GYNECOMASTIA IN TURKEY

What is gynecomastia surgery in Turkey?

Gynecomastia surgery reduces breast size in men, flattening and enhancing the chest contours.

In severe cases of gynecomastia, the weight of excess breast tissue may cause the breasts to sag and stretch the areola (the dark skin surrounding the nipple). In these cases, the position and size of the areola can be surgically improved and excess skin may be reduced.

Plastic surgery to correct gynecomastia is technically called reduction mammaplasty.

What is gynecomastia?

Gynecomastia is a condition of overdeveloped or enlarged breasts in men that can occur at any age. The condition can be the result of hormonal changes, heredity, obesity, or the use of certain drugs.

Gynecomastia can cause emotional discomfort and impair your self-confidence. Some men may even avoid certain physical activities and intimacy simply to hide their condition.

Gynecomastia is characterized by:

Gynecomastia surgery candidates include:

You are physically healthy
You have realistic expectations
You are bothered by the feeling that your butt is too small
You are unhappy with the roundness or general shape of your butt
Your butt is asymmetrical

Who is a good candidate for a buttock lift?

Men whose condition cannot be corrected through alternative medical treatments
Healthy individuals who do not have a life-threatening illness or medical conditions that can impair healing
Men with a positive outlook and specific goals in mind for improving the physical symptoms of gynecomastia
Men who are physically healthy and of relatively normal weight
Men who have realistic expectations
Men whose breast development has stabilized
Men who are bothered by the feeling that their breasts are too large
Adolescents may benefit from surgery, although secondary procedures may be needed in the future should breast development continue

What should I expect during a consultation for Gynecomastia?

Your plastic surgeon will also:

Evaluate your general health status and any pre-existing health conditions or risk factors
Examine and measure your body, this may include detailed body measurements
Discuss your body lift options
Recommend a course of treatment
Discuss likely outcomes of gynecomastia correction and any risks or potential complications
Discuss the use of anesthesia during your procedure

It’s very important to understand all aspects of your surgical procedure. It’s natural to feel some anxiety, whether it’s excitement for your anticipated new look or a bit of preoperative stress. Don’t be shy about discussing these feelings with your plastic surgeon.