Any stitches will generally be removed between 6 - 14 days after surgery. Depending on the extent of surgery, you may need to avoid sexual activity for a week or two, and heavy exercise for about three weeks. You need to stay from any sport of job that risks a blow to the chest area for at least four weeks. In general, it will take about a month before you are back to all of your normal activities. You should also avoid exposing the resulting scars to the sun for at least six months.
Sunlight can permanently affect the skin's pigmentation, causing the scar to turn dark.
If sun exposure is unavoidable, use a strong sun block and or sun protective clothing. Your new look Gynecomastia surgery can enhance your appearance and self confidence, but it will not necessarily change your looks to match your ideal. Before you decide to have surgery, think carefully about your expectations and discuss them frankly with Dr. Bermant. The results of the procedure are significant and permanent. If your expectations are realistic, chances are good that you will be very satisfied with your new look.