Body Surgery for Men
Gynecomastia Surgery in Miami
Male breast reduction with Dr. Tatarian — liposuction, gland excision, or a combined approach to flatten and contour the chest.
About Gynecomastia
Gynecomastia is the development of excess breast tissue in men, often appearing as enlarged, feminized chest contours. It affects an estimated 30-40% of men at some point in their lives — most commonly during puberty, in middle age, or after weight loss. Gynecomastia can be caused by hormonal imbalance, certain medications, anabolic steroid use, marijuana, weight gain, or genetics. While not medically dangerous, it often causes significant self-consciousness, posture issues, and avoidance of activities like swimming or going shirtless. Gynecomastia surgery — also called male breast reduction — flattens and contours the chest using liposuction, gland excision, or both.
How Gynecomastia Surgery Works
Consultation
Your visit begins with a physical examination to determine whether the enlargement is glandular tissue, excess fat, or both. We review your medical history, discuss potential underlying causes, and order pre-operative blood work and clearance so the surgical plan is tailored to your anatomy.
Treatment Planning
- • Liposuction-only approach: for primarily fatty enlargement (pseudogynecomastia)
- • Gland excision: for true gynecomastia involving firm glandular tissue
- • Combined approach: most common — liposuction plus targeted gland excision through a small periareolar incision
- • Skin removal: for patients with significant skin laxity (often after major weight loss — see skin removal surgery)
Procedure Day
- • Performed under general anesthesia at an accredited surgical facility
- • Outpatient — most patients return home the same day
- • Surgical time typically 1.5-3 hours
Recovery & Results
- • Most patients return to desk work in 5-7 days
- • Compression vest worn 24/7 for 4-6 weeks
- • Light cardio resumed at 2-3 weeks; chest exercises restricted for 6 weeks
- • Final shape emerges over 3-6 months as swelling resolves
Candidates for Gynecomastia Surgery
- • Men with persistent enlarged chest tissue that has not resolved with weight loss or time
- • In good general health, non-smokers (or willing to quit before and after surgery)
- • Realistic expectations
- • Stable weight (within 10-15 lbs of goal)
- • Have ruled out reversible causes (medication side effects, anabolic steroid use)
Gynecomastia vs Pseudogynecomastia
Gynecomastia
True glandular tissue enlargement. Feels firm, often centered behind the nipple. Requires excision.
Pseudogynecomastia
Fatty enlargement only — no glandular tissue. Feels soft, distributed across the chest. Treated with liposuction alone.
Most patients have a combination of both, requiring a combined surgical technique to fully flatten and contour the chest.
Insurance Coverage for Gynecomastia
- • Some insurance plans cover gynecomastia surgery when documented as medically necessary (significant chest pain, true glandular tissue confirmed by exam, failed conservative treatment, prolonged duration).
- • Pre-authorization is required and not all plans cover.
- • Eleve Cosmetic Surgery helps eligible patients explore insurance coverage. See our Insurance & Financing page for details.
- • Patients who do not qualify for insurance coverage can finance the procedure through CareCredit, Cherry, or PatientFi.
Gynecomastia Surgery Cost in Miami
Self-pay range: typically $5,500-$9,500 depending on whether liposuction-only or combined gland excision is required. Final pricing is provided after your consultation.
What's Included
Financing
We accept CareCredit, Cherry, and PatientFi to help spread the cost of your procedure into fixed monthly payments. Each provider uses different underwriting criteria, so most patients qualify with at least one. Learn more on our Insurance & Financing page.
Real Transformations, Real Results
See before-and-after results from real Eleve patients. Our gallery includes male chest contouring outcomes alongside our full range of body procedures.
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Why Patients Choose Elevé for Gynecomastia in Miami
- • Board-certified cosmetic surgeon Dr. Gevork Tatarian — experienced in both liposuction and gland excision techniques
- • Coral Gables accredited surgical facility with discreet, on-site recovery
- • Insurance navigation when applicable; flexible financing through CareCredit, Cherry, and PatientFi when not
Ready to Restore Your Chest Contour?
Schedule a private consultation with Dr. Tatarian to discuss whether gynecomastia surgery is right for you.