Gynecomastia is a fairly common condition that occurs when too much fatty tissue accumulates in the chest. The most common cause of this condition is hormonal fluctuations that occur when an individual is going through puberty. While the tissue might disappear later on in life, many men retain the unwanted deposits of fat for years. Weight fluctuations are another major factor that must be considered. Whenever you gain weight, some of the extra fat could collect in your chest as well as other areas of the body. Unfortunately, getting rid of fat deposits in the chest is a very difficult task, and that is one of the many reasons why plastic surgery for men has become so popular.

 

 

The most common treatment for this condition is gynecomastia surgery, and that simple operation usually only takes an hour or two to complete. During that procedure, the surgeon will essentially use a combination of lift techniques and liposuction to fully sculpt the chest area. Once the patient has been sedated, one or more incisions can be made on either side of the chest. The surgeon is then going to extract some of the excess fatty tissue with a tube known as a cannula. After the fat has been extracted, the surgical team can sculpt the remaining tissue to create a toned and well-balanced appearance. Fully recovering from gynecomastia surgery usually takes between three and five weeks.

 

 

If you aren’t ready to undergo a surgical operation, then there are a few other treatments that you should consider. CoolSculpting has exploded in popularity in recent years, and it is an ideal treatment for localized pockets of fat. That unique treatment is going to destroy the fat cells in your chest by bringing them to a very cold temperature for a short period of time. Once the fat cells have been damaged, your body will attack and metabolize them in a matter of months. While the effects of that procedure aren’t immediate, you should begin to see changes after your first appointment. You can also enhance the results by scheduling follow-up appointments once every few months.

 

 

Everyone deserves to have a body that they can be proud of, and gynecomastia is a frustrating cosmetic problem that could haunt you for years. Luckily, these treatments are more effective than ever, and you could finally have the body of your dreams within days of your appointment. If you would like to learn more about any of these operations, then it is time to contact a skilled cosmetic surgeon who has extensive experience with all of these surgical and non-surgical treatment options. Your surgeon will be able to help you come up with an effective treatment plan that restores the appearance of your chest as quickly and safely as possible.