Male Breast Reduction in Valencia California, Also known as Gynecomastia, is a condition relatively common in adolescent boys, and 90% of the time symptoms disappear in a matter of months, or, as adolescence wanes, a few years later. But the remaining 10% are burdened with a social handicap that causes a deep and complex shame, and puts one's relationship with one's body at risk. There are several possible causes including puberty, steroid abuse, obesity, tumors, genetic disorders, chronic liver disease, aging, etc.

In cases of obesity, weight loss can alter the gynecomastic condition, but for many it will not eliminate it. For all other causes, surgery is the only known physical remedy. Once the physical encumbrance is lifted, psychological scars still need to be addressed. One must come to terms with one's body, accept it, and heal the wounds from the past. Patients who desire a Male Breast reduction can usually solve these problems as well as improve your apearance and self esteem. Male Chest Surgery in Valencia can be performed at almost any age, However, Surgery may be discouraged for Overweight men who have not first attempted to correct the condition with proper diet, exercise and weight loss. Also, your doctor may discourage the surgery if the patient consumes alcohol in excess or uses marijuana as these drugs, along with others such as anabolic steroids, have been linked to gynecomastia. Patients are first encouraged to stop the use of these substances to see if the problem diminishes before surgery is considered an option.

During the complimentary consultation with Dr. Hu, you will be asked about your desired results what you would like to see improved. This will help your plastic surgeon to understand your expectations and determine whether they realistically can be achieved. Once your goals have been determined and realistic expectations have been discussed you will set a date for this procedure in Valencia and will be given instructions about how to prepare.

When the date for your Male Breast reduction in Valencia has arrived, you should plan on the surgery taking several hours or more. The most common method of reducing the Male Breasts involves excising or cutting out excess glandular tissue. The excision may be performed alone or in conjunction with liposuction. A typical procedure includes an incision made in an inconspicuous location - usually on the outer edge of the areola or in an area under the arm. Through this incision, the surgeon removes excess glandular tissue, fat and skin from around the areola, the sides and bottom of the breast. Major procedures that involve the removal of a significant amount of tissue may call for larger incisions resulting in more conspicuous scars. In cases where large amounts of fat and tissue need to be removed, the skin may not adjust well to the samller size of the breast. In these cases, excess skin is removed to allow the remaining skin to firmly re-adjust to the new breast shape and size.

It is important to follow any instructions your physician, Dr. Hu, may give you following your Male Breast Reduction in Valencia. Patients should be aware that soreness will be present after the operation and that moderate to heavy physical activity following the operation should be avoided for a period of time.

When it comes time for your surgery, your surgeon, Dr. Hu, will talk to you before taking you back to the operating room. The procedure is done under general anesthesia and may take several hours. After the procedure, patients often experience soreness for a few days but are usually back to their normal lives within a few days and back to moderate exercise routines within a couple of weeks. Pain following the surgery can be minimized by medications prescribed by your doctor.

It is important to follow any instructions your physician, Dr. Hu, may give you following your breast lift in Valencia. Patients should be aware that soreness will be present after the operation and that moderate to heavy physical activity following the operation should be avoided for a period of time.

Dr. Hu specializes in procedures relating to plastic surgery including procedures such as face lifts, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), forehead lifts, chin/cheek augmentation, breast augmentation, breast lifts and reduction, rhinoplasty, otoplasty (ear pinning), liposuction, tummy tucks, arm lifts, thigh lifts, and body lifts. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about a breast augmentation, please contact us today.

Valencia Plastic Surgery offers all aspects of cosmetic and plastic surgery and serves Valencia as well as its surrounding communities, such as Antelope Valley, Simi Valley, and Bakersfield.

For Male Breast Reduction surgery in Valencia, California Contact Plastic Surgeon Dr. Hu by Email or contact us by phone at (661) 222-1122