Gynecomastia is a medical term that comes from the Greek words for "women-like breasts." Gynecomastia is actually quite common and may affect only one breast or both. There is no known cause in the vast majority of cases, and surgery is the only known physical remedy. In cases of obesity, weight loss can alter the gynecomastia condition, but for many it will not eliminate it.
Gynecomastia can be emotionally devastating. A man or boy with gynecomastia struggles with anxiety over such simple acts as taking off his shirt at the beach. For men who feel self-conscious about their appearance, breast-reduction surgery can help. The procedure removes fat and or glandular tissue from the breasts and in extreme cases removes excess skin, resulting in a chest that is flatter, firmer, and better contoured.
Gynecomastia can be performed under general anesthesia or under local anesthesia with intravenous sedation and takes between 1 and 2 hours. Reduction of breast volume can many times be accomplished with ultrasound assisted liposuction. In some cases, a small incision may need to be made in order to remove tissue directly. In rare cases, skin may be removed from around the areola.
Initial recovery time is from 7 to 10 days. The complete recovery time is from 4 to 6 weeks. This means no heavy exercise such as lifting weights, vigorous workouts at the gym, or any other strenuous activity. It may take at least 6 months to a year for the final results.
After surgery, your chest will be flatter, firmer, and better contoured. The results of the procedure are significant and permanent, if a stable weight is maintained. If your expectations are realistic, chances are good that you'll be very satisfied with your new look.
An upper arm lift, or brachioplasty, reduces excess sagging skin and fat from the upper arms that is due to aging or weight loss. Liposuction can be performed at the same time in order to maximize results.
The procedure is usually done under general anesthesia and takes about 3 hours. The location and length of the incision are dependent on the amount of skin to be removed. Through the incisions excess skin and fat are removed and deep tissues are tightened.
After the procedure, dressings and bandages may be applied to the incisions. Initial healing occurs in 10-14 days. Most bruising and swelling disappear in 3-4 weeks.
After the surgery, you will have slimmer, firmer and more youthful looking arms. Scars will be hidden in the arm pit or on the inside of the arm but will be visible.
Post-operative complications vary from patient to patient and can be reduced by closely following your surgeon's instructions before and after the surgery.
Author Resource:-
Dave Stringham, the President of LookingYourBest.com writes about plastic surgery in Glendale, Arizona and plastic surgery procedures such as male breast reduction, brachioplasty, tummy tuck, liposuction, nose job, and facelift.
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