Male Breast reduction in Sarasota, FL Area

16 year old patient noticed breast enlargement since he was about 14 years old. The speed of onset had been gradual but the patient has since avoided swimming pools due to embarrassment. Gynecomastia (male breast enlargement) can affect both sides of the chest, just the nipple, or the entire pectoral area. On this patient, the amount of breast tissue is moderate and distribution is central and symmetric. Patient elected to have gynecomastia surgery with Dr. Engel. Gynecomastia surgery removes breast tissue and skin, and can involve liposuction, such as this case. Excision of breast tissue and liposuction was performed to reduce enlarged male breasts. Patient is pleased with flat chest made possible by surgery at Sarasota Plastic Surgery Center.