Plastic Surgery for Men
Altoona, State College, Johnstown and DuBois, Pennsylvania
More and more men are turning to plastic surgery to feel better, look younger, and help with their careers. Whether they are beginning to see the effects of aging, or are simply self-conscious about a particular aspect of their face or body, men are opting for cosmetic surgery as a solution for remaining competitive in both their business and personal lives.
Blair Plastic Surgery offers men everything from simple skincare to injectables to cosmetic surgery. The most common surgical procedures for men in 2009 (ASAPS) were eyelid surgery, liposuction, rhinoplasty and male breast reduction - in that order. Dr. Robert Louton has extensive experience with these procedures as well as many other popular procedures such as browlifts and face lift for men.
We offer the following procedures for men:
- Gynecomastia Surgery
- Facial Procedures
- Body Contouring
- Non-Surgical Procedures
Gynecomastia Surgery
Male breast reduction surgery is the fourth most popular cosmetic surgical procedure among men. Nearly 17,000 male breast reduction procedures were performed in 2009, a 50 percent increase since 1997. The majority of these procedures were performed on men ages 19-34.
Gynecomastia, or enlarged male breasts, occurs as a result of a hormonal imbalance in which testosterone levels are decreased relative estrogen levels. Several common causes of this imbalance include: natural hormone changes, certain health conditions, exposure to anabolic steroids or estrogen, side effects of some medications or street drugs, and certain cancer treatments. However, in approximately 25 percent of boys and men the exact cause remains unknown.
Depending on the cause, gynecomastia often resolves on its own or will resolve after treating any underlying medical conditions. In other times, surgical treatment may be necessary. Generally, liposuction is used to remove excess fat from the breasts, breast tissue can be directly excised or a combination of the two. However, liposuction of the male breast can be difficult due to the vascular and fibrous nature of the breast tissue. And when excisional surgery is necessary, it leaves permanent scars that some men find objectionable.
Dr. Robert Louton often uses ultrasound assisted liposuction (UAL) to liquefy the fat before it is suctioned out, which results in less trauma to the surrounding structures such as blood vessels and connective tissues. This technique is particularly beneficial in treating areas of fibrotic tissue interspersed with fatty deposits, such as breast tissue in males. There is less bleeding, less bruising and improved ability to contour the breast. Using UAL may, in some instances, eliminate the need for excision of tissue and subsequently eliminate the scars associated with it.
Dr. Louton has helped hundreds of men gain a new sense of body confidence. Many sufferers of gynecomastia experience significant embarrassment and will sometimes change the way they dress, such as by wearing thick shirts, or avoid activities that require going shirtless, such as swimming, to keep their condition hidden and avoid teasing or social stigma. Discuss your options with Dr. Louton and see if breast reduction surgery is the answer for you. Call 949-7280 to schedule your private consultation at either of our office locations.
For a firsthand look at a patient's experience with gynecomastia surgery, please watch the following video from Project Beauty, ASAPS’ authoritative beauty site: http://www.projectbeauty.com/index.php/videos/watch/wills-embarrassing-problem/.
Facial Procedures
If you are interested in minimizing the signs of aging or want to change certain facial features, you want to consider one of our facial cosmetic procedures, such as:
- Face lift - Face lift procedures designed for men can be an effective way to minimize unwanted effects produced by age, stress, and exposure to the sun. Although the results achieved with male face lift surgery are similar to those enjoyed by women, there are differences in approach that can be discussed during your private consultation with Dr. Louton.
- Eyelid surgery - or blepharoplasty,is the number one cosmetic surgery procedure performed on men today. It is designed to correct drooping upper eyelids and puffiness around the eyes. More and more men are choosing this procedure as a way of rejuvenating the face and eliminating signs of aging.
- Brow lift - For an increasing number of men, forehead lift surgery is an excellent way to address the eyebrow drooping and forehead creasing that come with age.
- Rhinoplasty - or nose surgery can alter the shape and contour of the nose, a source of embarrassment and self-consciousness for many men.
- Chin Liposuction - Chin liposuction has become increasingly popular among men of all ages as it is a relatively minor procedure that gives dramatic results. Patients have much more chiselled features, look younger and give an appearance of overall weight loss.
- Chin Augmentation - Chin implants can provide balance to the face as it strengthens the chin. Younger men with good skin tone but an ill defined neck often benefit from liposuction along with a chin implant for a stronger, more masculine profile.
- Ear reshaping - Male ear surgery can be used to reshape and recontour the ears for an improved appearance. Ears that are disproportionately large or that protrude can be corrected with this procedure.
Body Contouring
When it comes to removing excess skin or fat, or reshaping certain areas of your body, body contouring procedures may be the answer. Dr. Louton specializes in several body contouring procedures such as:
- Liposuction - Like women, men will find certain areas of their body are resistant to change regardless of diet and exercise. But unlike women who experience excess fat in their inner and outer thighs, men's fat goes to their abdomen and "love handles." Liposuction is a great method for body contouring.
- Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) - is a common procedure among aging men concerned with natural fat redistribution to the midsection. Abdominoplasty can produce a flatter, tighter, more aesthetically appealing stomach.
Non-Surgical Procedures
Non-invasive techniques, such as injectables and fillers, have become man's (new) best friend in erasing the stressful expressions characterized by the creases between the eyebrows and scowling lines in the forehead. In a short 15 minute session, transverse lines and crow's feet disappear, creating a more relaxed, less stressed out, more youthful appearance.
We also offer a wide variety of non-surgical treatment options that include:
- BOTOX® Cosmetic
- Dysport®
- Radiesse ®
- Juvederm ®
- Artefill®
- Laser hair removal - Laser hair removal is ideal for any man with unwanted back, chest, and other body hair. The laser hair removal procedure is simple and virtually painless and can be performed on most areas of the body.
- Microdermabrasion - and superficial chemical peels are popular cosmetic procedures for men who want to combat skin imperfections, acne or premature signs of ageing.
- And many more
Please contact Blair Plastic Surgery today to schedule a private consultation with Dr. Robert Louton. We have offices located in Altoona and State College, Pennsylvania.
