Male Breast Reduction Surgery San Jose, Bay Area

Breast Reduction

Male Breast Reduction

Regain confidence in your appearance! Male breast reduction surgery is designed to reduce the size of the breasts and improve the appearance of sagging. A male breast reduction performed by a top Bay Area cosmetic surgeon can make a major difference in the way you look and feel. Call our Bay Area cosmetic surgery center today for a free private consultation with Dr. Zandi.

Who is a Good Candidate?

Anyone who has any one or combination of the following:

	Large or womanly looking breasts
	Sagging of the breasts due to excessive weight loss.

Private Consultation:

During your initial consultation you will discuss with Dr. Zandi your past and present medical conditions and current medications. He needs to know if you have hypertension, thyroid problems or diabetes. He should also know about your past surgeries, allergies to any medications, and personal habits such as smoking and drinking. You should let him know if you are planning to lose a significant amount of weight in the future. A physical examination will be performed to measure the amount of tissue to be removed or lifted. Preoperative photographs will be taken. You may be shown before and after photographs. Lab tests, x-rays or EKG may be ordered depending on your general health. At the conclusion of the consultation and physical examination the fees will be discussed with you by the doctor and his staff.

Preparation:

Stop all non-prescriptive medication, diet pills, herbs, and garlic two weeks before surgery.

It is advisable to stop smoking two weeks prior to and two weeks following surgery. Do not drink any alcoholic beverage two days prior to and one week following surgery.

Stop all prescribed or nonprescribed diet products two to four weeks before surgery. Any lab work or mammogram should be taken prior to surgery.

Avoid taking aspirin and aspirin containing products such as Advil and avoid garlic and garlic products two weeks prior to surgery. These products can prolong bleeding and increase bruising. Tylenol may be taken during this period.

For a period of two days before surgery you should wash your entire torso from shoulders to hips (including chest, under arms and sides) for 15 minutes twice a day with Betadine soap. An additional wash should be done just before you come in for surgery. You may use skin care products following these washes, except the last wash before surgery, when no skin care products should be used. If your surgeon has put markings on your breasts the day before surgery, you should be careful not to wash them off.

Do not eat or drink anything after midnight before surgery. You may, however, take prescriptive medication with a small amount of water and brush your teeth the morning of surgery. Wear a loose fitting button or zipper type shirt that does not pull over your head. Loose sweats are recommended as you will be in a compression garment after surgery and clothing may be difficult to get on. Do not wear jewelry or bring valuables.

Please plan to have someone bring you to and take you home from surgery and stay with you the first 24 hours. Notify the office staff of this person's name and telephone number prior to surgery.

Have all prescriptions filled a few days before surgery so they will be available when you arrive home from surgery.

The Procedure:

Male breast reduction is most often performed through ultrasonic liposuction. In some cases when liposuction is not appropriate, open surgery may have to be performed. Suction lipectomy is performed through small incisions on the line under the breast. Open surgery is performed through the lower portion of the areola (the dark skin around the nipple), or in cases of excessive sagging due to weight loss, through the method used for female breast reduction. The operation is performed using general or local anesthesia.

Postoperative Care:

Rest with your head elevated on two or more pillows the evening after surgery. Take pain medication as needed. A slight fever is normal one to three days following surgery.

You will be sent home with bandages over the breasts with sutures and possibly drains underneath. Your physician will instruct you on how to care for your drains and incisions. The drains will be removed in approximately 1 - 2 days. You may shower the day after the drains are removed. Your sutures will be removed in stages between 5 to 12 days. You will receive appointments for these visits.

You are encouraged to walk around the day after surgery for short periods of time. After a few days you should be able to move around easily without assistance. Avoid straining, bending and reaching over your head for a couple weeks, since they may increase the risks of the procedure. You may notice some tingling sensations or electrical shock type feelings in your breasts for a few weeks following surgery. Your nipples may have less sensation for a while following surgery. The incisions may be red and noticeable but will gradually blend in.

Social activity can be resumed in approximately two weeks. You may return to work after two weeks depending on your job. Vigorous exercise should be avoided for up to four weeks. Light exercise can begin in approximately two weeks, which includes walking and bicycling. Sexual activity should be avoided for two weeks. Take precautions and be gentle with your breasts for the first several weeks following surgery. You are encouraged to call the office if you have any questions.

Fees:

Male breast reduction fees are customarily paid two weeks prior to surgery to ensure the patient is sincere in his motivation. The fees include the cosmetic surgeon's fee, the facility charge for a private and fully accredited Bay Area cosmetic surgery center, and the anesthesiologist or certified nurse anesthetist's fee, if general anesthesia is used. Also included are any laboratory tests performed in the office, or use of special equipment. Insurance plans rarely cover cosmetic surgery, but please feel free to ask the office staff if you have any questions in that regard.

We understand that the decision to undergo a male breast reduction is a major one, and we are here to address your concerns and questions. Please call our cosmetic surgery center near San Jose to talk to knowledgeable staff or to set up a free private consultation about your specific procedure. Dr. Zandi is a top-rated, board certified Bay Area cosmetic surgeon whose male breast reduction patients come from all over the greater San Jose and San Francisco regions.