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Male pectoral enlargement Surgery Costs*

Male pectoral enlargement costs can vary widely. Factors that contribute to the price include the techniques used, the surgeon’s expertise, where you live, and surgery-related expenses such as anesthesia fees and facility fees. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons quoted the national average for Male pectoral enlargement at approximately between $6,000- $7,000.

There can be many hidden costs when having a chest implant procedure. When you're quoted a price for breast enlargement costs make sure it includes:

• The cost of the anesthesiologist
• The board-certified cosmetic surgeons' fee
• Prescriptions
• The operating room, the hospital room and any other expenses

Make sure to ask about these fees because the surgeon's fee may only be 65%-80% of the total cost of the surgery.

Most cosmetic surgeons and surgical clinics offer flexible male pectoral enlargement financing and payment options, some of which allow staggered payments or loans from VARIOUS FINANCING COMPANIES.

If you are considering having male pectoral enlargement surgery but want to explore more about the financing options available before you make your decision, PLEASE CLICK HERE. You can discuss your financial options with your surgeon, and find out if there are any loans of flexi-payment plans that will allow you to achieve the contoured body shape you have always desired.

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Am I a candidate for male pectoral enlargement surgery?

There are a number of aesthetic, emotional, and medical reasons why men may consider male pectoral enlargement surgery.

Male breast enlargement surgery can be performed at any age, and the best subjects are healthy, emotionally stable men with skin with good elasticity that will readily adapt to the new contours. You must also have realistic expectations for the outcome of the male breast enlargement.

Taking the decision to undergo male chest implant surgery is a very personal decision and you should do it for yourself, not for anybody else.

You may be a suitable candidate for male pectoral enlargement surgery if:

• You are physically healthy and of normal, stable weight
• You have specific goals in mind and realistic expectations
• You are unhappy with the size and shape of your male breasts

However, if any of the following apply to you, you may not be a good candidate for male breast augmentation:

• You are asthmatic
• You have high blood pressure (hypertension)
• You use recreational drugs
• You drink excessively
• You smoke

You must tell your cosmetic surgeon of all medications that you take, including vitamin and mineral supplements and herbal products.

Before you decide to undergo the surgery to insert male pectoral implants, you must discuss your goals and objectives for how you want to look after the pectoral enlargement with your surgeon, who can advise you on whether these goals can be attained through male pectoral implant surgery.

 

What is a male pectoral enlargement Procedure?

Male pectoral enlargement is a cosmetic procedure where chest implants made of solid silicone are inserted inside the chest to increase chest size and shape. This procedure is usually performed on men who have underdeveloped chest muscles, either because of a resistance to the effects of exercise or as the result of a growth defect or injury.

Pectoral implants can create or recreate a larger natural looking chest area.

Some men work out extensively but still cannot develop the pectoral muscles they desire. Pectoral implants can give a defined outline to the chest and the appearance of high, firm pectoral muscles, as if the chest implant patient has been working out.

Pectoral chest implants are made of solid silicone, and unlike female breast implant surgery, pectoral implants do not carry the risk of rupturing and/or leaking. During the male breast enlargement, the chest implant is placed directly beneath the upper pectoral muscle. The silicone chest implants for men are soft but solid, unlike female breast implants that are silicone sacs filled with either saline (salt water) or a silicone gel.

Pectoral implants can help build self-confidence in men who were once embarrassed by their appearance. In the hands of a skilled surgeon, the result is a naturally muscular and “bulked-up appearance” with a more well-proportioned torso.

Pectoral implants are made in a number of sizes and shapes that mimic the natural shape of a well-developed pectoral muscle, and can also be custom made.

Although most men have chest implants put in to obtain a more aesthetically pleasing masculine appearance, some men with defects of the rib cage or chest muscles may have them put in to balance an asymmetrical or malformed chest. Implants will normally need to be custom-made for these male chest implant patients. The surgery for a custom made male chest implant would need to be done by a male cosmetic surgeon that has specific experience in these problems.

Men who have gynecomastia, the development of enlarged male breasts, may also have pectoral enlargement surgery after they undergo liposuction and removal of glandular breast tissue as part of a male breast reduction.

In the initial consultation with your male cosmetic surgeon, you should discuss exactly what you expect from the procedure and how you would like to look afterwards. He or she should tell you exactly what will be involved in the chest implant procedure and discuss any side effects, potential complications and the recovery process following the pectoral enlargement operation. He should also tell you whether he can achieve the results you desire.

