San Francisco Gynecomastia Surgery

Although rarely talked about, gynecomastia, or “woman-like breasts” or “moobs,” is a common condition affecting nearly 40 to 60 percent of the male population. There are many factors that play into the cause of this condition, such as genetics, drug and alcohol abuse, and/or steroid use. If you would like to alleviate the embarrassment of this condition, you have the option of undergoing male breast reduction surgery (“gynecomastia surgery”).

It is important that you find a plastic surgeon who is experienced and knowledgeable in surgery for gynecomastia; Miguel A. Delgado, M.D., F.A.C.S., at Marin County Surgery Center is a gynecomastia surgeon who has extensive training in male breast reduction surgery, with more than 20 years in cosmetic surgery.

The Gynecomastia Surgery Procedure

Male breast reduction involves the removal of glandular fatty tissue through surgery. Ultrasound assisted liposuction (“lipoplasty”) may also be performed during gynecomastia plastic surgery in order to remove surrounding fatty tissue and reshape the contour of the chest area. Dr. Delgado, our San Francisco gynecomastia surgery professional, has treated multiple cases. If you choose to undergo gynecomastia surgery in San Francisco with Dr. Delgado you can anticipate pleasant, personalized care in a private setting at his state-of-the-art surgical facility.

When coming in for a consultation, you can go over the details of the gynecomastia procedure and discuss your goals with Dr. Delgado. Our Bay area gynecomastia surgery specialist will strive to meet your plastic surgery goals. During your visit regarding gynecomastia reduction surgery, you can discuss the details of gynecomastia cost, which is dependent on your surgery plan, anesthesia, and hospital fees.

To see samples of male breast reduction patients, feel free to view gynecomastia surgery before and after photos. You may also watch some of the featured male breast reduction videos on his website.

Dr. Delgado is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). He is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the California Society of Plastic Surgeons (CSPS), and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). Featured on BBC and Discovery Australia, Dr. Delgado is reputable for providing satisfactory gynecomastia treatment results.

To schedule a consultation with Dr. Delgado, you can call his Novato office at (415) 898-4161 or his San Francisco office at (415) 989-2221. You may also send your gynecomastia questions via our quick contact form or send an e-mail to info@dr-delgado.com.

All men with enlarged breasts are candidates but the more extreme cases of gynecomastia will require more extensive surgery and possibly skin excision. It is important for the patient to be healthy and emotionally stable. Men whose gynecomastia is exacerbated by drugs should take this into consideration prior to surgery.

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