At Capital Center® for Surgery in Washington, D.C., Dr. Armando Retana develops each gynecomastia surgery plan around your anatomy and goals. His approach focuses on careful surgical planning, natural-looking contours, and results that fit your frame.
See the Difference: Male Breast Reduction Before & After Photos
Before-and-after photos can help you understand how body contouring surgery changes proportion, definition, and overall shape. Explore Capital Center®’s before-and-after gallery to see examples of Dr. Retana’s cosmetic body contouring work.
Because every case of gynecomastia differs, your results will depend on factors such as the amount of fatty and glandular tissue present, skin elasticity, chest shape, and the surgical technique required.
Real Stories: Male Breast Reduction Patient Reviews
K. W.
“Amazing staff from every part of the process– from the moment you walk through the door to leaving surgery! Everyone is so kind and genuinely happy to see you there.”
R. C.
“The experience I had was exceptional! Greater than I even expected. Each and every one of his staff members were always in a great mood, prompt and helpful. This was such a relief for me as I came from out of town. Even after surgery everyone was such a pleasure to work with.”
L .S.
“Dr. Retana is the best cosmetic surgeon in the DMV. The experience was excellent, and his team is very friendly. Throughout the post-operative process, the doctor and his team are always there to help with any questions.”
My experience at the Capital Center has been excellent. Dr. Robert Emery is an outstanding surgeon and he has a very comforting personal approach to caring for his patients. I would recommend him to my friends and colleagues.
This a very patient-oriented practice with the dentist and his assistants being very responsive to questions. Dr. Emery has one of the best chair side manners of any practitioner that I have seen.
This office is more than fantastic. I am a patient of nurse Rona and I would never go to anybody else! She’s extremely talented, kind and everything that she has recommended has worked wonders for me! I recommend her 1,000%!!!
Male Breast Reduction Cost in Washington, D.C. & Flexible Financing Options
The average cost of gynecomastia surgery at Capital Center® ranges from $8,000 to $10,000.
However, this only includes the surgeon’s fee, facility costs, and anesthesia fees. Your final cost depends on your case’s complexity and the surgical plan Dr. Retana recommends. He performs cosmetic procedures under general anesthesia in Capital Center®’s private, AAAHC-accredited surgical center.
For payment, Capital Center® accepts major credit cards, checks, and financing through CareCredit. You will receive a personalized treatment estimate after your consultation.
Why Choose Capital Center® for Your Male Breast Reduction?
Gynecomastia surgery requires more than simply removing tissue. The surgeon must determine what creates the unwanted volume, remove the appropriate tissue, and shape the remaining chest for a natural, balanced result.
Dr. Retana is board certified in general cosmetic surgery by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and in oral and maxillofacial surgery by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. His cosmetic practice includes body and breast procedures, and he has performed more than 1,200 cosmetic surgeries.
His approach emphasizes:
- Individualized surgical planning
- Detailed evaluation of your anatomy
- Natural-looking, contoured results
- Clear education before you make a treatment decision
- Surgery in Capital Center®’s private AAAHC-accredited facility
- Consultation, surgery, and follow-up care at one Washington, D.C. location
Dr. Retana believes you should understand your options and make an informed decision about your care, not feel pressured into treatment.
Book Your Male Breast Reduction Consultation Today
A consultation provides the most useful information about what causes your chest enlargement and which surgical approach may address it.
Dr. Retana will evaluate your chest, skin quality, tissue distribution, medical history, and goals before developing a personalized treatment plan. Call (202) 386-7100 or complete Capital Center®’s online contact form to request your consultation.
What Is Male Breast Reduction?
Male breast reduction, also called gynecomastia surgery, reduces excess tissue in the male chest to create a flatter and more defined contour. Gynecomastia treatment may involve excess localized fat, glandular breast tissue, excess skin, or a combination of these concerns.
The condition can affect one or both sides of the chest. Hormonal changes, heredity, body weight, medications, and other factors can contribute, although doctors cannot always identify one specific cause.
Surgery may address fatty tissue with liposuction, glandular tissue with surgical excision, or both.
Benefits of Male Breast Reduction
Gynecomastia surgery focuses on creating a chest shape that better matches your underlying anatomy and body proportions.
Depending on your starting anatomy, treatment may:
- Reduce excess chest volume
- Create a flatter chest profile
- Improve chest symmetry
- Define the transition between the chest area and surrounding torso
- Remove excess glandular tissue that weight loss cannot address
- Create a more contoured and balanced upper body appearance
The goal is not to create the same chest shape for every patient. Dr. Retana plans your surgical procedure around your natural proportions.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Male Breast Reduction Surgery?
