Male Chest Reduction Surgery After Weight Loss
An unwanted side effect of losing weight for men can be redundant skin in the chest area. If this is an issue for you, don't hesitate to come in and consult with Dr. Kaufman in Sacramento about plastic surgery after weight loss. He is experienced in working with both men and women who have shed dozens — even hundreds — of pounds and he's very familiar with the after effects. He's a skilled and caring surgeon who is committed to helping you achieve your goals.
When you were heavy, ironically, the extra tissue around your chest area wasn't remarkable. You were carrying around excess weight everywhere, and a large chest was part of the package. Now that you have worked hard and succeeded in coming back from obesity, the last thing you want is empty skin that hangs from your torso. Join patients from Redding to Reno who have sought post weight loss plastic surgery with Dr. Kaufman to reveal the slim shape hidden underneath that extra skin.
Candidates for Male Chest Reduction in Sacramento
Candidates for male breast reduction have skin envelopes, or flaps, that hang loose and flaccid on their chest wall. They're often interested in arm surgery as well, which can sometimes be performed in the same operation. If you're considering one or both, you should be at or near your normal weight and committed to maintaining your new shape over time.
You should also have realistic goals for the procedure, and a good understanding of the potential risks and complications. Though they occur rarely, there are risks common to any surgery, such as infection and blood clots, and risks specific to chest reduction including asymmetry and changes in nipple sensitivity.
Dr. Kaufman will order basic medical tests to ensure your nutrition level, liver function and other key indicators of surgical readiness are normal.
Male Chest Contouring Surgery and Recovery
Chest contouring surgery takes a few hours. It's performed under general anesthesia, most often in an outpatient surgical center. The procedure involves reducing the skin envelope around the chest and slightly vertically repositioning the nipple and areola. Liposuction is often included to resculpt the chest area.
Initial recovery takes place over one or two weeks, when light activities can be gradually resumed. More strenuous activities, including heavy lifting, can be added back in to your routine in about four to six weeks as you complete your full recovery.
When men succeed in losing large amounts of weight, they very often commit to maintaining their new shape with exercise and a variety of physical activities. Imagine what it would be like to swim, work out at the gym and play team sports again without worrying about your unsightly chest. Call (916) 235-8838 and schedule an appointment with Dr. Kaufman to discuss post weight loss plastic surgery in Sacramento. He can help you complete this key step in your weight loss journey.
