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Saving for Gynecomastia Surgery
It’s no secret that the economy continues to be a challenge for many people. That’s why we’re always dismayed to see patients on gynecomastia.org report that they have lost hundreds of dollars trying pills, diets and other scams to get rid of man boobs. Fortunately, when men are willing to share their experiences on... »
Tuberous Gynecomastia
Men can have tuberous breasts just like some women do, and the condition is equally frustrating for both sexes. Some people learn to make peace with boobs that protrude a little like tubers—hence the name—while others seek cosmetic breast surgery to correct the condition. To get a sense of what tuberous breasts in men... »
Gynecomastia Scars: What to Expect
“Where will the incisions be placed?” “What will my gynecomastia scars look like?” These are questions every man who’s considering male breast surgery asks at some point, whether he’s online doing research at gynecomastia.org or chatting with us in the consultation room in New York. Gynecomastia patients are actually luckier than patients seeking some... »
Achieving Symmetry in Gynecomastia Surgery
Something we expect every one of our New York gynecomastia patients to ask is whether he will look natural after surgery. An attractive chest involves a number of physical attributes, and one of the most important is symmetry. What patients often don’t realize is that perfect symmetry can be tricky to achieve, and the... »
How to Choose a Gynecomastia Surgeon
Whether you live in the Alaskan backcountry or right here in New York, choosing a male breast reduction surgeon may feel somewhat like choosing any professional: it comes down to a bit of a leap of faith. But we’re not talking about your tax return or a new haircut; with plastic surgery your physique... »
Fibrous Gynecomastia? Fat? What is it?!
If you browse sites like gynecomastia.org, you’ll notice many men struggling to understand–even obsessing over–what’s underneath the skin on their chests. We hear this from our New York gynecomastia patients as well: “What is it I feel in there? Do I have fibrous gynecomastia? Are those lumps glandular tissue like women have? Maybe it’s... »
Gynecomastia Surgery: Should You Fly In?
Should you consider flying in to another area of the country for gynecomastia surgery, or any other procedure? Of course, only you can decide what’s right for your unique needs. But just as plastic surgery is becoming more commonplace and plastic surgeons more plentiful, it’s also more routine for patients to travel to work with the... »
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... »
Causes of Gynecomastia: Lavender and Tea Tree Oil?
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... »
Gynecomastia Surgery: To Revise or not to Revise?
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... »