A full medical history should be taken to make sure that there are no reasons why you shouldn’t have chest implant/s. You will then be asked to read information about the chest implant procedure and sign a consent form, which means that you have understood the potential benefits and risks associated with the procedure.

Photographs may also be taken by the practitioner for use as a “before and after” comparison at a later date.

Male breast augmentation takes between one and two hours to perform as a day surgery, and is usually carried out on an outpatient basis in a cosmetic surgeon's office, a freestanding surgical center, or in the hospital. It can be combined with other forms of cosmetic surgery, such as male liposuction or a male tummy tuck. You will need to arrange for someone to drive you home after your pectoral enlargement procedure.

Pectoral chest implants will enhance the bulk of your pectoral muscles, but they will not improve muscle definition of your muscles. The only way to increase the definition of your pectoral muscles is to exercise.

Male pectoral enlargement surgery Procedure Steps

Step 1 – Anesthesia

1. Pectoral implant operations are usually carried out under general anesthetic, though sometimes your doctor will use local anesthetric and intravenous sedation which will make you very drowsy. Your surgeon will recommend the best choice for you. It is possible to have a breast enlargement operation as day surgery, though you will normally need to stay in hospital overnight. Chest implant procedures usually take about one to two hours to complete. The length of the procedure varies according to the technique used, the placement of the implants, the patient's anatomy, and type of anesthesia used.

Step 2 - The incisions and insertion of the pectoral implant

1. Your male cosmetic surgeon will make a small incision in the armpit, and make a small pocket under the pectoral muscle. Once the implant pocket is created, the solid silicone chest implant is sculpted to the exact size and most aesthetic appearance. Once sculpted, the silicone implant is inserted into the pocket and it is secured with a few small self-dissolving sutures.endoscopically. Endoscopic surgery involves using a thin tube with a very small camera on the end in order to guide the male cosmetic surgeon through the chest implant procedure with a great amount of precision. This method reduces incision size as well as bleeding. Non-endoscopic methods are sometimes preferred.

Step 3 - Closing the incisions

1. The incisions are then sutured and a dressing is applied to protect the incisions and reduce swelling. The implants are held in place by the overlying chest muscle or by sutures that are temporarily visible through the skin.

Step 4 – The results

1. When the chest implant surgery is complete, you will be moved to a recovery area where staff can monitor you for about two hours. As you wake up, you may feel hot, cold, or nauseous.
2. The results of male pectoral enlargement surgery are immediately visible. Over time post-surgical swelling will subside and resolve, and incision lines will gradually refine in appearance.
3. Someone will need to drive you home, and you may need assistance over the next couple of days. Before you leave the hospital, you and whoever is caring for you post-op will be given instructions on the symptoms you may experience, and the possible complications of which to be aware. It is very important to take the medication prescribed to you by your doctor.

 

Male pectoral enlargement Surgery Recovery and Healing Steps

Male pectoral enlargement recovery times vary from patient to patient. You will feel some discomfort after male chest implant surgery – this will last from a few days to several weeks and can be controlled by prescription medications from your doctor. It is also quite common to experience a little numbness from bruised nerves in and around your breast area. Most of this should pass over time, as you heal.

You will be allowed to go home the day of your chest implant surgery. Your dressing and sutures will be removed in a few days. After a month, the scar usually fades and becomes barely perceptible.

You should be able to return to work after a week and resume all your normal activities in a month.

You should arrange to have someone drive you home after your male pectoral enlargement surgery and to help you out for a day or two if needed. You will be given specific instructions by your male cosmetic surgeon that may include how to care for your surgical site(s) following pectoral enlargement surgery, medications to apply or take orally to aid healing and reduce the risk of infection, specific concerns to look for at the surgical site or in your general health, and when to follow up with your cosmetic surgeon.

You will need to wear a compression garment continuously for a week or two after male chest implant surgery, and at night for a few weeks after that. The worst of your swelling will go down in the first few weeks but it may be three months or more before the final results of your surgery become apparent.

Your surgeon will also advise you to rest and sleep in an elevated position and apply cold compresses to reduce swelling. The sutures used in your male pectoral enlargement surgery will dissolve naturally so do not need to be removed.

Try to rest as much as possible, as your male pectoral enlargement recovery will be much quicker if you do. Your male pectoral enlargement surgeon will probably recommend that you walk around as soon as possible after your surgery to help reduce swelling and lower the chances of developing blood clots forming in the legs, which can be extremely dangerous.

