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    Gynecomastia Surgery in Korea: A Firmer, Masculine Chest

    Straighten up your chest with confidence. Male breast reduction that combines liposuction and endoscopic gland removal, tailored to your gynecomastia type.

    Plastic Surgery for Men · Seoul, Korea

    Reviewed by the NANA Plastic Surgery medical team, Seoul, Korea.

    Gynecomastia surgery (male breast reduction) in Korea at NANA Plastic Surgery, Seoul
    Gynecomastia surgery at NANA Plastic Surgery, Seoul.

    A chest that looks developed, feels lumpy, or will not flatten no matter how much you diet or train can make it hard to feel comfortable in a thin shirt. Here at NANA Plastic Surgery in Apgujeong, Seoul, we improve male gynecomastia through combined liposuction and glandular tissue excision, so you can regain confidence with a wider, firmer, and more masculine chest. This guide covers how to recognize gynecomastia, who the surgery suits, how NANA performs it, and what recovery looks like.

    Key Takeaways

    • Gynecomastia is a condition where glandular tissue proliferates and fat accumulates in the male breast, causing development similar to female breast tissue.
    • If the chest remains developed after reaching adulthood, surgical treatment tailored to your type is necessary.
    • NANA combines liposuction with glandular tissue excision, removing gland tissue with an endoscope to minimize damage to surrounding tissue.
    • Zigzag incisions in the armpit or below the areola are used to minimize scarring.
    • Surgery takes about 40 to 50 minutes under general anesthesia, with 1 day of hospitalization.
    • Return to daily life is possible after 1 to 2 days, and only 1 clinic visit is needed for suture removal after 7 days.
    • Wear a compression garment for 2 weeks, and avoid alcohol, smoking, and strenuous exercise for 1 month.
    The Basics

    What Is Gynecomastia? Male Breast Reduction Explained

    Gynecomastia is a condition where proliferation of glandular tissue and accumulation of fat occur in the male breast, causing development similar to female breast tissue. If the chest remains developed even after reaching adulthood, surgical treatment tailored to your type is necessary.

    Because gynecomastia involves both glandular tissue and fat, NANA Plastic Surgery treats it with combined liposuction and glandular tissue excision. Addressing both together allows you to regain confidence with a wider and firmer masculine chest. For an overview of the procedure, see NANA's gynecomastia surgery page.

    Self-Check

    How Do I Know If I Have Gynecomastia?

    Gynecomastia often shows up as a chest that looks more developed than others, lumps you can feel around the chest, chest fat that will not go away with dieting, or lumps from puberty that never disappeared.

    Use this self-diagnosis guide as a starting point. If one or more of these sounds familiar, a consultation can confirm your type.

    • The chest is unusually developed compared to others.
    • Lumps are felt when touching around the chest area.
    • Chest fat does not reduce easily despite weight loss from dieting.
    • Lumps that appeared during puberty do not disappear even over time.
    Gynecomastia sign: chest unusually developed compared to othersGynecomastia sign: palpable lumps when touching around the chest
    Gynecomastia sign: chest fat remains despite weight lossGynecomastia sign: lumps from puberty that do not disappear
    Gynecomastia self-diagnosis guide from NANA Plastic Surgery.
    Candidates

    Who Is Gynecomastia Surgery Recommended For?

    NANA recommends gynecomastia surgery for men who want to stop worrying about their chest line, including those whose chest protrudes through thin clothing, whose nipple area still protrudes after exercise, or whose chest is asymmetrical.
    • You are unable to wear thin clothing due to a protruding chest.
    • Only the area around the nipple protrudes despite weight loss from exercise.
    • Your overall chest area protrudes due to obesity.
    • Your chest looks asymmetrical.
    • Your chest has protruded after long-term medication use.
    Protruding chest visible through thin clothing, a common reason for gynecomastia surgeryNipple area that still protrudes despite weight loss from exercise
    Overall protruding chest due to obesityAsymmetrical male chest appearance
    Common reasons men consider gynecomastia surgery at NANA.
    The NANA Approach

    Why NANA's Gynecomastia Surgery Is Different

    NANA's gynecomastia surgery is built on accurate diagnosis of your gynecomastia type, techniques developed through years of body contouring expertise, and an endoscopic approach that protects surrounding tissue.

