I had gynecomastia surgery six months ago. The surgeon remove a portion of the glandular tissue and performed Vaser lipo. The surgeon removed/melted too much fat leaving me with a huge crater on one side and a smaller one on the other. I’m lean with not much extra fat. Is there hope for a significant improvement if enough fat can be found?
1 photo
Answers (2)
From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
MOST RECENT
July 10, 2025
Answer: Over resection in male breast, fat and tissue
Hello. Yes, it's normal for gynecomastia surgery and breast liposuction to be quoted separately, as they are distinct procedures. In mild cases of gynecomastia, it can be corrected with liposuction alone if the excess is primarily fatty. However, in more severe cases where there is developed...
An examination is needed to see what might be present other than muscle. If it is not muscle, you may have some residual fat or breast tissue, more likely. I doubt scar tissue would be an issue. Please go back to your surgeon and discuss your concerns.
Just based off your photos (and not a physical exam) - perhaps behind the nipple areola - the surgeon removed a little more than anticipated which allows for the dent look. Open the conversation with them and state that is there any revision or future procedures that can be done to improve this...