Is Gynecomastia Surgery Painful?

Some discomfort, swelling, and minor pain are expected after your procedure, though the procedure itself will be pain-free due to the anesthesia. To help with swelling, you’ll be given supportive garments, bandages, and pain medications from Dr. Pirani. This will also help lower the risk of infection and alleviate any potential pain you may feel while in recovery.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

At a minimum, you can expect to have at least six appointments throughout your gynecomastia surgery process. Your first visit will be a consultation with Dr. Pirani, where he will assess your concerns, educate you on the procedure, and determine if you are a good candidate. This will be followed by a pre-operative clearance appointment to ensure you are medically fit for surgery and to address any final questions. The surgery itself will be performed at The Toronto Plastic Surgery Center, after which you will have an initial follow-up to monitor your immediate healing. In addition, you will have at least two more follow-up appointments to assess your progress, ensure proper healing, and evaluate your results over time. Dr. Pirani and his team are dedicated to guiding you through each stage of the process, ensuring the best possible care and outcome.

How Long Until I See Results?

You will notice an immediate improvement after surgery, but swelling and possible bruising may temporarily obscure the final outcome. Over the first few weeks, as the initial swelling subsides, your chest contour will become more defined. Most patients see about 90% of their final results at around six months, but subtle refinements will continue, with the final outcome typically visible at the one-year mark.

Can I Combine Gynecomastia Surgery With Other Procedures?

If you want more dramatic results in your overall look, you can combine gynecomastia surgery with other procedures. Some common combinations include liposuction to sculpt further and contour the chest, a tummy tuck to target extra fat on the abdomen, and skin tightening to remove excess skin (this is especially great if you’ve experienced a major weight loss). At Toronto Plastic Surgery Center, all of these procedures can be performed together, and in any combination, you’d like.

What Are the Risks Associated With Gynecomastia Surgery?

Like any procedure, gynecomastia surgery has general risks, including bleeding, bruising, scarring, infection, and moderate to severe pain. Uneven results or numbness in the area are also possible, though rare. Dr. Pirani, being as experienced as he is, knows how to minimize these risks and will explain exactly how he does this when you discuss your surgical plan.

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Introduction

Shape The Chest With Gynecomastia Surgery

Excess breast tissue in men, known as gynecomastia, is a common condition that can impact confidence and self-image. Dr. Pirani specializes in advanced surgical techniques to create a more sculpted, masculine chest with minimal visible scarring.

As one of Toronto’s leading plastic surgeons, Dr. Pirani tailors each procedure to the patient’s unique anatomy, ensuring natural, well-defined results. With expert precision, he helps men achieve a more contoured chest and renewed confidence.

Overview: From $10,500+ | 1-2 Hour Surgery | Financing as low as $211/month

Before & After Results

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What is Gynecomastia Surgery?

Gynecomastia is the development of excess glandular breast tissue in men, while pseudogynecomastia refers to excess fat in the chest. Both conditions can cause self-consciousness, particularly in situations like swimming or changing in public.

Gynecomastia is a common condition, affecting 32–40% of men, with even higher incidence rates—up to 65%—during puberty. In most cases, puberty-related gynecomastia resolves on its own, but for some men, the condition becomes permanent.

Surgical correction involves removing excess glandular tissue through surgical excision, while liposuction is used for excess fat. Dr. Pirani tailors the procedure to each patient’s unique anatomy to achieve a more sculpted, masculine chest.

What Are the Benefits of Gynecomastia Surgery?

Gynecomastia surgery improves the chest contour, creating a more proportionate and masculine appearance. Many men feel more confident at the beach, in the gym, and in everyday clothing after the procedure. Additionally, some patients experience physical relief, as reducing excess tissue can minimize chafing and discomfort during physical activities.

With a well-defined chest, you can enjoy greater comfort and confidence in your daily life.

Who Are the Best Candidates For Gynecomastia Surgery?

Men with any of the following may be candidates for male breast reduction surgery:

Large breast mounds or excess breast size
Large areola diameter (dark area around the nipple)
Prominent or protruding nipples

In addition, good surgical candidates should be relatively healthy. Smokers should quit smoking for at least 3 to 4 weeks before surgery.

What’s the
First step?

First, speak with a professional, experienced surgeon like Dr. Pirani.

