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Gynecomastia Surgery
Permanent correction of male breast enlargement — restore a flat, masculine chest.
Gynecomastia surgery removes the glandular tissue and excess fat that cause male breast enlargement. Combines liposuction (for fat) with gland excision through a small periareolar incision (for the firm glandular tissue). One of RenovaAura's most-requested male procedures.
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Sessions
1
Downtime
5–7 days; compression vest for 4 weeks
Anaesthesia
Local + sedation, or General
Key points
- Permanent — gland removal cannot recur
- Small (1–2 cm) periareolar scar that fades
- Compression vest essential for skin to redrape smoothly
- Back to office in 5–7 days
Suitable for
- ◍Adult men with persistent breast enlargement
- ◍Both glandular and fatty types
- ◍Hormonal causes ruled out by endocrinologist
- ◍Stable weight
The Process
What happens, step by step.
Step 1
Endocrine workup
Rule out testosterone/oestrogen imbalance before surgery.
Step 2
Surgery
Liposuction of fatty component, then gland excision via periareolar incision.
Step 3
Recovery
Compression vest 24/7 for 2 weeks then daytime for 2 more, sutures out at day 10.
Benefits
Why patients choose this.
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Permanent
Gland removal cannot recur.
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Tiny scar
Periareolar incision fades to near-invisible.
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Confidence restored
Shirts fit better, beach/gym comfort returns.
Frequently asked
Patient questions, answered honestly.
Yes — a 1–2 cm scar around the lower edge of each areola. It fades over 6–12 months to near-invisible in most cases.
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