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Our Expertise in Aesthetic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Effective & Evidence-Based Surgical Methods
  • High Quality Medical Care
  • Virtually Invisible Scars
  • Precise Surgical Skills

Services Provided

Surgery is by far the best treatment for gynecomastia. Surgery can be divided into the “scarless” approach or the “open” approach. The “scarless” approach entails a 4 mm small cut on the side of each breast. Then, liposuction is used to remove the fatty tissue and a special device known as the microdebrider is used to remove the fibrous glandular tissue. This is a day surgery procedure and takes around 1.5 hours. Patients can resume their normal activities after 1-3 days. This approach is suitable for patients with gynecomastia but without significant skin excess.

For patients with skin excess, the “open” approach using a small periareolar incision is best. The scar is not obvious as it is placed exactly at the junction of the areola skin with the breast skin. This method allows excision of the gynecomastia and removal of any loose skin. Again, this is also a day surgery procedure and takes between 1-3 hours. Recovery is 1-4 days.

Our Plastic Surgeon - Dr Leo Kah Woon

Dr Leo Kah Woon is an accredited plastic surgeon by the Ministry of Health Singapore with extensive experience in male breast reduction or Gynecomastia surgery. He obtained his M.B.B.S from the National University of Singapore and was awarded his Membership from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh as well as Master of Medicine in Surgery in 2004.

In 2009, Dr. Leo was awarded a scholarship by the Human Manpower Development Programme where he spent a one year fellowship under the world renowned Dr. Peter Neligan. It was at the University of Washington, Seattle where Dr. Leo further honed his skills in Breast Reconstruction, Microvascular Surgery as well as Aesthetic Surgery. Upon his return, he served as a Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Singapore General Hospital as well as a Visiting Consultant to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. In 2014, he started his own practice at Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre. Despite leaving the public healthcare sector, Dr Leo still maintains a visiting consultant appointment with the Singapore General Hospital.

What To Expect On Your Initial Visit For Gynecomastia Surgery

Make the most intelligent and informed decision for male breast reduction procedure. On your initial consultation, you will have the opportunity to share your goals such as you want to gain more social confidence when revealing your chest contours. Your surgeon will evaluate you as a candidate for the male reduction surgery and it would be best to list your questions ahead.

Meeting with the Plastic Surgeon

Your surgeon’s treatment plan will depend on your goals. Your visit with the plastic surgeon should be a pleasant one. You will be asked of information such as: medical conditions, possible drug allergies, previous surgeries, use of recreational drugs, your motivation of undergoing male reduction surgery and many more. Remember that the key to quality result is good communication and a good plastic surgeon will take time to listen and provide you the right treatment plan.

FAQ

Man boobs or "moobs" is a condition that affects many men in Singapore. It causes a lot of social embarrassment for patients as they are afraid of removing their tops or wearing tight T-shirts in public places. Some patients may even experience pain or discomfort as a result of this enlargement.

The causes of gynecomastia may be briefly divided into four. They may be Physiological, Pharmacological, Pathological or Idiopathic in nature.

  • Physiological gynecomastia happens to patients during their infancy, teenage years or during old age. There is usually no need for treatment as the gynecomastia here is usually temporary and is due to the hormonal surgery during these periods in time.
  • Pharmacological causes of gynecomastia includes consumption of various drugs including anabolic steroids, certain anti-ulcer medication or heart medication. Treatment for this group of patients includes switching to alternative medications if possible.
  • Pathological - Very rarely, gynecomastia may be a result of certain hormone-producing tumours including testicular tumour or brain tumours. Treatment for this group of patients involves treating the underlying cause.
  • By far, the most common cause of gynecomastia we see is idiopathic in nature, meaning there is no known cause. These patients respond well to surgery with low recurrence rates.

For scarless approach, it takes around 1.5 hours. Patients can resume their normal activities after 1-3 days. For open approach, it takes between 1-3 hours. Recovery is 1-4 days.

First consultation will range from $150 and depending on the approach done. Your surgeon will first explain the cost involved before a surgery is conducted.

Call us at +65 6733 3895

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See You At Dr Leo Aesthetic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

3 Mount Elizabeth, Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre
#10-13 Singapore 228510

For Appointments: +65 6733 3895
Fax: +65 68369296
Emergency Hotline: +65 9030 0398
(Not For Life-Threatening Situations)

Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 0830 - 1700
Sat: 0830 - 1300

Map & Directions

We are conveniently located at #10-13 of 3 Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre, Dr Leo Aesthetic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. Location is in the heart of Singapore’s premier shopping district.

If you require further directions to our office please call us at +65 6733 3895.