Breast reduction surgery, or reduction mammoplasty, can reduce the size and eliminate the unsightly appearance of very large breasts. By removing excess skin, fat, and breast tissue, Dr. John LeRoy can significantly reduce the amount of physical and psychological pain that patients with overly large breasts can suffer. Men with excessive breast tissue (a condition known as gynecomastia) can also benefit from breast reduction surgery at our practice in Atlanta, Georgia. Male breast reduction is an excellent solution for men who suffer from the self-consciousness associated with gynecomastia.
The benefits of breast reduction for women are twofold: breast reduction can both reduce the amount of physical pain that women suffer due to very heavy breasts and eliminate the unwanted attention that exceptionally large breasts attract. Many breast reduction candidates experience severe back pain, especially when their breasts are disproportionately large compared to their bodies. Back, shoulder, and neck pain, as well as breathing difficulties and poor posture, can be relieved through surgery at our Atlanta practice. Breast reduction candidates also find that they are much less self-conscious after surgery; they are able to carry on their daily lives without worrying about the attention that their breasts once drew.
Often, patients who choose to have breast reduction patients also choose to have breast lift surgery. A breast lift adds firmness and shape to breasts that were once very saggy, and can trim away any excess skin that remains after breast reduction surgery. If you are planning on reducing your breasts by several cup sizes, breast lift surgery may be a good option.
Men who suffer from excessive breast tissue, a condition known as gynecomastia, can experience tremendous psychological suffering during the teenage years and well into adulthood. The causes of gynecomastia are not entirely known, and while some theories attribute the development of male breast tissue to heredity, many cases cannot be pinpointed on one particular factor. Our Atlanta, Georgia practice offers male breast reduction surgery for men who suffer from the self-consciousness that gynecomastia can cause.
Treatment for Gynecomastia
If a patient is overweight, excess male breast tissue can often be addressed through weight loss alone. However, if a patient is already at a healthy weight and excessive breast tissue persists, breast reduction surgery is usually the best option. During surgery, Dr. John LeRoy removes excess fat and tissue from the breast area and tightens and lifts the remaining skin and tissue. He may also use targeted liposuction to sculpt the remaining tissue and obtain optimal aesthetic results.
Because cases of gynecomastia can vary significantly in their severity and causes, it is important that you speak with your physician and schedule an in-depth consultation with Dr. LeRoy at his Atlanta office. Male breast reduction can be an extremely rewarding procedure, but it does require careful planning and a thorough medical evaluation.
Contact Dr. John LeRoy in Atlanta, Georgia to discuss female and male breast reduction. During your consultation, Dr. LeRoy and you will discuss your medical history and your reasons for seeking treatment to ensure that you achieve the best results possible.
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