    Why NANA Plastic Surgery's gynecomastia and male chest reduction surgery is special

    1:1 Personalized Customization

    We accurately diagnose your gynecomastia type and provide customized surgical treatment tailored to your individual needs.

    Board-Certified Plastic Surgeons

    Special surgical techniques developed by our board-certified plastic surgeons through years of expertise in body contouring.

    Minimal Scarring

    Zigzag incisions are made in the armpit or below the areola to minimize scarring.

    Minimal Tissue Damage

    Glandular tissue is removed with an endoscope, minimizing damage to surrounding tissue and reducing pain and bruising for a faster recovery.

    Learn more about NANA's medical staff on our doctors page.

    At a Glance

    How Long Does Gynecomastia Surgery Take? Male Chest Reduction at a Glance

    Gynecomastia surgery at NANA takes about 40 to 50 minutes under general anesthesia, with 1 day of hospitalization. Most patients can return to daily life after 1 to 2 days.
    Gynecomastia SurgeryDetails
    Surgery duration40 to 50 minutes
    AnesthesiaGeneral anesthesia
    Hospitalization1 day
    Suture removalAfter 7 days
    Return to daily lifeAfter 1 to 2 days
    Clinic visits1 visit (suture removal)

    Not sure which type of gynecomastia you have? Send us your photos from the front, 45 degrees, and side, and our English-speaking team will review them with the doctors.

    Timeline

    Gynecomastia Surgery Recovery Timeline

    Most patients return to daily life 1 to 2 days after gynecomastia surgery, have sutures removed and can lightly shower at 7 days, finish wearing the compression garment at 2 weeks, and resume strenuous exercise, alcohol, saunas, and swimming after 1 month.
    WhenWhat to expect
    Day of surgery40 to 50 minute surgery under general anesthesia, with 1 day of hospitalization. Start wearing the compression garment.
    1 to 2 daysReturn to daily life is possible. Bruising, swelling, and firmness in the chest are normal and improve gradually.
    7 daysOne clinic visit for suture removal. Light showering is possible after the sutures are out.
    2 weeksContinue wearing the compression garment consistently until 2 weeks after surgery.
    1 monthAvoid alcohol, smoking, strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, extensive arm use, saunas, jjimjilbangs, and swimming pools until 1 month after surgery.
    Safety

    NANA's Safe Surgery System for Gynecomastia

    Every gynecomastia surgery at NANA follows a safe surgery system: precision pre-operative diagnosis, surgery customized to your chest shape and glandular size on ultrasound, operating room surgeon disclosure, a dedicated care team, and professional post-operative safety systems.

    Precision diagnosis system

    We conduct precision diagnosis through pre-operative examinations for systematic and accurate surgery, so that results are safe and high quality.

    Precision diagnosis before gynecomastia surgery at NANA Plastic Surgery

    Personalized, customized surgery

    We perform surgery considering individual chest shape and glandular size on ultrasound. Through personalized surgery, we create a natural and masculine chest line.

    Operating room surgeon disclosure

    NANA implements an operating room surgeon disclosure system to transparently disclose the surgeon's name, prevent potential medical accidents, and provide proper post-operative care.

    Dedicated care system

    From consultation through surgery to post-operative care, our dedicated medical team manages each patient's care according to their specific characteristics, for safer and higher-quality results.

    Post-operative care

    The operating room and surrounding areas are equipped with professional safety systems, including safe anesthesia systems and uninterruptible power systems. NANA also operates a care center with post-operative recovery management and swelling management systems. Read more about NANA's safe surgery system and after care program.

    Post-operative care and recovery management at NANA Plastic Surgery Seoul
    Recovery

    What Is Recovery Like After Gynecomastia Surgery?

    After gynecomastia surgery, wear a compression garment for 2 weeks, expect some bruising and swelling that improves over time, and avoid alcohol, smoking, strenuous exercise, saunas, and swimming pools for 1 month.

    Compression garment

    Please wear a compression garment for 2 weeks after surgery. To reduce swelling and bleeding in the chest area and support stable skin re-adhesion, wear the prescribed compression garment consistently for 2 weeks.

    Bruising and swelling

    Bruising and swelling may occur at the surgical site. Bruising, swelling, and firmness may appear in the chest area after surgery and will gradually improve over time. Please be careful not to irritate the surgical area.

