What to Expect Before and After Male Breast Reduction Surgery

Introduction: Ready to Reclaim Your Masculine Chest?
What Is Male Breast Reduction Surgery?
What to Expect Before Male Breast Reduction Surgery
What Happens on the Day of Surgery?
What to Expect After Male Breast Reduction Surgery
What Are the Results and Long-Term Expectations?
Are There Risks or Side Effects?
How Do You Choose the Right Surgeon?
Conclusion
FAQs

Introduction: Ready to Reclaim Your Masculine Chest?

Tired of hiding behind loose shirts or feeling embarrassed by excess chest fullness? Gynecomastia (male breast enlargement) can affect confidence—but you have options. At Allure Medspa, Mumbai, Dr. Milan Doshi has helped thousands of men achieve a flatter, firmer chest with advanced male breast reduction. With 15,000+ cosmetic surgeries, he understands your goals and guides you at every step.

This guide gives you an expert, transparent look at what to expect—before, during, and after your surgery.

What Is Male Breast Reduction Surgery?

A safe, day-care procedure that removes excess gland and/or fat to create a natural, masculine chest contour.

Treats true gynecomastia (gland) and/or chest fat (with liposuction)
Local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia
Techniques: power-assisted liposuction, gland excision—or a combination

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What to Expect Before Male Breast Reduction Surgery

1) First consultation

Medical history and goal setting
Chest examination: is it fat, gland, or both?
Gynecomastia grading and tailored plan
Expectation setting (realistic, natural results)
Clear cost estimate and timeline

2) Pre-operative investigations

Hormonal profile if indicated (testosterone, estrogen)
Chest ultrasound when gland is suspected
Routine tests (CBC, ECG, blood sugar, clotting)
Baseline photos for progress comparison

3) Preparation in the days before surgery

Stop smoking and alcohol for ~2 weeks
Avoid blood-thinning medications as advised
Follow fasting rules for anesthesia

What Happens on the Day of Surgery?

Same-day, minimally invasive, with discharge within hours.

Arrive fasting as instructed
Typical duration: 60–90 minutes
Gland removal via a tiny periareolar incision (edge of areola)
Liposuction through a ~3–4 mm entry point (if needed)
Compression garment applied immediately

What to Expect After Male Breast Reduction Surgery

Immediate recovery

Mild swelling and bruising for 3–10 days
Compression garment supports healing and shape
Oral pain control for 3–5 days
Avoid heavy chest workouts for 3–4 weeks

When can you return to work?

Desk jobs: 2–3 days
Physically demanding roles: 7–10 days

Follow-ups

Day 3–4 check-up
Day 7–8 suture review/removal (if non-dissolvable)
1-month and 3-month progress reviews with photos

What Are the Results and Long-Term Expectations?

Visible improvement within 1 week; best contour by ~3 months
Permanent when weight and hormones remain stable
Scars are concealed along the areola and fade over months
Major boost in body image and wardrobe freedom

Are There Risks or Side Effects?

Risks are low in experienced hands and with accredited facilities.

Temporary numbness, tightness, or soreness
Irregular contour or asymmetry (uncommon, correctable)
Hypertrophic scarring (reduced with early scar care)

How Do You Choose the Right Surgeon?

Board-certified plastic surgeon with focused gynecomastia experience
Ask to see verified before-and-after photos
Assess hygiene, anesthesia safety, and accreditation
Review patient testimonials and outcomes

Meet your surgeon: Dr. Milan Doshi – Allure Medspa, Mumbai »

Conclusion

Gynecomastia doesn’t define you. With the right plan and specialist care, male breast reduction can restore a naturally masculine chest—and your confidence.

Book your consultation with Dr. Milan Doshi