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Gynecomastia Resources for You
By the time they consult us about male breast reduction, our New York patients have typically done quite a bit of research. Nearly all of them tell us they began their journey on the Internet, so we thought we would use our blog to make note of some resources for men who are just... »
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... »
Embarrassed After Gynecomastia Surgery?
Many men we work with arrive at the decision to have surgery for gynecomastia in New York in stages. Although most are quite unhappy about their man boobs, it’s common for men to see the procedure as a big step. Some initially view plastic surgery as mainly for women. Of course, there are a... »
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... »
Preparing for Gynecomastia Surgery
You’ve chosen your gynecomastia surgeon and scheduled the procedure. Now that you’ve made the important decisions, you’re excited and perhaps a little apprehensive about your upcoming male breast reduction surgery. How can you best use these next few days or weeks? We suggest it’s time to prepare for gynecomastia surgery. Use the time before... »
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... »