Gynaecomastia

The type of anaesthesia will depend on your preferences and your surgical needs. We usually perform this surgery as a day case procedure under general anaesthesia. However, we are also able to perform Gynaecomastia surgery under local anaesthesia for less extensive cases.

The surgeon makes a small incision around the areola to extract the excess glandular and fatty tissue surgically. In some cases, we can use a liposuction technique to minimise scarring. A small metal tube (cannula) sucks out the fatty tissue and glandular tissue. For more excessive tissue growth, we will combine the results. The surgeon will then close the incision with dissolvable sutures.

The procedure is suitable for men who have gynaecomastia, otherwise known as ‘moobs’, or men who wish to eliminate excess fat on the chest. They may be suffering physically, socially and emotionally from this condition.

Most patients will recover within 1-2 weeks after the surgery. You may wish to take a couple of days off work and can resume exercise from between 1-2 weeks post-op.

Most patients will recover within 1-2 weeks after the surgery. You may wish to take a couple of days off work and can resume exercise from between 1-2 weeks post-op.

The operation will approximately take from thirty minutes to one and a half hours, depending on the surgery requirements.

• Hypertrophic scarring
• Contour irregularities
• Asymmetry

Gynaecomastia is usually a result of hormone sensitivity and changes. It can happen in varying degrees, from enlargement in fat and tissue above the nipple to an overall increase in breast size. In more severe cases, the male chest can start to resemble female breasts.

If the condition is affecting you emotionally or socially, you may wish to consider surgery.

Surgery may be necessary when you have a build-up of both glandular breast tissue and fatty tissue. If you have an accumulation of excess fat on the chest due to weight gain, you may not require surgery. You could be a suitable candidate for non-surgical options such as Liposonix, Accent or Aqualyx.

At 111 Harley St., we use advanced technology to significantly enhance our patients’ outcomes and their overall experience. One key innovation is 3D imaging and simulation, which allows both our surgeons and patients to visualise potential surgical results before the procedure. We also include the use of ultrasonic tools such as the piezotome, depending on your needs.