Male Breast Reduction in Concord
Men often desire a sleek, straight shape that emphasizes muscle structure and a masculine figure. If enlarged male breasts, also known as gynecomastia, are keeping you from feeling confident in your appearance, male breast reduction surgery could be the solution you’ve been looking for.
Dr. Eric Mariotti is dedicated to providing a customized treatment plan and results to everyone who walks through the door. A board-certified plastic surgeon serving the Bay Area, Dr. Mariotti has helped hundreds of men achieve their ideal look with the help of male breast reduction.
Whether your gynecomastia is caused by excess fat, glandular tissue, or a combination of both, our practice offers customized surgical solutions tailored to your body. The goal is to help you achieve a more masculine chest contour and feel confident in your appearance. With a personalized approach and years of specialized experience, you’ll receive care designed to support not only your physical goals but also your everyday comfort and self-image.
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Male Breast Reduction at a Glance
What is Male Breast Reduction?
Male breast reduction, also known as gynecomastia surgery, is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess fat and glandular tissue to create a flatter, firmer chest. This treatment is ideal for men who want to restore a more masculine contour and feel more confident in their appearance. At his Concord practice, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Eric Mariotti performs male breast reduction for patients from Walnut Creek, the East Bay, and beyond.
How Does Male Breast Reduction Work?
Male breast reduction is typically performed using advanced liposuction, surgical excision, or a combination of both techniques. Your unique anatomy will be carefully evaluated to determine the most effective approach for your chest contouring goals. The procedure is done under general anesthesia at Premier Surgery Center, a fully accredited outpatient facility in Concord. Every step is tailored to deliver safe, natural-looking results that restore confidence and enhance your physique.
Benefits of a Male Breast Reduction
Many men describe male breast reduction as a life-changing procedure that restores both physical comfort and emotional confidence. Benefits include a firmer, flatter, and more masculine chest shape, the ability to wear fitted clothing without self-consciousness, and relief from any physical discomfort caused by excess tissue. The results are long-lasting and can significantly improve the quality of life, helping you feel more comfortable in your body every day.
Can Male Breast Reduction be paired with other treatments?
Yes. Many men choose to enhance their results by combining gynecomastia surgery with additional body contouring procedures, such as liposuction of the abdomen or flanks. This pairing creates a more balanced and sculpted upper body appearance. During your consultation, you’ll receive expert guidance to create a treatment plan that aligns with your individual goals and delivers comprehensive, natural-looking results.
The Best Candidates
Even with a healthy diet plan and exercise routine, some men find that getting rid of excess fatty tissue in their chest area is difficult or even impossible. If this is the case for you, you could be a great candidate for male breast reduction.
In most cases, gynecomastia surgery is combined with liposuction to maximize your results and achieve a smooth, chiseled appearance.
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Before & After
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Before, During, and After
What To Expect Before a Male Breast Reduction
You’ll begin with a detailed consultation with Dr. Mariotti, where you’ll discuss your medical history, review realistic outcomes, and receive pre-op instructions. He’ll ensure you’re fully informed and comfortable moving forward. You may be asked to avoid certain medications and maintain a stable weight prior to surgery.
What To Expect During a Male Breast Reduction
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia at Premier Surgery Center in Concord. Depending on your specific needs, a combination of liposuction and tissue excision may be used to remove excess fat and glandular tissue. Small incisions are placed in discreet areas to help minimize visible scarring while allowing for precise reshaping of the chest. After brief monitoring in recovery, you’ll be cleared to return home the same day with detailed post-operative care instructions.
What To Expect After a Male Breast Reduction
Recovery after male breast reduction is similar to that of liposuction. Most men are able to return to desk jobs within just a few days after their procedure, although Dr. Mariotti will ask that you refrain from performing strenuous exercises or activities for the next few weeks.
As you heal from your procedure, you may notice some swelling, bruising, and discomfort, but these side effects should gradually resolve themselves over the next days and weeks.
Wearing a compression garment for several days following your male breast reduction can help to minimize swelling and complications as you recover. You can expect to gradually resume physical activity over the next weeks, with Dr. Mariotti’s guidance.
Wearing a compression garment during the initial phase of recovery helps reduce swelling, support your new chest contours, and minimize the risk of complications. As healing progresses, you’ll gradually return to normal activities under your surgeon’s guidance. Follow-up visits at our Concord office will ensure that your recovery stays on track and your results continue to develop as expected.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gynecomastia is often related to genetics and/or hormonal imbalances, but it can also be caused by certain medications and obesity.
Generally speaking, it’s best to wait until you are at least 18 years old to consider getting a male breast reduction, as your body may still be developing prior to hitting this milestone.
Board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery is one of the most important qualifications to check for when choosing a plastic surgeon. Reading online reviews can also help, as well as looking at before and after photos and meeting with your prospective plastic surgeon in person.
Incisions made during male breast reduction are typically small and inconspicuously placed. Ideally, any scars should heal up to nearly invisible, although everyone’s recovery experience is a bit different.
Any glandular tissue or fatty tissue removed from your chest is gone for good. However, you can still gain weight in the future, so it’s important to maintain healthy eating and exercise habits to enjoy your results long-term.
Even with a healthy lifestyle, some men find it difficult; or even impossible; to reduce stubborn chest fullness caused by fat or glandular tissue. If you’re in good overall health, near your ideal weight, and struggling with persistent gynecomastia despite diet and exercise, you may be an excellent candidate for male breast reduction surgery.
You’ll have some swelling and soreness, but most men return to normal routines within a week.Â
Liposuction removes soft fat, while excision removes dense glandular tissue; often used together for the best contour.Â
Yes, the removed tissue won’t grow back. Maintaining your weight will help preserve long-term results.Â
As with any surgical procedure, potential risks include swelling, infection, bleeding, or uneven contour. However, choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in gynecomastia surgery significantly reduces these risks. At our Concord practice, male breast reduction is performed with meticulous attention to safety and aesthetic detail to help ensure optimal outcomes and patient satisfaction.Â
*Information for education only, not meant as a guarantee of results. Your results may vary. Unless otherwise noted, images on this site are of models.
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