Gynecomastia

Gynecomastia is a frustrating condition that can have a variety of causes. For patients with gynecomastia, it’s important to put your health first. This includes eating a balanced, healthy diet. While there are many misconceptions about gynecomastia, it is true that eating poorly can contribute to the condition. To better understand your gynecomastia and discover…

As gynecomastia surgery specialists like Dr. Cruise can attest, gynecomastia can have a significant negative impact on patients’ lives. In fact, research shows that Dr. Cruise’s most troubled patients are those living with gynecomastia. It is for this reason that Dr. Cruise offers financial assistance to qualifying patients. The hardship application can be used to…

Combining Plastic Surgery Procedures: Common Gynecomastia Add Ons Often, gynecomastia surgery patients have additional concerns about their appearance. Several procedures may pair well with gynecomastia surgery and complement your overall results. Often, these additional surgeries can address changes in the body that are the result of the same source of your gynecomastia. During a consultation,…

Are you considering gynecomastia surgery but worried it may come back some day? Many patients have concerns about whether their results will last long-term even as their health, weight, and other factors change over time. Continue reading to learn more about whether male breast reduction results are permanent. Can Gynecomastia Return After Surgery? In the…

The day 23-year-old Brandon visited Cruise Plastic Surgery is one that forever impacted his life.  Each year, Dr. Cruise performs surgery on over five hundred gynecomastia patients; some are straightforward while others are more complex. And then there are patients like Brandon who allow themselves to be completely vulnerable and share their personal stories about…

Why aren’t more gynecomastia surgeons using BodyTite or J Plasma for skin tightening for the chest in addition to gland removal? Many patients ask these questions when they are considering gynecomastia surgery. Non-surgical or minimally invasive options like BodyTite and J Plasma would address common worries patients have with gynecomastia surgery, such as scarring or…

One of the biggest misconceptions about gynecomastia or “man boobs” is that the condition is caused by excess fat alone. Many patients schedule consultations with the assumption that liposuction alone will resolve their gynecomastia, and may have even been told this by other doctors. In fact, breast tissue alone is the primary cause of gynecomastia…

Patients with gynecomastia, or “man boobs,” can turn to plastic surgeons like Dr. Cruise to achieve a masculine and flattering chest. This surgery, known as gynecomastia surgery or male breast reduction, is more complex than patients or even less-experienced surgeons may assume. Many factors go into creating the ideal gynecomastia surgery results. As a gynecomastia…

Patients dealing with gynecomastia may be unaware that there are six distinct types of the condition. These six types were defined by Dr. Cruise, who created the Cruise Classification System to identify and properly treat various presentations of gynecomastia. The most severe type is defined as  Type 6 gynecomastia, Continue reading to learn more about…

While many plastic surgeons will treat gynecomastia, few have the extensive experience and understanding of the condition like Dr. Joseph Cruise. In fact, Dr. Cruise created the Cruise Classification System to identify the different types of gynecomastia and the best surgical technique for each. Here, we will explore Type 5 gynecomastia, or “significant breast roll”…