Male Breast
Reduction Surgery
in Sacramento

Over half of the male population will experience excess breast tissue, a condition referred to as gynecomastia, in their lifetime. Gynecomastia can be seen in one or both breasts and can involve excess fatty tissue (pseudogynecomastia) or the combination of enlarged breast tissue and fatty tissue (true gynecomastia).

The enlargement of breast tissue can be a source of emotional, psychological, and physical distress for many men. Surgery to remove the excess tissue will restore a masculine chest appearance and have a profound impact on self-confidence.

Dr. Davis performs male breast reduction surgery to address both types of gynecomastia by removing the excess skin and glandular tissue and reshaping the chest area for a more masculine appearance. During your consultation with Dr. Davis, he’ll discuss your areas of concern, assess the degree of your enlarged breasts and recommend a treatment plan to get you closer to your ideal figure.

Dr. Davis is committed to getting you the results you deserve and the body you want. Contact Dr. Davis or call 916-318-5770 to schedule your one-on-one consultation today!

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During Your Consultation

During your gynecomastia consultation, Dr. Davis will assess the shape, volume, and symmetry of your chest and areolas as well as if there is excess skin that needs to be treated. He will then describe to you which technique is needed to give you the result that you want. Dr. Davis will want to know if you currently use or have used anything that can cause the growth of male breast tissue such as steroids or marijuana. You can also share and specific concerns and have all of your questions answered.

Technique

Prior to going into surgery, Dr. Davis will measure and mark your chest. These marking serve as a guide in surgery to insure the best possible shape and symmetry. Using incisions that are well hidden along the bottom border of the areola, the excess breast tissue is removed, and the excess fatty tissue is treated with liposuction. If there is excess skin, that will also be excised and enlarged areolas can be made smaller. The surgery takes around 1-2 hours and is performed under general anesthesia.

Recovery

After surgery you will be placed in a compression garment and return to the office the next day for us to check on you. Sometimes drains are needed to remove extra fluid during that first week. We will continue to check on you as you recover and are of course here and available any day if you have any questions or concerns. Recovery from gynecomastia is quite rapid. You’ll feel sore for a few days but will be feel good within a week. Change in nipple sensitivity

after surgery is common and often returns to normal in a few months. Scars are the most noticeable around 6 weeks and then will begin to fade. After the first week, you can gradually increase your activity level, and strenuous exercise can resume at 6-8 weeks. The compression garment should be worn for 6 weeks.

MALE BREAST REDUCTION QUICK FACTS

Quick facts

RECOVERY

5-7 days

DURATION

1-2 hours

WHAT IT DOES

Removes excess male breast tissue and skin to improve the contour of the chest.

Q&A WITH DR. DAVIS

Can gynecomastia go away without surgery?

Sometimes if gynecomastia occurs during adolescence, it may resolve after puberty. But in most instances, the breast tissue is permanent and surgery is the only way to treat it.

Does gynecomastia surgery leave scars?

If you don’t need excess skin removed, the scars needed to remove the excess breast tissue are very small and often hidden under the areola. If you need skin excised, then that requires a longer scar, but they are worth it to achieve a better chest shape and contour.

What causes gynecomastia?

Growth of the breast tissue can result from hormonal changes, side effects from medications, or the use of marijuana or anabolic steroids, but in many instances, the cause is unknown.

Can the breast tissue and fat grow back?

Most of the time, one surgery is all that is needed to correct gynecomastia and remove the tissue permanently. There are some times however where more tissue can grow back, especially if someone continues to use steroids or marijuana. If it does recur, surgery can be performed to remove the tissue again.

Why Choose
Dr. Davis

Dr. Davis believes that every patient is unique, and he uses a personalized, individual approach for each consultation and surgery. With his caring commitment to each one of his patients, he is dedicated to helping you achieve beautiful, natural results.

Dr. Davis is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 10 years of experience. He specializes in aesthetic surgery of the face, breast, and body.
His medical training and artistic eye blends art and medicine and science to create beautiful, natural-looking results.
From the initial consultation to the last postoperative visit, Dr. Davis and his staff are committed to making every patient feel comfortable, cared for, and listened to.

Dr. Davis believes that every patient is unique. With his caring commitment to each patient, he is dedicated to helping you achieve beautiful, natural results.

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You deserve to love the body you’re in. Through his experience with a range of body contouring options, Dr. Davis will make every effort to give you the result you are looking for.

Written By: Dr. Drew Davis

Dr. Drew Davis completed his residency in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Stanford University Medical Center and is proud to be board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. After practicing for many years in the Bay Area, Dr. Davis has chosen private practice in the Sacramento area to allow him to provide the most personal and individualized patient care.

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Male Breast Reduction Surgery in Sacramento, CA

Gynecomastia – many times, it’s about more than appearance. Gynecomastia is excessive male breast tissue and for some men a source of shame, embarrassment and frustration. At the office of Dr. Drew Davis in Sacramento, we focus on men with gynecomastia who want to attain a more toned and masculine chest – while also reclaiming their confidence.

Why Choose Male Breast Reduction

Experience: Dr. Davis has expertise in male chest contouring to provide the most accurate results.
Personalized Treatment Plans: No two patients have the same chest anatomy or goals, and we treat them as such.
Less Invasive Choices: We are able to offer less invasive options which leave smaller scars and have quicker recovery times.
Confidential & Discreet: We realize that this is private and we ensure your privacy during of the consultation.

Benefits of Male Breast Reduction

Enhanced Chest Shape: A more firm & flat chest that has masculine contours.
Increased Confidence: Freedom to wear tight clothes and join in on activities without feeling like you are being judged!
Improved Posture & Comfort: Relief for physical discomfort from large breasts.
Results That Last: With proper diet and exercise regimen, results can be natural looking and long lasting.

How the Surgery Works

Step 1: Consultation & Evaluation – Evaluation of the structure of your chest, and have a discussion about expectations and mode of operation.
Step 2: A Tailor Made Surgical Plan – Decide on the type of procedure, location of incisions and amount of tissue to be removed.
Step 3 Surgery and Recovery Guidance – Done in a safe sedation with post-operative instructions for the best result.
Step 4: Check-In, Support – Regular contact to help track recovery and desired outcome.

Your Journey to a Confident Chest

When you visit Sacramento plastic surgeon Dr. Drew Davis, male breast reduction is not just a treatment; it’s an exercise in body-confidence redemption! We want to make you feel confident and comfortable in your skin, with a healthy, masculine-looking chest.

Don’t wait any longer, take the first step today. Book a consultation and you could start seeing results sooner than you think.

Male Breast Reduction Surgery in Sacramento