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How Long Does Male Breast Reduction Surgery Take?
When our New York male breast reduction patients ask how long surgery will take, our answer is—as you might guess—“it all depends.” Like almost any kind of surgery, some procedures are more complicated and take longer than others. The spectrum goes something like this: Liposuction only: In the rare cases in which there’s no... »
Speaking Out for Adolescents with Gynecomastia
We are always pleased when we come across good information published covering teen gynecomastia. The fact is, adolescent gynecomastia—including enlarged male breasts in young men just past puberty—is quite common. Unfortunately, the condition is not necessarily well understood, even by physicians, and all too often young men are given misinformation. To be fair, some... »
Help Me Find a Gynecomastia Specialist!
There was an interesting discussion on gynecomastia.org early this month. A man with gynecomastia, not a New York or California resident, apparently, asked those of us who support the site to “cough up” names of our “competitors.” He expressed frustration in trying to find gynecomastia experts close to home without help from plastic surgeons... »
It’s All About the Contour
There are many accomplished plastic surgeons in New York, and gynecomastia surgery is performed by most. So why is it important to seek a plastic surgeon who’s a male breast reduction specialist? The most critical reason to find a highly experienced gynecomastia surgeon can be expressed in just one word: contour. The key to... »
Gynecomastia Surgery: A Custom Fit
If you visit a prospective gynecomastia surgeon who can tell you exactly what he or she will do during your procedure, and/or who performs just about the same procedure on every patient, you may want to think twice before signing up for a surgery date. It would be a good idea to get a... »
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... »
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... »