I’ve been getting quotes from plastic surgeons for Gynecomastia surgery (glandular excision & Lipo), and it's always in the $10K range. However the FTM breast reduction is around $8K- How/Why is that???
August 6, 2019
Answer: Gynecomastia Surgery Hello, and thank you for your question. (Keep in mind that an in-person consultation is necessary for the best advice.) The procedures you have described have different indications and are for different patient populations---even though they are somewhat similar. Gynecomastia surgery is more technically demanding because it is done through smaller incisions---resulting in limited visibility and longer time in the operating room. FTM surgery typically is done through larger incisions which reduces the amount of time spent in the operating room---translating into lower costs. There are certainly other factors that play a role in how those plastic surgeons set their fees, but they are beyond the scope of this Q&A. Anyway, if you decide to pursue surgery it’s very important that you find a surgeon whom you are comfortable with and trust and who evaluates you in-person and tailors an individualized treatment plan for you and your aesthetic goals. Best of luck! Matthew A. DelMauro, M.D.
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August 6, 2019
Answer: Gynecomastia Surgery Hello, and thank you for your question. (Keep in mind that an in-person consultation is necessary for the best advice.) The procedures you have described have different indications and are for different patient populations---even though they are somewhat similar. Gynecomastia surgery is more technically demanding because it is done through smaller incisions---resulting in limited visibility and longer time in the operating room. FTM surgery typically is done through larger incisions which reduces the amount of time spent in the operating room---translating into lower costs. There are certainly other factors that play a role in how those plastic surgeons set their fees, but they are beyond the scope of this Q&A. Anyway, if you decide to pursue surgery it’s very important that you find a surgeon whom you are comfortable with and trust and who evaluates you in-person and tailors an individualized treatment plan for you and your aesthetic goals. Best of luck! Matthew A. DelMauro, M.D.
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April 19, 2019
Answer: Price quotes Not sure why you are getting different price quotes. As I can't see any pictures it is hard to give you adviece. The FTM is usually much more expensive then just liposuction for gynecosmastia. Best to see a board certified plastic surgeon.
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April 19, 2019
Answer: Price quotes Not sure why you are getting different price quotes. As I can't see any pictures it is hard to give you adviece. The FTM is usually much more expensive then just liposuction for gynecosmastia. Best to see a board certified plastic surgeon.
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