    Showering and daily life

    Showering is possible after suture removal. Light showering is possible after suture removal around 7 days after surgery. Please avoid saunas, jjimjilbangs, and swimming pools for one month.

    Alcohol and smoking

    Please refrain from alcohol and smoking for 1 month after surgery. Alcohol and smoking have adverse effects on bleeding, wound healing, and infection, so avoid them for 1 month.

    Exercise and strenuous activity

    Please avoid strenuous exercise for 1 month after surgery. Avoid strenuous exercise, lifting heavy objects, and activities requiring extensive arm use that could irritate the chest area for 1 month.

    FAQ

    Gynecomastia Surgery in Korea: Frequently Asked Questions

    What is gynecomastia?
    Gynecomastia is a condition where glandular tissue proliferates and fat accumulates in the male breast, causing development similar to female breast tissue. If the chest remains developed after reaching adulthood, surgical treatment tailored to your type is necessary.
    How do I know if I have gynecomastia?
    Common signs include a chest that is unusually developed compared to others, lumps felt when touching around the chest, chest fat that does not reduce despite weight loss from dieting, and lumps that appeared during puberty and have not disappeared over time.
    Can exercise or dieting fix gynecomastia?
    Not always. Gynecomastia involves glandular tissue as well as fat, so chest fat may not reduce easily despite weight loss from dieting, and some men find that only the area around the nipple still protrudes after losing weight through exercise.
    How does NANA perform gynecomastia surgery?
    NANA Plastic Surgery combines liposuction with glandular tissue excision. The glandular tissue is removed using an endoscope to minimize damage to surrounding tissue, which reduces pain and bruising for a faster recovery.
    Where are the incisions made for gynecomastia surgery?
    To minimize scarring, NANA makes zigzag incisions in the armpit or below the areola.
    How long does gynecomastia surgery take?
    Gynecomastia surgery at NANA takes about 40 to 50 minutes under general anesthesia, with 1 day of hospitalization.
    When can I return to daily life after gynecomastia surgery?
    Return to daily life is possible after 1 to 2 days. Sutures are removed after 7 days, and only 1 clinic visit is needed for suture removal.
    How long do I need to wear a compression garment after gynecomastia surgery?
    Please wear the prescribed compression garment consistently for 2 weeks after surgery. It reduces swelling and bleeding in the chest area and supports stable skin re-adhesion.
    When can I shower after gynecomastia surgery?
    Light showering is possible after suture removal around 7 days after surgery. Saunas, jjimjilbangs, and swimming pools should be avoided for one month.
    When can I exercise after gynecomastia surgery?
    Please avoid strenuous exercise, lifting heavy objects, and activities requiring extensive arm use for 1 month after surgery, as these could irritate the chest area.
    Can gynecomastia surgery correct an asymmetrical chest?
    An asymmetrical chest appearance is one of the cases NANA recommends gynecomastia surgery for. Surgery is planned around individual chest shape and glandular size on ultrasound to create a natural, masculine chest line.
    What type of anesthesia is used for gynecomastia surgery?
    Gynecomastia surgery at NANA is performed under general anesthesia. The operating room is equipped with safe anesthesia systems and uninterruptible power systems.
    How many clinic visits are needed after gynecomastia surgery?
    Only 1 clinic visit is needed after gynecomastia surgery at NANA, for suture removal after 7 days.
    Is there bruising or swelling after gynecomastia surgery?
    Bruising, swelling, and firmness may appear in the chest area after surgery and will gradually improve over time. Wearing the compression garment for 2 weeks helps reduce swelling and bleeding.
    Why should I avoid alcohol and smoking after gynecomastia surgery?
    Alcohol and smoking have adverse effects on bleeding, wound healing, and infection, so it is recommended to avoid them for 1 month after surgery.

    If you are considering gynecomastia surgery in Korea, our team is happy to help you find the approach that suits your chest type.

    Visit NANA Plastic Surgery
    78-14 Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (in front of Exit 3, Apgujeong Rodeo Station)
    Phone: +82 2 544 0601

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    Medical disclaimer: This article is for general information only and does not replace medical advice. All surgical procedures carry risks, and suitability can only be determined through a personal consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon at NANA Plastic Surgery. Individual results vary.

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