The story has been kicking around the Internet so long it has the feel of an urban legend: lavender and tea tree oil can cause gynecomastia. Our New York patients and people online ask from time to time—is it true? The answer to this question from our perspective is, “It’s not yet clear.” There... »
After having surgery with another doctor, some men seek our input about revision for male breast reduction. In our New York practice, it’s not unusual for two or three patients a month to ask about a surgical do-over. In some cases, the message we communicate is “no revision is the best revision.” Why is... »
When patients consult us about gynecomastia, they sometimes ask if they can avoid general anesthesia when they elect to have male breast reduction in New York with our team. Most often the answer is an enthusiastic “yes!” We actually prefer to administer “IV sedation,” or anesthesia delivered intravenously, along with a local anesthetic. Also known... »
We perform most plastic surgery procedures, including surgery for gynecomastia, in our New York surgical facility. If you’re researching your options for male breast reduction for the first time, this may surprise you. Many of our patients imagine their procedure taking place in a hospital, and some ask whether an ambulatory surgical facility is... »
What causes male breast enlargement? This is the question we field most often on gynecomastia.org, on other websites and here in our consultation room in New York. Gynecomastia, the medical term for enlarged male breasts, is often genetic in origin. But other factors can influence the development of unwanted “man boobs,” or “moobs.” One of... »
We often answer questions on discussion boards and forums about gynecomastia, and very frequently on gynecomastia.org. We’ve found that one aspect of the recovery process that concerns many patients is swelling after male breast reduction. New York residents and men across the country alike ask about this. Swelling is the body’s natural response to... »
When men come in to consult me about gynecomastia in my New York City offices, one question that’s inevitably on their minds is: Will I look natural after gynecomastia surgery? It’s understandable that patients are concerned about this. After all, many have spent years feeling self-conscious about their physique. The last thing they want... »