John D. Symbas, MD, FACS
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John D. Symbas, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Buckhead, Georgia, rated 4.9 stars across 241 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.
Surgery that removes glandular tissue and fat to flatten the male chest, the definitive fix for a condition that diet and training often cannot touch. Compare Buckhead clinics below and request a free consultation.
$4,500–$10,000
per procedure · USD
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Surgery that removes glandular tissue and fat to flatten the male chest, the definitive fix for a condition that diet and training often cannot touch.
One procedure, permanent for true glandular tissue, which does not grow back
Compression vest for 4 to 6 weeks, desk work in about a week, chest training on hold for 6 weeks
Men with persistent chest fullness or firm tissue behind the nipple that has lasted beyond a year at a stable weight, in good health, with the underlying cause identified
5 plastic surgery practices in the Buckhead area list gynecomastia surgery. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.
What 5 Buckhead practices that list gynecomastia surgery say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.
Techniques named for gynecomastia surgery: Liposuction combined with Male Breast Reduction surgery.
The best candidates for a male breast reduction procedure are men who are of normal weight and who have a reasonable amount of skin elasticity. For teens, the best candidates are ones who have struggled with this problem for two or more years, and the breast development has stopped.
Male breast reduction is best achieved by means of aesthetic surgery and is normally performed under general anesthesia. The procedure typically requires the use of hairline incisions that leave barely visible scars designed to fade over time.
Male breast reduction surgery is performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. The specific approach and technique used will depend on the improvements being made. Two surgical techniques may be used:
This condition is referred to as gynecomastia. While changes in lifestyle, including diet and exercise, can sometimes help flatten the chest, surgical intervention is often necessary.
Gynecomastia, or enlarged breast tissue in men, is much more common than you would think. About 50% of all men have localized fat and/or excessive glandular tissue in one or both breasts.
Many cases can be addressed with liposuction alone. For best results, Dr. Jones may recommend combining liposuction with Male Breast Reduction surgery to extract any excess fatty deposits and breast tissue that may remain after surgery
Statistics provided by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) state that approximately 30% of all males will experience some degree of gynecomastia in their lifetime.
If there is glandular breast tissue or excess skin that must be removed to correct the gynecomastia, it’s likely excision techniques are recommended. Excision is also necessary when the areola needs to be reduced.
Gynecomastia Surgery generally runs $4,500–$10,000 per procedure, and each Buckhead clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed Buckhead clinics for a personalized quote.
Initial results in 2–4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Buckhead providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.
Maintenance schedules vary. Most Buckhead providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6–12 months once optimal results are achieved.
Nationally, $4,500 to $10,000 including surgeon, anesthesia, and facility. Cases needing only liposuction sit lower. Cases combining gland excision with liposuction, which is most of them, sit in the middle. Severe cases requiring skin removal and nipple repositioning run higher. Insurance almost never covers it, since carriers classify it as cosmetic outside of rare documented pathology.
Because in true gynecomastia the fullness is glandular breast tissue, not fat. Gland is firm, sits directly behind the nipple, and responds to hormones rather than to calories. Training the pecs can even make the appearance more prominent by pushing the tissue forward. Fat responds to weight loss, and many men have a mix, which is why an examination to establish the ratio comes before any plan.
A shift in the balance between estrogen and testosterone. It is common and usually harmless during puberty, and often appears with age as testosterone declines. Specific triggers include anabolic steroids, certain medications, heavy alcohol or marijuana use, and, rarely, underlying medical conditions. A surgeon will ask about all of these, because removing the gland while the trigger continues invites recurrence of whatever tissue remains.
Usually not yet. Pubertal gynecomastia appears in a majority of adolescent boys and resolves on its own within six months to two years for most. Surgeons generally want the tissue stable for at least a year and the patient past the main hormonal swings before operating. If it persists into the late teens and is causing real distress, it becomes a legitimate surgical conversation, and it is worth having alongside a hormone evaluation.
For most cases the incision is a small curve along the lower edge of the areola, where the color change hides it well, plus a few tiny liposuction ports. These typically fade to near invisibility. Severe cases with substantial loose skin need longer incisions, and that trade is discussed up front. Scar quality on the chest is generally good with proper aftercare and sun protection.
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