Male Body Contouring

Liposuction

Subcutaneous fat is often the primary reason many men lack muscular definition—muscles remain hidden underneath unwanted fat that is often resistant to a healthy diet and exercise. Our liposuction selectively removes only the fat that thwarts your attempt to achieve the leaner, fitter body profile you want. The procedure can target many areas of your body, including the chest, stomach, sides, arms, and back.

Part of the increase in male cosmetic surgery patients has been the need for plastic surgeons to address specific needs differently than they would for women. As more men seek liposuction treatment, it’s become important for surgeons to recognize the fundamental differences in performing the procedure on men instead of using traditional techniques commonly applied to women (who represent almost 90% of liposuction patients).

One of the most important differences is that men, unlike women, usually do not seek treatment for upper back and thigh fat but, instead, more often request liposuction to target the waist, abdomen, lower back, breast, and neck. Fat collects differently in men and women, meaning that male patients rarely seek liposuction for their upper backs, arms, or legs (where fat more commonly collects in women). In many cases, these men have a history of fatty waists, abdomens, breasts, and necks in their family.

Reducing the male breast is one of the most common requests. This predisposition creates a frustrating situation where men cannot address this with exercise and healthy eating alone, making liposuction an ideal treatment.

While liposuction is performed in the same manner for both men and women, the makeup of the fatty tissue itself varies between genders. Women typically possess softer and less fibrous adipose tissue than men. This presents greater physical demands for the administering plastic surgeon but does not lower success rates for male patients who receive liposuction. We commonly employ more powerful liposuction techniques, such as ultrasonic or power-assisted liposuction, in male patients to address these differences.

High Definition Liposuction

Men generally have less body fat than women, and yet also require a higher daily caloric intake. However, they are not excluded from the impact of aging.

Despite paying close attention to personal diet and exercise plans, many men are unable to ward off the toll that advancing age takes on their bodies. Slowing metabolisms and natural aging processes all work to reduce the kind of healthy look that many men value, one that is characterized by visible muscle tone, particularly in the chest, arms, stomach, and legs.

We can increase the benefits of any man’s fitness efforts by sculpting the areas they’re actively working to improve. By minimizing the amount of fat around particular muscle groups (especially the pectorals and abdominals), liposuction adds extra definition to the body, enhancing its appearance.

High-definition liposuction is best suited to healthy individuals with a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or lower. This typically includes former athletes, bodybuilders, or other patients who have actively worked towards an extremely healthy body throughout their lives. These men have often adhered to strict diets and weight-lifting exercises to cut down to roughly 5% body fat (the point at which muscle definition becomes very noticeable). Severe food restrictions may make this lifestyle impossible to maintain, which is why high-definition liposuction is preferred by these patients. Combined with reasonable eating and continued exercise, the procedure allows men to enjoy a lower body fat percentage without devoting their already busy lives toward achieving this goal. Patients obtain a sculpted, well-defined body, maintaining a healthier body fat percentage. Proper diet and fitness regimens typically leave men within the 12-15% body fat region, which is the same that contouring treatment can achieve, minus the countless hours at the gym and extremely low-calorie diet.

Most men come to Edelstein Cosmetic seeking Toronto liposuction treatment for abdominal fat deposits, love handles, prominent breasts, or the creation of better-defined abs. While love handles and excess abdominal weight can respond well to liposuction treatment, we also examine your lifestyle habits. We want to make sure that you exercise and eat properly to promote greater results.

Whether you have been lax or extremely fastidious about maintaining your appearance, we always work to help our patients have reasonable expectations for what their treatment can accomplish. We encourage every man to look forward to how contouring procedures can improve the body they already have (not the one they may dream of possessing) to discourage unrealistic goals.

Male Tummy Tuck

Most men have the propensity to develop stubborn fat around the midsection, and aging accelerates its development.

Unfortunately, even if dramatic fat reduction occurs in the area, lax skin and muscles may develop, resulting in yet another aesthetic problem. A male tummy tuck removes stubborn fat and loose skin as well as tightens lax muscles to create a defined and chiseled body. You’ll have a better chance of developing a desirable “six-pack”.

