Gynecomastia Surgery

In Grand Rapids, MI

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About Gynecomastia Surgery

Insight

Understanding Gynecomastia Surgery

Understanding Gynecomastia Surgery starts with why the chest looks fuller. Some people have extra fat, some have firm gland tissue under the nipple, and many have both. A careful exam helps tell the difference, because the best fix changes based on what is present. Your provider may review health history, hormone shifts, and certain medicines or supplements that can play a role. Treatment may use liposuction to smooth fatty fullness, a small cut to remove firm tissue, or a mix of both. If skin is very loose, a surgeon may also remove skin so the chest lays flatter and looks natural.

For Gynecomastia Surgery, planning is all about shape, symmetry, and keeping scars as hidden as possible. Most incisions are placed at the edge of the areola or in a short fold, then the chest is contoured from the inside out. Liposuction can blend the outer chest, while direct removal targets the tougher center tissue that does not melt with dieting. Some patients also need a small lift of the nipple area when skin has stretched for a long time. Many procedures are outpatient with anesthesia for comfort and steady monitoring. Key risks can include bleeding, fluid buildup, infection, numbness, or uneven healing.

Results from Gynecomastia Surgery are often seen right away, but swelling can hide the final lines at first. You may go home in a compression vest to limit swelling and help the skin shrink down smoothly. Bruising, tightness, and temporary nipple or chest numbness are common early on. Light walking is usually encouraged, while heavy lifting and chest workouts must wait until you are cleared. Many people return to desk work in about a week or two, and the chest keeps refining for several weeks after that. Long-term, staying at a stable weight helps keep the new contour.

Candidate

Who Benefits From Gynecomastia Surgery

Gynecomastia Surgery is often right for adults who still have a puffy or rounded chest even after weight loss and strength training. Many candidates feel self-conscious in fitted shirts, at the beach, or during sports. A good fit is someone in steady health, near a stable weight, and able to stop nicotine before and after surgery. Your surgeon may ask about hormone changes, alcohol or drug use, and medicines that can affect breast tissue, because treating a cause matters too. If the change has lasted many months and does not improve, surgery may be the most direct way to flatten and contour the chest. In Grand Rapids, MI, people often want quick return to active life, so planning time off is part of the consult.

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Approach

What Is The Process For Gynecomastia Surgery

Assessment

Treatment

Follow Up

Assessment

  • Set goals for chest shape

  • Review meds and supplements

  • Discuss causes and lab needs

  • Check skin stretch and fat

  • Plan scar locations

  • Pick lipo vs tissue removal

  • Review recovery and limits

Treatment

  • Arrive with driver and support

  • Mark chest and nipple position

  • Anesthesia for comfort

  • Liposuction to blend contours

  • Remove firm tissue as needed

  • Control bleeding carefully

  • Close incisions with fine sutures

  • Apply pads and compression vest

  • Go home with written steps

Follow Up

  • Wear vest as directed

  • Short walks, no heavy lifting

  • Keep incisions clean and dry

  • Return for checks and drains

  • Ease back into workouts

  • Call for fever or drainage

Journey

Before, During, & After Gynecomastia Surgery

BEFORE: With Gynecomastia Surgery, your consult is the time to be honest about all meds, supplements, and lifestyle habits. You may be asked to pause blood thinners only if your surgeon approves, and to stop nicotine since it raises healing risks. Plan a ride home and a calm first night, because you may feel sleepy and sore. Have a button-up shirt, ice packs, and easy meals ready, and set up pillows to sleep on an incline. Take baseline photos, follow fasting rules if you will have anesthesia, and ask what to expect for swelling, bruising, and time off work.

DURING: On procedure day, your team confirms the plan and works to create a smooth, natural chest line. If fat is a big part of the fullness, liposuction can thin and blend the area through tiny openings. If firm tissue is present under the nipple, a small incision allows careful removal so the center lies flatter. Some patients need both steps for the best contour. Surgeons shape gradually, check symmetry, and avoid over-taking tissue to prevent a hollow look. At the end, incisions are closed, padding is placed, and a compression vest supports the new shape as you wake up in recovery.

AFTER: Expect the first week to include swelling, bruising, and a tight, pressed feeling from the vest. Pain is usually manageable, but you should move gently and take short walks to help circulation. Some people have small drains for a short time to prevent fluid buildup, and follow-up visits guide safe removal. Most return to light work in about 5–14 days, while chest workouts and heavy lifting wait several weeks. Numbness around the nipple or chest can fade slowly over months. As swelling drops, the chest looks flatter and more defined, helping many people feel more comfortable in swimsuits and fitted shirts.

Transformation

Getting Started With Gynecomastia Surgery

Getting started with Gynecomastia Surgery begins with a private consult at Centre for Plastic Surgery where you can talk openly about your goals and what has or has not worked so far. Your provider examines the chest to tell fat from firm tissue, checks skin quality, and explains which technique can best flatten and contour your shape. You’ll review incision options, what scars may look like, and the role of a compression vest in healing. Next, you receive a step-by-step plan for prep, surgery day, and recovery milestones, including when you can return to work and exercise. When your plan fits your life, scheduling is the last step toward a more confident, comfortable chest.

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FAQ'S About Gynecomastia Surgery

How do I know if Gynecomastia Surgery is right for me?

If your chest looks full due to firm tissue, stubborn fat, or both—and it has not improved over time—an exam can confirm what’s driving it and which option fits your goals.

What’s the difference between liposuction and tissue removal in Gynecomastia Surgery?

Liposuction targets softer fatty fullness, while tissue removal targets firmer tissue behind the nipple. Many patients need a mix for the smoothest contour.

How long do I need to wear a compression vest after Gynecomastia Surgery?

Most people wear a compression vest for a set period to reduce swelling and help the skin shrink down smoothly. Your surgeon will give exact timing based on your case.

When can I work out again after Gynecomastia Surgery?

Light walking is usually fine early, but lifting and chest workouts often wait several weeks. Your clearance depends on how you heal and what was done.

Where should I start if I’m looking for Gynecomastia Surgery in Grand Rapids, MI?

Start with a consult to confirm the cause of fullness, review your health history, and get a plan that matches your body and lifestyle. Centre for Plastic Surgery can guide you through the next steps.

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