Understanding Gynecomastia
Gynecomastia is a condition in which male breast tissue becomes enlarged, often due to hormonal imbalances, weight fluctuations, certain medications, or genetics. It can affect one or both sides of the chest and may cause discomfort, self-consciousness, or difficulty wearing certain clothing.
Dr. Iyengar offers precise, effective gynecomastia surgery to restore a flatter, more masculine chest — helping men feel confident and comfortable in their appearance. Gynecomastia surgery—also known as male breast reduction—removes excess tissue and fat to create a flatter, more masculine chest contour.
When should I consider surgery for Gynecomastia?
If you’ve noticed persistent fullness in your chest that doesn’t improve with diet or exercise, or if you avoid certain activities or clothing due to embarrassment, you may be a strong candidate for surgery.
This procedure is often chosen by men who are healthy, close to their ideal weight, and looking for a long-term solution to improve their appearance and confidence.
What are the details of this procedure?
Dr. Iyengar customizes each gynecomastia procedure based on the underlying cause and severity. Treatment may involve:
- Liposuction to remove excess fatty tissue
- Excision to remove glandular breast tissue or correct skin redundancy
In some cases, both techniques are combined to achieve optimal contour. Incisions are small and strategically placed to minimize visibility and support a natural-looking result.
Why choose Dr. Iyengar for this procedure?
As a board-certified plastic surgeon with a reconstructive background, Dr. Iyengar understands both the physical and emotional aspects of gynecomastia. He offers discreet, effective treatment using modern surgical techniques that reduce downtime and produce a well-defined chest.
What does recovery look like?
Most patients return to light activity within a few days and resume full activity within 2–4 weeks. A compression garment is typically worn during recovery to minimize swelling and support healing.
Once swelling subsides, patients enjoy a more contoured chest appearance and often report a significant boost in confidence and comfort in their daily lives.
Check out how our patients looked before and after.
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Michael W
Dr Iyengar did a repair on an old eyelid surgery. Him and his staff were a pleasure to work with and I could not be happier with the results!
Laurie A.
Dr. Raj Iyengar is awesome!!! I had 3 areas of botox today (glabella, crow's feet, and forehead). I had absolutely no pain and zero bruising. He was very informative throughout the procedure, and very kind. A great experience
Christina R.
I am 6 days post brow lift, blephraplasty, nanofat transfer, and neck lipo with Renuvion, and I already see a significant difference. I am SO excited already, and I’m still healing. Dr Iyengar has an incredible bed side manner, remembers little details about his patients, and has an impeccable résumé. I made the right choice trusting him with my face!
Ron L.
I’m glad to have this doctor and his staff on my side. When I heard the words skin cancer I went through a WIDE verity of feelings. I got worse case scenario and it scared me. After some reassurance I felt much better. I’m amazed at the complexity of the surgery and how well everything went. Just 6 weeks after surgery I’m feeling much better about the future look that everyone will see when they see my smiling face. Thanks Dr. Iyengar. I’ll share photos with anyone interested.
Jenny M.
I’m incredibly grateful that I was referred to Dr. Iyengar for my breast reconstruction surgery. From the very first consultation, he has been an absolute blessing throughout the entire process. His kindness, super friendliness (a rare trait), helpfulness, caring nature, and outstanding service are truly remarkable. Additionally, his extensive knowledge and confident responses to my questions, along with his ability to treat me with personable care, make him an exceptional surgeon.
Quality care in all realms of plastic and reconstructive surgery.
We see our patients as individuals, not just cases on the schedule. Dr. Iyengar makes every effort to get to know his patients personally and thoroughly understand their goals. This personalized approach ensures that every patient receives the highest quality care and achieves the results of their dreams! Dr. Iyengar executes every procedure with precision, integrity and utmost care.
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