Men develop saggy skin, stretch marks, and weakened abdominal muscles over time. Often this occurs as a result of frequent or dramatic changes in weight, but can also be caused by natural factors like genetics or the aging process. It is typical for men to see their body fat most apparent around the abdominal area and waist (unlike women, who tend to store their fat in their thighs and buttocks). By the time they reach middle age, this fat becomes more stubborn and cannot be eliminated with a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle alone.

We can reduce the size of a protruding belly through a male tummy tuck. The procedure works by removing excess skin from the treatment area. Once the procedure has been completed, an improved abdominal contour becomes visible, with the stubborn excess tissue and skin having been removed. While a tummy tuck does tighten weak abdominal muscles if necessary, unlike women, men rarely require this. The tightening of abdominal muscles that have been weakened and stretched is most often performed on women who have gone through pregnancy and childbirth. Having said that, however, some men do have this part of a traditional tummy tuck performed (men who have experienced massive weight loss or have weakened muscles due to aging).

By adhering to a healthy lifestyle after recovery, male abdominoplasty results in a flatter, tighter, and better-looking stomach with an improved contour. Many men enjoy a substantial boost in their self-confidence and self-esteem when the benefits of their tummy tuck become apparent.

Obesity among adults is at an all-time high, with rates substantially higher than just a couple of decades ago. Patients who have achieved the majority of their weight loss goal through exercise and healthy eating may want to receive the treatment as a way to enjoy a kind of “finishing touch” to their hard work.

A male tummy tuck is best suited for a man who:

• Has experienced massive weight loss, especially if there is loose skin
• Dislikes the appearance of their mid-section despite following a healthy lifestyle and diet

Pectoral Implants

The muscular definition of the chest is an admired quality of the male body. However, you may find it difficult to develop your pectoral muscles to the level you want or have found that your muscle mass has reduced as a result of your advancing years. Pectoral implant surgery is a cosmetic procedure that adds the bulk you couldn’t get through strength training alone. By enhancing your chest with pectoral implants, you’ll look more fit and athletic.

Male Breast Reduction Surgery

If you have excess breast tissue that gives you the appearance of having breasts, you’ve experienced the embarrassment that is associated with this feminine body trait. Known as gynecomastia, the abnormal physical condition can hurt your self-esteem. Male breast reduction surgery removes excess tissue in the chest to achieve a flatter, more defined contour. With more than 1.2 million cosmetic surgical procedures performed on men in 2021 according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, are you taking advantage of all that the aesthetic medical field has to offer to boost your career and love life?

Male body contouring in Toronto offers several benefits, enhancing both physical appearance and self-confidence. These include:

• Improved body symmetry and proportion
• Enhanced muscle definition
• Reduction of stubborn fat deposits
• Increased self-esteem and body confidence
• Better fitting clothes
• A more youthful and athletic appearance
• Long-lasting results with proper diet and exercise

Many traits will make you a candidate for male body contouring in Toronto, some of these traits include:

• You dislike your inability to improve the muscular tone of your body and want a solution that is dramatically more effective than exercise and diet
• You’re embarrassed about the appearance of your chest and want a flatter, more masculine contour 
• You’ve recently lost a lot of weight and want to get rid of the loose skin and lack of muscular definition in your mid-section
• You want to feel more confident

On the day of your male body contouring surgery in Toronto, you will be welcomed by the friendly and professional staff who will guide you through the preoperative preparations. You will meet with your plastic surgeon to review the surgical plan and address any last-minute questions or concerns.

The surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia to ensure your comfort throughout. The duration of the surgery can vary depending on the specific contouring techniques being used, such as liposuction, gynecomastia surgery, or tummy tuck. Our team will make precise incisions in discreet locations to minimize visible scarring. They will then skillfully remove excess fat, tighten underlying muscles, and reshape your body to create a more defined and masculine contour. A consultation based on your specific surgery can provide more details on the procedure. 

Once the surgery is complete, you will be moved to a recovery area where you will be monitored as you wake from anesthesia. Our staff will provide detailed post-operative care instructions and ensure you are comfortable before you are discharged to go home with a friend, family member, or spouse. 

Recovery from male body contouring varies depending on the specific procedures performed, but generally, patients can expect a recovery period of several weeks. Initially, there will be some swelling, bruising, and discomfort, which can be managed with prescribed medications. Most patients can return to work and light activities within one to two weeks, but strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided for at least four to six weeks.