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Gynecomastia Surgery in Montreal

The Masculine Contour: Defined

Why Choose Dr. James Lee Plastic Surgery for Gynecomastia Surgery?

Gynecomastia, or the enlargement of male breasts, can cause both physical discomfort and emotional distress. For men seeking a flatter, more masculine chest, gynecomastia surgery offers a long-lasting solution. At Dr. James Lee Plastic Surgery in Montreal, we specialize in male breast reduction surgery, providing personalized care and precision techniques that remove excess breast tissue, fat, and skin, resulting in minimal scarring and natural-looking results.

With years of experience in treating gynecomastia patients, Dr. James Lee understands the unique challenges associated with this condition. Each procedure is tailored to meet the specific needs of our patients, ensuring a balanced, masculine chest contour. From the initial consultation to post-surgery recovery, we prioritize patient satisfaction and safety to deliver transformative results that restore confidence.

Gynecomastia Surgery at a Glance

  • Duration: 2-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: General or local with sedation
  • Recovery: 2-4 weeks
  • Results: Permanent reduction of excess breast tissue
  • Benefits: Improved chest contour and self-confidence
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Get Gynecomastia Off Your Chest

What is Gynecomastia?

Gynecomastia is the overdevelopment of male breast tissue, often caused by hormonal imbalances, genetics, obesity, or certain medications. It leads to excess breast fat, glandular tissue, and sometimes skin, resulting in enlarged male breasts. This condition can affect one or both breasts, causing physical and emotional discomfort.

While mild cases can improve with weight loss, more severe cases often require male breast reduction surgery to remove excess tissue and restore a masculine chest.

A Firmer, Flatter Feel

What is the Gynecomastia procedure like?

Gynecomastia surgery involves removing excess breast tissue, glandular tissue, and fat to create a flatter chest. Depending on the severity of the condition, the procedure may include liposuction, tissue excision, or a combination of both. Liposuction addresses excess fat, while excision removes glandular tissue and skin, reshaping the chest and repositioning the nipple-areola complex if necessary.

At Dr. James Lee Plastic Surgery, we perform this surgical procedure to achieve a natural, masculine chest contour, which can significantly improve a patient’s self-esteem.

On the day of the procedure, patients will receive either general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. Small incisions are made around the breast or axilla (armpit) to allow access to excess tissue. Liposuction is used for cases involving only excess fat, whereas glandular tissue or excess skin requires surgical removal.

Dr. James Lee sculpts the chest for optimal contour and closes the incisions with sutures. A compression garment is applied to reduce swelling and support the new chest shape during recovery.

Take Control of Your Appearance

What conditions does Gynecomastia address?

Gynecomastia surgery is ideal for men who have:

  • Enlarged male breasts due to excess tissue, fat, or glandular development
  • Excess skin resulting from weight gain or hormone changes
  • Chest asymmetry caused by uneven breast tissue development
  • Severe cases of gynecomastia that don't respond to diet or exercise
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Achieve a Sculpted Chest

What are the benefits of Gynecomastia?

At Dr. James Lee Plastic Surgery, gynecomastia patients can expect expert care, personalized treatment plans, and long-lasting, natural results.

  • Restores Masculine Chest Contour: Removes excess fat, skin, and tissue, providing a flatter, firmer chest.
  • Boosts Confidence: Reduces the emotional distress and embarrassment associated with enlarged breasts.
  • Minimally Invasive Techniques: Procedures are designed to leave minimal scars
  • Long-Lasting Results: The tissue removed is gone for good, and results last for years when maintaining a stable weight and healthy lifestyle.

A More Masculine Look

Am I a candidate for Gynecomastia?

Ideal candidates for gynecomastia surgery are healthy, non-smoking men with realistic expectations. If you have stable body weight, no reversible causes of gynecomastia (such as medication or hormonal imbalances), and are bothered by the size of your male breasts, this surgery can provide lasting results.

Men should have fully developed chest anatomy and should not expect significant future weight gain, as it could affect results.

The Road to Recovery

Gynecomastia Recovery

Recovery from gynecomastia surgery generally takes 2-4 weeks. Patients are advised to wear a compression garment for six weeks to help with swelling and support the new chest contour. Most can return to work within a few days, though heavy physical activity should be avoided for at least four weeks.

Swelling and bruising are common during the first two weeks, but the chest will gradually take on its final, contoured shape over the coming months.

A Refined Approach

Gynecomastia Results

Results from gynecomastia surgery are immediately noticeable, with the chest appearing flatter and more masculine after surgery. The final results will emerge over the next few months as the swelling subsides. Most patients report a significant boost in self-esteem and comfort in their appearance.

These results are designed to be permanent, provided the patient maintains a stable weight and follows a healthy lifestyle.

Gynecomastia Frequently Asked Questions

While rare, complications can include infection, bleeding, scarring, changes in nipple sensation, and asymmetry. Choosing an experienced plastic surgeon like Dr. James Lee reduces these risks.

Scarring is minimal and typically fades over time. Incisions are placed in discreet areas, and scars will be nearly invisible with proper aftercare.

Patients may experience mild discomfort after surgery, which is manageable with pain medications. Most patients feel comfortable after a few days.

Light exercise can be resumed after 4 weeks, but full physical activity, including chest exercises, should wait until 6-8 weeks post-surgery.

In most cases, the results are permanent. However, significant weight gain, hormone changes, or certain medications can cause a recurrence.

Depending on the nature of their job, many patients return to work within 1 week after surgery.

You’ll need to wear a compression garment for six weeks, sleep on your back for four weeks, and avoid strenuous activities.

While you’ll notice a difference immediately, the final results will take shape over several months as swelling decreases.