most return to daily activity.
- Four to six weeks. Most swelling resolves and the chest contour becomes more defined.
- First few days Swelling, tightness, and mild discomfort are expected. A compression garment is typically worn to support healing and contour.
- About one week Swelling and bruising begin to improve. Early contour changes may be visible, though the chest is still settling.
- Two to three weeks Bruising fades, and swelling decreases significantly. Most patients return comfortably to normal daily activities.
- Over time Most swelling resolves, and the chest contour becomes more defined. Activity levels can gradually return to normal.
What results to Expect
- A flatter, more defined chest contour
- Improved proportion with the rest of the body
- Increased comfort in clothing and movement
- A more masculine appearance without excess fullness
Who This Is For
If chest fullness hasn’t responded to diet or exercise and affects your confidence in fitted clothing or shirtless settings, gynecomastia surgery is worth discussing. It’s one of the more commonly performed procedures in male aesthetic surgery.
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The staff was warm, professional, and incredibly attentive. Dr. Burko took the time to understand exactly what I wanted, explained the procedure in detail, and made sure all of my questions were answered. Their knowledge, experience, and honest recommendations gave me total peace of mind.
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