Is Gynecomastia Surgery Safe?
Gynecomastia surgery is considered one of the safest cosmetic procedures with a high success rate and low Gynecomastia Surgery risks—when performed by an expert. At Allure Medspa, we follow international safety standards, and our complication rate is less than 1% in over 1,500+ procedures.
But like any surgery, there are potential risks. Let’s explore them—and how to prevent them proactively.
Top 6 Gynecomastia Surgery Risks (And How We Prevent Them)
i. Seroma (Fluid Collection Under Skin)
- What it is: A pocket of clear fluid that collects under the chest skin.
- Prevention:
– No-drain technique with tissue adherence
– Proper compression garment usage - Treatment: Usually resolves on its own or with aspiration.
ii. Hematoma (Internal Bleeding or Large Bruise)
- What it is: A buildup of blood causing swelling, pain, and discoloration.
- Prevention:
– Avoid blood-thinners pre-op
– Meticulous bleeding control during surgery - Treatment: May require minor drainage if large.
iii. Crater Deformity (Overcorrection or Tissue Deficit)
- What it is: A sunken or hollowed appearance beneath the areola due to over-removal of gland or fat.
- Prevention:
– Layered sculpting technique—not flat removal
– Preservation of natural fat under nipple when needed
– Performed only by experienced gynecomastia surgeons - Correction (if needed):
– Fat grafting or minor revision surgery after 6 months
Crater deformity is the most avoidable yet most common aesthetic issue when surgery is done by inexperienced or non-specialist hands.
iv. Nipple Sensation Changes
- What it is: Temporary numbness, tingling, or hypersensitivity in the areola.
- Prevention:
– Nerve-sparing technique around the nipple
– Avoiding aggressive cautery use - Treatment: Typically resolves in 3–6 months.
v. Chest Asymmetry or Uneven Contour
- What it is: One side appearing flatter or bulkier than the other.
- Prevention:
– Symmetrical tissue removal with real-time measurements
– Dual correction: liposuction + gland removal - Treatment: Minor revision if asymmetry persists after full healing.
vi. Thick, Pigmented or Raised Scars
- What it is: Hypertrophic scarring or dark lines around the areola.
- Prevention:
– Hidden periareolar incision placement
– Scar-minimizing sutures and post-op silicone therapy - Treatment: Laser, steroid injection, or scar revision if needed.
How Dr. Milan Doshi Prevents These Complications
- 1,500+ gynecomastia surgeries with <1% complication rate
- Advanced techniques: HD lipo + gland removal, no-drain method
- Expert anatomical judgment to avoid crater deformity
- Customized post-op care: compression, scar care, follow-ups
- NABH-accredited facility with international hygiene standards
Learn more: Post-Operative Care for Gynecomastia »
