How can I fix botched donut lift gynecomastia removal? (Photo)

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Hello, 4 months ago I had donut lift to address excess skin issue and gynecomastia removal. I am not happy with the results. What operation can fix this outcome? Thanks Last 3 photos before the operation.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Based on these photos it appears that scar around areola is the major issue. It takes 1-1,5 years for scar to mature in your age group. Scar is going to improove significantly in particular if you start using scar tapes. Good luck.

Bryan Curtis, MD · Answer

Correcting a botched donut lift procedure for gynecomastia removal can be challenging, but here are some general steps you might consider:1. Consult with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon: Seek out a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon who specializes in revision procedures and has experience with gynecomastia correction.2. Assessment of Current Condition: The plastic surgeon will assess the current state of your chest and determine the extent of the botched procedure, identifying any asymmetries, excess skin, or other issues.3. Develop a Customized Treatment Plan: Based on the assessment, the plastic surgeon will develop a treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. This may involve techniques such as revision surgery, fat grafting, tissue rearrangement, or other corrective measures.4. Revision Surgery: Depending on the extent of the botched procedure, revision surgery may be necessary to correct any irregularities, asymmetries, or excess tissue. This could involve removing additional glandular tissue, adjusting the skin envelope, or reshaping the chest contour.5. Addressing Scarring: If scarring is a concern, your plastic surgeon may recommend scar revision techniques to improve the appearance of any visible scars resulting from the initial procedure.6. Follow-up Care: After the revision surgery, it's important to follow your plastic surgeon's post-operative care instructions carefully to optimize healing and minimize the risk of complications.7. Patience and Realistic Expectations: Keep in mind that revision surgery for gynecomastia correction may take time to fully heal and achieve optimal results. It's essential to have realistic expectations and be patient throughout the recovery process.8. Communication with Your Surgeon: Maintain open communication with your plastic surgeon throughout the entire process, discussing any concerns or questions you may have and following their guidance closely.Remember that every case is unique, so it's crucial to consult with a skilled plastic surgeon who can assess your specific situation and recommend the most appropriate course of action for achieving your desired outcome.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

To make a quality assessment regarding the outcome of a plastic surgery procedure we generally need to see complete sets of the proper before and after pictures. If you’ve had more than one operation, then you should include before and after pictures for each of the procedures. If you don’t have before, and after pictures, ask your surgeon to forward the pictures they took. You also did not explain what you don’t like about the outcome. 
To give you any kind of guidance in regards to future surgery you need to first describe what you’re trying to achieve and what you don’t like.
Reducing skin laxity on a male chest is inherently difficult. It is very different than how we approach breast lift on female surgery.
It sounds like you’ve had two previous procedures. Is that the case?
It’s difficult to give you any real useful information or suggestions with incomplete information. I suggest you follow up with your provider and discuss your concerns with him or her. If you want a proper second opinion consultation, the schedule does coming, prepared to bring with you complete set of before and after pictures and previous operative reports. These should all be available from your current provider or providers. 
Gynecomastia surgery is complex and perfect aesthetic outcomes are usually not the norm rather a moderate degree of improvement is probably what patients should be expecting.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

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