Can CoolSculpting Help Get Rid of Fat in Men's Breast?

CoolSculpting is excellent for gynecomastia!  We treat many male’s suffering from this condition and have seen excellent results.  Men appreciate the fact that they can come into our office, be treated in a private room, and leave the office with minimal discomfort and no downtime.  

Although CoolSculpting is an excellent, non-invasive fat reduction technology, it is not FDA approved for use of the male chest. For excess fat and male breast tissue, I recommend gynecomastia surgery, which involves the suctioning of fat and excess breast tissue through a cannula.  These cannulas are specifically designed for gynecomastia surgery, as regular liposuction cannulas are not effective.  I prefer to not make any incisions around the nipple/areolar complex so my patients do not have visible scars.  With gynecomastia surgery, the results will be instant, and patients have little downtime. For optimal results you must have an in-person evaluation.  I suggest you contact a board certified plastic surgeon with experience as well as the proper surgical instruments.  

CoolSculpting may be used off label for pseudogynecomastia on males.  You would need to be evaluated by a physician to see if this is the best treatment option for you.  There may be a better surgical option depending on the make up of the breast and the amount of fat/breast tissue present.

CoolSculpting can be a good option for men who only have fat in the breasts. A CoolSculpting provider would need to physically assess you first to make sure you are a good candidate for the procedure.

Coolsculpting is not FDA approved for treatment on male breasts in the US, however we have had very good results doing the treatment off label.  As long as the breast tissue is fat (known as psuedogynecomastia), vs. glandular breast tissue (gynecomastia), Coolsculpting will be quite effective.  Of course it is necessary to have a consultation/examination by an expert Coolsculpting practice to determine if you are an appropriate candidate.  Hope that helps.
Thank you for the question,
Dr. Paul Flashner