There is a large amount of information to review during a gynecomastia consultation. Your initial consultation with Dr. Pirani will take about 30 minutes while he discusses all of the surgical options relevant to you. Dr. Pirani will then create a custom surgical plan for you. He will go over risks and complications and give you an idea of what you should expect in terms of results and recovery.

Dr. Pirani’s goal is to educate you so that you fully understand your customized surgical plan.

What to Expect on the Day of Gynecomastia Surgery

On the day of your surgery, Dr. Pirani will review your surgical plan with you and go over the techniques that will be used to achieve your ideal chest contour. The approach depends on the amount of excess glandular tissue, fat, and skin present.

Liposuction is often the preferred method for men with excess fat.
Glandular excision is necessary for those with excess glandular tissue, requiring a small incision around the areola to remove the gland.
Combination techniques involving both glandular excision and liposuction may be needed for optimal results.
Extensive cases with significant excess skin, glandular tissue, and fat may require larger incisions to achieve a flatter, more sculpted chest.

In most cases, incisions are discreetly placed at the border of the areola and can be further concealed by chest hair.

Gynecomastia Surgery Recovery

There will be some swelling present for several weeks after your male breast reduction procedure. In most men, some bruising will last anywhere from 1 to 4 weeks after the surgery. Dr. Pirani may have you wear a compression garment for 2 to 6 weeks after the surgery, depending on the amount of tissue removed.

Most men feel well enough to go back to work within 7 to 10 days. Dr. Pirani will see you regularly after your male breast reduction surgery to ensure that you’re healing well and progressing well.

How Much Does Gynecomastia Surgery Cost in Toronto, Ontario?

The cost of Gynecomastia Surgery in Toronto generally starts at $10,500 and can get up to about $12,000 or more depending on the method of surgery used, the skill set of your surgeon, how complex the procedure is, whether additional treatments are being done, and of course medical and facility fees. In your consultation, Dr. Pirani will break down the total cost of your surgical plan and give you an exact estimate while also providing you with financing options if you so desire.

Why Choose Dr. Pirani?

Dr. Asif Pirani has dedicated his career to helping patients achieve the best cosmetic results while maintaining the highest safety, comfort, and discretion standards. Board-certified by the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada, Dr. Pirani teaches at Canadian and American universities and serves as an expert reviewer for The Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery’s official scientific journal. Media outlets and news agencies frequently call upon him for his opinion as an expert plastic surgeon.

Gynecomastia FAQ’S

Some discomfort, swelling, and minor pain are expected after your procedure, though the procedure itself will be pain-free due to the anesthesia.

To help with swelling, you’ll be given supportive garments, bandages, and pain medications from Dr. Pirani. This will also help lower the risk of infection and alleviate any potential pain you may feel while in recovery.
At a minimum, you can expect to have at least six appointments throughout your gynecomastia surgery process. Your first visit will be a consultation with Dr. Pirani, where he will assess your concerns, educate you on the procedure, and determine if you are a good candidate. This will be followed by a pre-operative clearance appointment to ensure you are medically fit for surgery and to address any final questions. The surgery itself will be performed at The Toronto Plastic Surgery Center, after which you will have an initial follow-up to monitor your immediate healing. In addition, you will have at least two more follow-up appointments to assess your progress, ensure proper healing, and evaluate your results over time. Dr. Pirani and his team are dedicated to guiding you through each stage of the process, ensuring the best possible care and outcome.
You will notice an immediate improvement after surgery, but swelling and possible bruising may temporarily obscure the final outcome. Over the first few weeks, as the initial swelling subsides, your chest contour will become more defined. Most patients see about 90% of their final results at around six months, but subtle refinements will continue, with the final outcome typically visible at the one-year mark.
If you want more dramatic results in your overall look, you can combine gynecomastia surgery with other procedures. Some common combinations include liposuction to sculpt further and contour the chest, a tummy tuck to target extra fat on the abdomen, and skin tightening to remove excess skin (this is especially great if you’ve experienced a major weight loss). At Toronto Plastic Surgery Center, all of these procedures can be performed together, and in any combination, you’d like.
Like any procedure, gynecomastia surgery has general risks, including bleeding, bruising, scarring, infection, and moderate to severe pain. Uneven results or numbness in the area are also possible, though rare. Dr. Pirani, being as experienced as he is, knows how to minimize these risks and will explain exactly how he does this when you discuss your surgical plan.

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