How can the crater deformity be corrected from my gynecomastia surgery? (Photo)

March 19, 2022
Asked By:_Hexagone_ in La Celle-sous-Gouzon, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

I've had a gynecomastia surgery for gland removal in 2019. However, it has left a significant crater deformity on both sides. What is the best treatment to achieve a smooth, round and fuller contour? Do I need some liposuction around my areolas or instead fat grafting to fill the craters? If filling is required, what is the best procedure: fat injections or using fat flaps?

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March 22, 2022

Answer: Probably need liposuction

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Scott W. Vann, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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March 22, 2022

Answer: Probably need liposuction

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Scott W. Vann, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 26, 2022

Answer: Gynecomastia results

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 26, 2022

Answer: Gynecomastia results

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 22, 2022

Answer: Crater deformity

Tim Neavin, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
March 22, 2022

Answer: Crater deformity

Tim Neavin, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Answer: Liposuction First

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Answer: Liposuction First

March 23, 2022

Answer: Fat graft

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Answer: Fat graft

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