How soon can I get gynecomastia revision surgery if I only had lipo?

Good morning, I hope you are well. Sometimes, with liposuction alone, the pectoral area improves significantly. I regret that it was not your case; when liposuction alone is not sufficient, it is necessary to open up to completely remove the gland. In this case, the best option is to undergo a re-intervention to correct it.

I am sorry to hear about your experience. Waiting three months is reasonable as long as there is no more swelling or stiffness of the chest tissues. Once the operative areas have softened then repeat liposuction WITH gland removal can be accomplished to sculpt your chest.
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Thank you for your query. I think waiting for a few weeks makes sense to let most of the swelling go down. You can get the gland excision done at any time after that, and three months should be just fine. All the best!

Dear bkdouc,
most surgeons would recommend you to wait until y ou are fully healed in order to get revision surgery. 3 months should be fine. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

I have done many gynecomastia cases over the last 35 years. I always liposuction the area first and then carefully feel the area to make sure all tissue removed. In about half the cases the liposuction is all I have to do. However in the other half there remains a small amount of ductal tissue right under the nipple/aerola complex that I remove as soon as I finish the lipo. If you are only 2 weeks from your liposuction, you still have a lot of swelling and there is no way of knowing yet if you have any remaining tissue. Wear your compression garment and wait 10-12 weeks to see the final result. Hopefully you look great then. If not then consider revision. Good luck.

If you’ve had liposuction for gynecomastia and need a revision, you generally want to wait about 3 to 6 months before considering a second procedure. This timeframe allows your body to fully heal, any swelling to subside, and for you to see the final contour after liposuction. Healing rates can vary, though, so it’s essential to check with your plastic surgeon to determine when it’s safe and beneficial to proceed with revision surgery.

Thank you for your question. The recovery period usually lasts 4-6 weeks following gynecomastia surgery, including liposuction. When thinking about revision surgery, giving your body time to recover completely from the initial treatment is crucial. This covers both the internal and external healing of incisions.

You can do the revision after 3 months or longer. I agree that the underlying breast tissue has an added benefit of with excision.

The timing for gynecomastia revision surgery, specifically after liposuction, can vary based on individual healing and recovery. However, there are general guidelines that can help determine when it may be appropriate to consider revision surgery:1. Postoperative Healing:• It's important to allow sufficient time for initial healing after the initial liposuction procedure. Your body needs time to recover, and swelling and bruising will gradually subside.• The initial healing period can typically range from a few weeks to a few months, depending on the extent of the liposuction and individual factors.2. Assessment of Results:• After the initial healing, you and your surgeon will be able to assess the results of the liposuction. It may take several months for the final results to become apparent as swelling continues to diminish.3. Discussion with Surgeon:• If you are dissatisfied with the results or if there are asymmetries, irregularities, or excess tissue remaining, it's crucial to have a thorough discussion with your plastic surgeon.• Surgeons often recommend waiting at least six months to a year before considering revision surgery to allow for complete resolution of swelling and to ensure a stable outcome.4. Individual Considerations:• The decision for gynecomastia revision surgery also depends on individual factors such as your overall health, the specific nature of the revision needed, and your surgeon's recommendations.It's essential to follow up with your plastic surgeon to discuss any concerns or dissatisfaction with the initial results. They will evaluate your condition, address your concerns, and provide guidance on the appropriate timing for revision surgery, if necessary. Revision surgery for gynecomastia is a specialized procedure, and choosing a skilled and experienced surgeon is crucial for achieving optimal results.

The primary reason to wait to do revision surgery is to allow internal scar tissue to become mature.
This process typically takes six months though most of the changes happen in the first six weeks.
The ideal timeframe is usually considered six months.
There may be indications to do it sooner but all other circumstances being equal most plastic surgeons recommend waiting six months.
Best,
Matt Hagstrom, MD