BODY SURGERY

Gynecomastia

Achieve a harmonious chest and a more masculine silhouette.

Overview of
Gynecomastia

Dr Stéphane Raoult performs gynecomastia procedures at the Clinique du Golfe in Gassin, in the heart of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.

Gynecomastia refers to an enlargement of the breast gland tissue in men, often bilateral, firm, and tender. It may be idiopathic, related to a hormonal imbalance, certain medications, or associated with weight gain and pseudogynecomastia (adipomastia). This aesthetic and sometimes painful condition is frequently difficult to cope with, particularly for adolescents.

When no cause is identified or the discomfort persists despite possible treatments, surgery may be proposed to restore a harmonious chest and a more masculine silhouette.

The Care Pathway for
Gynecomastia

Before the Procedure

A preoperative assessment is performed according to the surgeon's prescriptions.

A consultation with the anesthesiologist takes place no later than 48 hours before the procedure.

Certain recommendations must be followed:

Recommendations:

No anticoagulants or products affecting blood clotting should be used, unless otherwise advised by the anesthesiologist.
Smoking cessation is required 3 to 4 weeks before the procedure, due to its impact on healing.
The anesthesiologist will provide specific instructions for this procedure.

The Surgical Procedure

The procedure is performed under general anesthesia.

An incision at the lower edge of the areola allows removal of the breast gland tissue and excess fat.
In cases of fatty gynecomastia, liposuction alone may suffice, with very small scars.
When there is significant skin excess, longer scars may be necessary (peri-areolar, horizontal, or even areola grafting in extreme cases).
A drain may be placed depending on the surgeon's practice.
A shaping dressing and a compression vest (bolero-type) are applied at the end of the procedure.

The duration of the surgery ranges from 1 to 2 hours.

After the Procedure

Pain is managed with analgesics. Swelling, bruising, and difficulty raising the arms are common.

The initial dressing is removed after a few days and replaced with a light dressing and a compression vest to be worn day and night for 3 to 4 weeks.
Time off work varies from 5 to 21 days depending on the case.
Resuming sports is recommended after 2 months.

Scar evolution:

Scars evolve over 12 to 18 months: initially fine, then pink, before gradually fading.
They must be protected from the sun during the first year.

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Fees & Details

Gynecomastia Pricing and Details

Correction of enlarged breast gland tissue in men.

Starting from

3 500 €

Anesthesia

General

Hospital Stay

Outpatient or 1 night

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Frequently Asked Questions

It is an enlargement of the breast gland tissue in men, most often with no identifiable cause. However, it may be linked to a hormonal imbalance or certain medications.

Gynecomastia involves excess glandular tissue that is firm and centered on the areola. Pseudogynecomastia (adipomastia) is an excess of fat that is soft, diffuse, and not centered on the areola. Both conditions can coexist.

Yes, particularly in adolescents where it is often temporary and related to a transient hormonal imbalance and excess weight.

Yes. It is used to investigate a hormonal or tumoral cause, and may include hormone assays, testicular or pituitary ultrasound (to be performed by an endocrinologist).

The procedure is performed under general anesthesia.

An incision at the lower edge of the areola allows removal of the gland and/or fat. Liposuction may be combined to harmonize the area. More significant cases may require longer scars.

Yes. Their length depends on the technique: small scars for liposuction alone, peri-areolar or horizontal scars for more significant cases. They evolve over 12 to 18 months.

Moderate pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty raising the arms are common. A compression garment must be worn day and night for 3 to 4 weeks.

Generally after 2 months, once healing and skin retraction are sufficient.

Yes, for purely glandular forms. However, significant weight gain may cause a new increase in volume in cases of pseudogynecomastia (adipomastia).

Dr Stéphane Raoult welcomes you at his office located in Gassin, in the heart of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, for a personalized assessment of your gynecomastia project.

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