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661-451-1055The development of male breasts is actually quite common and may be caused by a number of things. Men who feel self-conscious about the size of their breasts can elect to have gynecomastia surgery performed by Dr. Howard Hu of Valencia Plastic Surgery.
Enlarged male breasts are a very common condition, affecting 40 to 60 percent of the male population. A history of cancer, liver disorders, or the use of certain drugs (anabolic steroids, alcohol, estrogen medications, etc.) can contribute to gynecomastia. However, you may be one of the many men Santa Clarita plastic surgeon Dr. Hu treats, who suffers from enlarged male breasts with an unknown cause.
Gynecomastia is the development of what appear to be female breasts in men. It may be caused by excessive weight gain, hormonal imbalances, or taking certain medications. Many times, male breasts do not become smaller whenever the underlying cause of them is corrected, leaving men with no other option than to consider surgery.
Gynecomastia surgery offers many benefits for men who suffer from the condition of overdeveloped breast tissue. Patients who undergo this procedure often report they have increased confidence and feel more masculine, as a result.
Gynecomastia surgery may be performed with liposuction, excision, or a combination of the two. Both procedures can be completed under local anesthesia in a relatively short amount of time.
If liposuction is chosen, Dr. Hu will make several incisions along the side and bottom of the breast.
This will allow him to insert a small, thin tube known as a cannula into the breast to break up fatty deposits and then suction them away.
When performing an excision, a long incision may be made across the breast or in a circular pattern around it. Excess glandular tissue, fat, and skin will then be trimmed and tightly sewn shut. In some cases, the areola may be reduced in size and repositioned to a more natural location on the chest area.
Valencia Plastic Surgery is committed to helping you achieve your aesthetic goals. We work with reputable and user-friendly healthcare financing companies that can make plastic surgery more affordable.
CareCredit® offers a variety of no-interest, low monthly payment plans to help make the cosmetic surgery procedure you’re interested in more affordable. CareCredit® works just like a credit card, so it’s easy to use for additional procedures without having to re-apply. Click here to visit our financing page.
Dr. Hu has completed a two-year fellowship in plastic surgery at UC Davis, where he served as Chief Resident. Since 2003, he has practiced cosmetic surgery exclusively and has earned the reputation of being a highly skilled surgeon with a keen eye for detail. When you choose him for your gynecomastia procedure, you can take comfort knowing you are in caring, capable hands.
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Dr. Hu is proud to have had the privilege of treating patients from many different states, as well as countries.