Also known as gynecomastia, breast reduction for men is the surgical correction of over-developed or enlarged breasts in men.  Gynecomastia is common in men of any age.

It can be the result of hormonal changes, heredity conditions, disease or the use of certain drugs.  Gynecomastia can cause emotional discomfort and impair your self confidence.

Plastic surgery to correct gynecomastia is technically called reduction mammaplasty and reduces breast size, flattening and enhancing the chest contours.

In severe cases of gynecomastia, the weight of excess breast tissue may cause the breasts to sag and stretch the areola (the dark skin surrounding the nipple).   In these cases, the position and size of the areola can be surgically improved and excess skin may be reduced.