Before Gynecomastia Surgery
The Importance of Before and After Gynecomastia Photos
There’s a reason before and after plastic surgery photos are some of the most highly-trafficked pages on plastic surgeons’ websites: patients are naturally curious about what they might achieve if they should elect to go under the knife. We find this to be the case with just about every procedure patients are interested in,... »
Your Physical Condition and Gynecomastia Surgery
“I’m a vegetarian, do I still qualify for gynecomastia surgery?” “I’m a social drinker, what do I need to know about alcohol consumption and male breast reduction?” We’re always pleased when we hear questions like these from patients seeking treatment for gynecomastia in New York, or online at gynecomastia.org. Men who wonder about how... »
Male Breast Reduction and Insurance
If you think dealing with man boobs couldn’t be any more frustrating, perhaps you haven’t contacted your insurance company about coverage yet. We’ve heard all kinds of stories—many of them discouraging—from our New York gynecomastia patients and online in forums like gynecomastia.org. Unfortunately, convincing your carrier to cover even a portion of the cost... »
Gynecomastia Surgery and Hormone Levels
Here in Manhattan, gynecomastia patients tend to be fairly savvy about their condition. Many are aware that hormones almost always play a role in man boobs. That’s why some people we work with ask whether it would be a good idea to see an endocrinologist and have their hormone levels tested. We understand the... »
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... »
Gynecomastia Surgery and Your Skin
Men tend not to think about their skin too much, but it is definitely a factor when it comes to male breast reduction. Our New York patients often don’t bring up the topic in consultation with us, so we make sure to discuss the role of skin elasticity in gynecomastia surgery with each one.... »
Gynecomastia and Other Medical Conditions
The questions we field about man boobs run the gamut–whether we are responding to postings on community-oriented sites like gynecomastia.org or seeing New York gynecomastia patients in our offices in Manhattan. One question that’s brought up fairly often is whether gynecomastia surgery can still be performed if a patient has another medical condition. Our... »
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... »
Teen Gynecomastia
For most young people, adolescence is a difficult time of life. For young men who develop man boobs, the teen years can be devastating. Increasing numbers of teens come to our offices in New York for gynecomastia consultations, and we see firsthand how the condition impacts their activities and self-confidence. The causes of gynecomastia... »
One-Sided Gynecomastia: Some Surprises
If you have one-sided gynecomastia, we have information to share that may surprise you. We understand that having one man boob that’s bigger than the other can be extra distressing. That’s why we hasten to tell our New York gynecomastia patients that one-sided gynecomastia is not that rare. We see many cases of lopsided male... »