Other Plastic Surgery Procedures
Hyperhidrosis
Here in our plastic surgery practice in New York, gynecomastia and liposuction are the procedures most male patients consult us about. Of course we work with men who are interested in procedures to treat a variety of other conditions, and hyperhidrosis—or excessive sweating—is one. Primary or Secondary Hyperhidrosis In some cases, excessive sweating is... »
Beyond Gynecomastia Surgery: Cosmetic Procedures for Men
In our last post we discussed torsoplasty, or liposuction of the abdomen, a cosmetic procedure our New York gynecomastia patients frequently have at the same time as male breast reduction. If you’ve been thinking about cosmetic surgery—whether it’s gynecomastia surgery, liposuction or something else—don’t feel shy about consulting a board certified plastic surgeon to... »
Gynecomastia and Liposuction, or Torsoplasty
We’re always happy to field any question about male breast reduction our New York patients want to ask. We’re especially pleased to share good news when someone inquires about re-contouring the abdomen along with reducing man boobs: we can combine gynecomastia surgery with liposuction in most cases. Liposuction around the midsection is called torsoplasty – it includes the entire abdomen and the love... »
Areola Reduction: Do You Need It?
Many gynecomastia patients are concerned about overly large areolas. Therefore, it’s not unusual for patients who make appointments to discuss male breast reduction to ask about areola reduction too. Although we specialize in helping men feel content with their physiques with procedures like gynecomastia surgery, liposuction, torsoplasty and even nipple reduction, we don’t do... »
Nipple Reduction, with Gynecomastia Surgery or on its Own
If you’re bothered by large nipples, do not be embarrassed to seek treatment. We see many cases of overly large nipples annually in our consultation room in New York, with gynecomastia or not, and it’s a good bet almost every other plastic surgeon has too. In fact, large nipples are a fairly common problem... »
Gynecomastia and Liposuction
I was on The Early Show in New York City last Monday (August 9, 2010) to help correct a common misconception and to announce some news about the world’s most frequently done plastic surgery procedures. The common misconception: Many people have the idea that liposuction is a weight loss procedure. Actually, liposuction goes best... »
Gynecomastia’s Bogus Cures
I have often said — and written — the only cure for true gynecomastia is surgical excision of the underlying breast tissue. But it seems like the words of a mere plastic surgeon with 25 years experience treating gynecomastia doesn’t count for much, judging by the tons of advertising that feature a quick and... »
Breast Reductions – for Women, Too
You may already know me through this blog as a plastic surgery specialist who removes large male breasts through gynecomastia surgery. But I also reduce the size of extremely large female breasts – and watch as the patients soon enjoy the medical benefits of the procedure. It’s also a pleasure to know that, more... »
Rhinoplasty: Is that Open or Closed?
You may know me here mostly for gynecomastia surgery but I also do many other plastic surgery procedures. One of my favorite and most frequently performed plastic surgery procedures is the “nose job” or rhinoplasty. Because a human nose is so small and intricate, with many interconnecting tissues, it is something like working on... »