You may be a candidate if enlarged breast tissue bothers you and your chest development has stabilized. Appropriate candidates generally maintain good overall health, realistic expectations, and a relatively stable weight.
During your consultation, Dr. Retana will also review possible contributing factors and determine whether surgery appropriately addresses your concern.
Capital Center® currently requires a maximum BMI of 32 for cosmetic surgery involving general anesthesia. If you plan to lose more than approximately 15 to 20 lbs, the practice recommends reaching your goal weight before pursuing surgery.
How Male Breast Reduction Is Performed
The surgical technique depends on what creates the unwanted chest volume.
When excess fat causes most of the enlargement, Dr. Retana may use liposuction to remove selected fatty tissue and refine the masculine chest contour.
When dense glandular tissue contributes to the enlargement, surgery may require direct excision. More extensive cases can also require removal of excess skin. Some patients need both liposuction and excision to address different tissue types and create smoother contours.
Dr. Retana determines the appropriate approach after examining your chest and discussing your goals.
Preparing for Your Male Breast Reduction
Capital Center® requires a consultation before cosmetic surgery. Be ready to discuss your medical history, medications, supplements, allergies, previous procedures, nicotine use, and any factors that could affect healing or anesthesia.
Follow every instruction your surgical team gives you about medications, fasting, transportation, and at-home preparation. Arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home and assist you as directed after surgery.
What to Expect During Male Breast Reduction
Dr. Retana performs cosmetic procedures under general anesthesia in Capital Center®’s private surgical center.
On surgery day, the team will review your plan and prepare you for the procedure. Dr. Retana will then remove excess fat, glandular tissue, skin, or the appropriate combination based on your anatomy.
The extent of your procedure determines the incision pattern and surgery length.
Male Breast Reduction Recovery & Aftercare
Swelling, bruising, tenderness, and temporary tightness commonly occur during early recovery. Your surgical team may recommend a support or compression garment to reduce swelling and support the new chest contour as your tissues heal.
Activity restrictions depend on the extent of your surgery. Avoid strenuous exercise and heavy upper-body activity until Dr. Retana clears you to resume them.
Keep every follow-up appointment and follow the care instructions Capital Center® provides. Your recovery plan will reflect your specific procedure, not a one-size-fits-all timeline.
What Results Can I Expect From Male Breast Reduction?
You may notice a flatter chest contour soon after surgery, although swelling can temporarily obscure the final shape. Gynecomastia results typically continue developing as swelling resolves over the following months.
Incisions create permanent scars, although they generally fade with time. Their location and extent depend on whether your surgery requires liposuction, tissue excision, skin removal, or a combination.
Results can remain long lasting when you maintain a stable weight and address contributing factors. Significant weight changes or recurrence of an underlying cause can alter your chest over time.
Male Breast Reduction FAQs
Can exercise get rid of gynecomastia?
Exercise and weight loss may reduce chest fat, but they cannot directly remove excess breast tissue. Dr. Retana can determine which tissue type contributes to your chest enlargement during an examination.
Will I need liposuction or glandular tissue removal?
It depends on your anatomy. Fat-dominant cases may respond to liposuction, while firm glandular tissue often requires excision. Some patients benefit from both techniques.
Will a male breast reduction procedure leave scars?
Yes. Every surgical incision produces a scar. Dr. Retana plans incision placement according to the technique you need and the amount of tissue or skin he must address.
Is gynecomastia surgery permanent?
Results can remain long lasting, but surgery cannot prevent every future change. Weight gain, medications, hormonal factors, or other causes of gynecomastia can affect the chest again.
How do I know whether I have gynecomastia or simply chest fat?
Appearance alone does not always reveal the difference. An in-person examination allows Dr. Retana to assess fatty tissue, glandular tissue, skin quality, and chest structure before recommending treatment.
Schedule Your Male Chest Contouring Consultation Today in Washington, D.C.
You do not have to keep adjusting your clothing, workouts, or daily activities around a chest contour that makes you uncomfortable. A personalized evaluation can give you clear answers about what causes the enlargement and what male breast reduction can realistically accomplish.
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Armando Retana at Capital Center® for Surgery in Washington, D.C. Call (202) 386-7100 or contact the practice online to discuss your options for a flatter, more contoured chest.