Get as much as possible following your chest implant procedure. Drink plenty of fluids, and be sure to take the doctor's prescribed medications. Keep dry – avoid getting water on your wounds for a week.

You will be instructed not to lift your arms after surgery. After the dressings are removed the patient you may follow a gentle exercise program to improve mobility in the arms. This allows the pectoral implants to settle into the fascia pockets that surround the muscle. Physical use of the upper body muscles may be resumed and within one month, full pectoral muscular activity is again possible.

If at any time during your male pectoral enlargement recovery you experience shortness of breath, chest pains, or unusual heart beats, seek medical attention immediately. Should any of these complications occur, you may require hospitalization and additional treatment.

If you experience any symptoms that you were not expecting, or you are in significant pain, you should contact your or surgeon and nursing staff immediately.

Warning signs to look out for:

• Unusual, unexpected, or excessive, swelling,
• Smelly, or colored, discharge from your wounds,
• Fever, with a temperature of 38C (106F) or more,
• Severe pain
• An intense burning sensation in your chest area.

Follow all of your male cosmetic surgeon’s instructions to keep your male pectoral enlargement recovery time short.

 

Male pectoral enlargement Side Effects and Surgery Risks

Your male cosmetic surgeon will explain in detail the risks associated with male pectoral enlargement surgery. Prior to surgery, you will be asked to sign consent forms to ensure that you fully understand the procedure you will undergo and any risks or potential complications.

Male pectoral enlargement side effects are inevitable, but their occurrence varies from patient to patient. Side effects associated with male chest implant surgery are :

• Swelling
• Tenderness
• Numbness
• Bruising

When male pectoral enlargement surgery is performed by a qualified cosmetic surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor. However, in common with all surgical procedures, with male pectoral enlargement surgery there is always the possibility of complications. Although these complications are extremely rare, they can include:

• Unfavorable scarring
• Bleeding (hematoma)
• Blood Clots
• Infection
• Poor wound healing
• Numbness which may be temporary or permanent
• Displacement of chest implant/s, which may require revision surgery
• Allergic reaction to the anesthesia
• Breast contour and shape irregularities
• Skin discoloration, permanent pigmentation changes, swelling and bruising
• Damage to skin or internal organs
• Breast asymmetry
• Fatty tissue found deep in the skin might die (fat necrosis)
• Fluid accumulation (seroma)
• Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications
• Pain, which may persist
• Possibility of revision surgery

You may be dissatisfied with the results of your chest implant surgery.

If you have a complication from your chest implants and decide that you want them out (or if you want them out for any reason), removal is relatively simple. Removal can be performed through the same incision and recovery is usually quicker than from the original surgery.

Make sure you fully understand the chest implant procedure you wish to have done, and discuss your expectations and concerns with your doctor. Severe complications can be minimized by disclosing your entire medical history to your doctor and discussing all prescription and other medication that you take on a regular basis.

 

Questions to Ask a Surgeon About a male pectoral enlargement procedure

Knowledge is power so arm yourself with the facts before making any decision about male pectoral enlargement. Here is an essential check list to help you find the right Perfect Yourself Surgeon.

1. Am I a good candidate for male pectoral enlargement surgery?
2. Are my described expectations realistic?
3. Where is the surgery performed?
4. How long will the procedure take?
5. What kind of anesthesia is used?
6. What is your experience in performing male pectoral enlargement surgery?
7. Can I see your qualifications?
8. Ask to see any male pectoral enlargement before and after photographs of male breast reduction surgeries?
9. What percentages of your male pectoral enlargement surgery patients have had significant post-surgical complications? (surgeons should disclose this information to you)
10. Who will be assisting my male pectoral enlargement surgery? Can I see their qualifications?
11. How much will my male pectoral enlargement surgery cost?
12. Do you offer patient financing? (Flexible payment schemes for your surgery)
13. Will you repeat/correct procedures if the agreed goals are not met? If this is the case, will I be charged again?
14. Ask to observe the exact procedure you are considering before you decided to have surgery if you are unsure (this could be on videotape or in real life).
15. What is the recovery and healing period for male pectoral enlargement? When can I resume full normal activity?
16. Have you ever had your malpractice insurance coverage denied, revoked, suspended
17. Ask for and follow up on patient references (these can be invaluable to finding out what your surgeon is really like and the level of customer satisfaction he/she has received in the past)

 

Surgeon Checklist

Knowledge is power so arm yourself with the facts before making any decision about Male Pectoral (Breast) Implants procedures; click here for an essential check list to help you find the right Perfect Yourself plastic surgeon.