WHAT IT DOES: Removes excess fatty deposits or breast tissue in men.

BEST CANDIDATES: Men with excess fat or breast tissue in the region of the pectoral muscles.

LENGTH: 1 to 2 hours

RECOVERY: Bruising and swelling for up to six weeks.

BACK TO WORK: Depending on the extent of the surgery, up to one week.

COST: $2,450 - $4,750 (plus $500 fee for Anesthesia)

WHAT TO EXPECT: There are a number of reasons for gynecomastia, as previously discussed. To eliminate any underlying causes not attributable to obesity alone, Dr. Giunta will order a complete medical checkup. He will evaluate such things as impaired liver function, excessive use of alcohol or marijuana, estrogen containing medications or anabolic steroids. Overweight men are encouraged to reduce their intake of food and exercise prior to surgery.

Dr. Giunta will make an incision near the armpit, or in the nipple region to have access to the area. He will then use liposuction to remove the localized fatty deposits. If the condition is much more pronounced, Dr. Giunta may elect to remove fat and tissue surgically.

Swelling and bruising are considered normal after the gynecomastia procedure, and generally will disappear completely after four weeks. After the surgery, you’ll be instructed to wear a compression garment and you should not expose the area to sunlight until healing is completed, which can be a period of up to four months.