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Chest
Chest - Following major weight loss the
appearance of a mans chest may be changed. Usually what occurs is
a lot of loose hanging skin overlying the pectoralis major muscle
or chest area causing an unattractive appearance to the chest. The
extra skin can be removed in a similar surgery to a breast mastopexy.
The different techniques used are based on each individuals needs.
In some male weight loss patients they do not have
hanging skin, but they have residual fat and or breast tissue remaining
on the chest which is referred to as gynecomastia. This condition
can be surgically corrected with either liposuction to the chest
area or excision of breast tissue.
For more detailed information and photos go to
www.GynecomastiaExpert.com
Chest Surgery
Cosmetic surgery after weight loss - Surgical
Solutions For Weight Loss Patients
Male Breast reduction and or Lift
Gynecomastia General Information: Gynecomastia
is the enlargement of the breast in males. This can be due to actual
breast tissue or fat. Whatever the cause this tissue is the source
of embarrassment and occasional pain. It can be removed via liposuction
alone or in combination with excision. Incisions are inconspicuous
and patients can quickly return to work.
Male Breast Lift General Information: Male
breast lift is performed when the appearance of the chest is aesthetically
unappealing due to loose hanging skin and or tissue. The chest lift
or mastopexy is a procedure to reshape the breast and create or
restore a more pleasing youthful appearance The incision site varies
depending on what needs to be accomplished. In some patients, the
scars can be inconspicuously placed along the nipple areolars only.
In more extreme cases where a lot of extra skin needs to be removed
and the chest reshaped it may requite a combination of incisions
depending on the degree of drooping or ptosis of the chest. For
men with a relatively small amount of sag, a skin tightening procedure
can be performed from the axillary area or armpit area to try and
hide the scars. In extreme cases when there are massive amounts
of skin, the hanging skin along the inframammary crease is cut away
so that the chest and skin is flattened. Once a more pleasing chest
contour is created nipples can be free grafted onto the chest area
creating a more masculine and aesthetically pleasing look. Male
incisions are easier to conceal, because they usually have hair
on the nipples, chest and underarms where incisions are made. Dr.
Corbin performs many types of lifts. The operation and or set of
incisions that will give you the best overall appearance will be
determined at the time of your personal consultation. Dr. Corbin’s
surgical goal is to give his patients the best result with the least
amount of scarring. As with any surgical procedure there are potential
risk and complications that will be discussed at your consultation.
Length of Surgery: 1 to 4 Hours
Location: Accredited Surgery Center or Hospital
Anesthesia: General or local with sedation
Recovery Time: The patient can usually return
to work in 5 days to a week depending on the individual. Exercise
and strenuous activity may be done at 4 to 6 weeks following surgery.
Post Operative Results: Each patient heals
differently; however following the surgery patients may experience
temporary pain, swelling, possible bruising, soreness and fatigue.
The small incisions will fade and flatten with time. It has been
our experience that patients are very happy with their post op results
and their new look.
Helpful Surgery Hints: Be in good mental
and physical health. Help improve healing by taking pre and postoperative
vitamins. Maintain a healthy diet, exercise regularly and do not
smoke.
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