Male Chest ("Man Boobs") Reduction

Between 40-60% of men suffer from ‘man boobs', also known as gynaecomastia.  Male chest reduction is one of the most popular male surgical procedures.

Who is it suitable for?

If you simply can't lose the fat around your "man boobs", or you lose weight but your "man boobs" remain, you may be suitable for this procedure.  It isn't for anyone who has lost a large amount of weight and has been left with excess skin and fat as this will require a different procedure.

What can I expect?

The procedure can be performed under local anaesthetic.  It usually takes 1-2 hours.

First of all your surgeon will make a small cut around the lower nipple, and then carry out liposuction or vaser liposuction to remove the excess fat.  Dissolvable stitches are generarally used.  These will disappear on their own.  You might have some blood-stained fluid directly after your operation, and this is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about.

If you choose to have vaser liposcution, this method helps to tighten the skin as it uses an ultrasonic technique which assists with skin retraction.  It should be noted that vaser liposuction costs slightly more than liposuction.  However, recovery is usually quicker as it's a less invasive operation.

Possible Risks and Side-effects

Bruising and Swelling

You can expect to have some bruising and swelling for up to 14 days.  Wearing a support garment (see ‘Recovery') and taking Arnica tablets helps with this.

Discomfort

You will be given some painkillers, and when you have finished them you can take over-the-counter painkillers to help with any further discomfort.

Infection

The incision is very small and usually heals on its own.  It is very rare for an infection to occur as you will also be given a course of antibiotics to take when you are discharged after the procedure.

Recovery

We'll give you advice about looking after yourself and we'll also arrange a date for a follow-up appointment to check your progress.  As you've had an anaesthetic you will need to arrange for someone to take you home and look after you for 24 hours.

At your pre-operative assesment you will be measured for a support garment which you'll need to wear night and day for a week, and then for a further three weeks during the day. This will help your skin to retract back to your new contours.  Wearing this garment is a very important part of your recovery.

It's important to keep the garment on until your first post-operative appointment.  Until then you can keep clean by strip washing - avoid baths and showers and keep the area dry and covered.

We will advise you about when you should return to work. depending on your job, but you should plan to take up to a week off.  It's important to avoid bending and heavy lifting for at least 48 hours.

Success Rate

This is a very successful procedure which gives men a considerable boost in self-confidence, enabling them to wear tighter T-shirts and to go swimming which previously they may have avoided.

Impartial and informative cosmetic surgery consultation

As every person has individual requirements, it is vitally important to discuss your goals and expectations before making a decision. We want you to be fully and properly prepared and we'll answer all your questions and concerns.

Our cosmetic surgery consultations are held at our Brighton clinic. They're totally confidential and there's absolutely no obligation. Contact us today for friendly, helpful advice or to book a consultation: Call on 01273 604444, email us or fill in our contact form.

Our commitment to you

Everyone has individual needs. You're unique and we'll treat you that way. At A New You, we know it's vital to discuss your goals and expectations carefully with experts before making a decision.  We understand this could be the most important decision you've ever made, and can be life-changing. We're respectful and discreet at all times, and we provide top-quality advice and service in our conveniently located Brighton clinic, for both cosmetic surgery and our extensive range of cosmetic treatments.

Whatever you want, we promise you'll be fully prepared and properly informed.  We'll answer all your questions and concerns so that you can make an informed decision, and after your treatment, you will receive excellent after-care.  You can trust us to be your local, first-choice cosmetic surgery and treatment partner.