Men are just beginning to learn what women have known for centuries, appearance matters. Maintain a sharp, vibrant look with custom-designed treatment for the face, neck, chest, waist, and peri-orbital area. We welcome men to our aesthetic practice with an understanding that male patients benefit from a unique, tailored approach that emphasizes natural, conservative improvements. Dr. David Morwood, our board-certified plastic surgeon with over 34 years of experience, helps you look like yourself while addressing gynecomastia, resistant fat, loose neck tissue, wrinkles, and tired eyes.
Men's Before & Afters
*Actual Patient Disclaimer: there is no guarantee of specific results and the results can vary.
In Dr. Morwood's Words:
In general, men want to look like themselves. Men want to retain their own personal look. They do not want such a radical change or difference in their face that they no longer look like themselves.
David T. Morwood, MD, FACS
The Truth About Plastic Surgery: An Educational Guide for the Consumer
This Procedure Treats:
- Gynecomastia and unwanted fullness in the male chest
- Stubborn fat deposits in the abdomen, flanks, and neck
- Facial aging including jowls, skin laxity, and prominent wrinkles
- A weak or recessed chin affecting masculine facial proportions
- Hair loss and thinning affecting appearance and self-confidence
- Nasal shape concerns that detract from facial balance and aesthetics
Refine Your Look While Staying True to You
Surgery for men is a custom-designed approach to help you look more vibrant, refreshed, and energetic while maintaining your own characteristic look. Dr. Morwood focuses on the areas that most commonly show signs of aging or imbalance in men, including the neck, jawline, periorbital region, chest, abdomen, and waist. Surgical techniques may include facial surgical procedures, gynecomastia surgery, liposuction, and abdominal & pectoral etching. The goal is to help you look like yourself, only sharper, more rested, and confident.
Facial Surgical Procedures
Facial surgeries for men are performed to help you look more vibrant and energetic while maintaining your own characteristic look. Dr. Morwood takes a conservative approach to male facial surgery, focusing on the neck, jawline, and periorbital area, where early signs of aging are most apparent. Common procedures may include a neck lift, jowl lift, and conservative upper and lower eyelid rejuvenation. The midface is treated with a “lift and fill” technique, which combines soft-tissue elevation with volumetric restoration to achieve a crisp look.
Facial Surgical Procedures for Men Treat:
- Loose tissue under the chin and along the neck
- Loss of a crisp, clean jawline definition
- Jowling along the lower face
- Excess upper eyelid skin creating a tired appearance
- Lower eyelid bags and a prominent tear trough
- A low eyelid-cheek junction that appears worn out
- Loss of facial volume in the midface
- Early signs of aging in the peri-orbital region
- A lack of a sharp, vibrant, and energetic facial appearance
Gynecomastia Surgery
Gynecomastia surgery is a body-contouring procedure that involves sculpting the male chest by removing excess glandular tissue and fat. Dr. Morwood most often uses the closed approach, inserting a cannula through small access incisions in the pectoral fold, the side of the chest, or the edge of the areola. The tissue is suctioned in a crosshatch pattern to mold the anterior chest. When firm glandular tissue is present, a mini-access incision allows direct removal. The goal is a flatter, more masculine chest contour that matches your physique.
Gynecomastia Surgery Treats:
- Excess glandular breast tissue in the male chest
- Localized fat that does not respond to diet and exercise
- A soft or enlarged anterior chest contour
- Poor chest definition that does not match the rest of your physique
- Firm, dense tissue beneath the nipple-areolar complex (“breast bud”)
- Asymmetry between the two sides of the chest
Redundant tissue that affects how clothing fits
Liposuction
Liposuction is a body-contouring procedure that involves removing excess fat and sculpting your physique. Dr. Morwood makes small incisions to insert a hollow tube, called a cannula, into the area with excess fat, which is connected to a vacuum. As the cannula is passed in a crosshatch or honeycomb pattern, excess fat is permanently removed while the skin is brought closer to the muscular fascia. This technique allows improved definition of the abdomen, waist, and torso. The goal is to mold, shape, and refine your natural contours.
Liposuction for Men Treats:
- Resistant areas of fat that do not respond to diet and exercise
- Excess fat along the abdomen and waist (“love handles”)
- Fullness of the torso that obscures muscular definition
- Localized fat deposits along the flanks and lower back
- Imbalance between fat distribution and overall physique
- Lack of visible contour in the abdominal and oblique regions
- A softer appearance that detracts from a sharp, athletic look
Abdominal & Pectoral Etching
Abdominal and pectoral etching is an advanced form of liposuction that sculpts and enhances muscular definition. Dr. Morwood inserts a cannula through small incisions and then passes it in a precise crosshatch pattern to selectively remove excess fat and accentuate the natural lines of the abdomen and chest. By bringing the skin closer to the muscular fascia, this technique makes the contours of the rectus muscles and pectorals more visible. The goal is to produce a sharper, more athletic, and well-defined torso.
Abdominal & Pectoral Etching Treat:
- Localized fat that obscures natural muscular definition
- A lack of visible contour in the abdominal (“six-pack”) region
- Softness over the pectoral muscles that blunts chest definition
- Uneven fat distribution across the abdomen and chest
- Poor transition between the chest, abdomen, and waist
- Subtle irregularities that prevent a sharp, athletic appearance
Men FAQs
Will I Still Look Like Myself After Surgery?
Yes. In general, you want to look like yourself: only more vibrant, refreshed, and energetic. Dr. Morwood takes a conservative approach, especially in facial rejuvenation for men. The goal is not to change your identity, but to refine your natural features while maintaining your own characteristic look. Subtle, natural improvement is always the priority.
How Much Time Will I Need to Take Off From Work?
This depends on the procedure. Many treatments, including liposuction and gynecomastia correction, are performed as outpatient procedures, sometimes even in the office with oral sedation and local anesthesia. You may return to light activity relatively quickly, although full recovery and optimal results will take more time. Your plan is tailored to fit your lifestyle.
Will the Results Look Natural or “Overdone”?
A natural result is essential. Men often express concern about looking unnatural or having a “frozen” appearance. Dr. Morwood uses conservative techniques, particularly in the face, to avoid aggressive midface lifting and instead focus on a balanced “lift and fill” approach. This allows you to look rested and sharp without appearing altered.
Are Non-surgical Treatments Effective for Men?
Absolutely. Many men benefit from “lunchtime treatments” such as Botox, fillers, and facials. These minimally invasive options can improve your appearance with little to no downtime. They are ideal if you are not ready for surgery but still want to look your best.
Have More Questions?
Learn More About Male Procedures in The Truth About Plastic Surgery: An Educational Guide for the Consumer
Continue your education by reading Dr. Morwood’s book, The Truth About Plastic Surgery: An Educational Guide for the Consumer, where you will find detailed explanations of facial rejuvenation and body contouring for men. Using clear language, real patient examples, and practical insights, the book helps you better understand your options and how a custom-designed approach can help you look more vibrant, refreshed, and confident.
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Dr. David Morwood is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 34 years of experience, known for his conservative, custom-designed approach to helping you look your best while maintaining your natural appearance. During your consultation, he will review your medical history, listen to your goals, and, when appropriate, evaluate your concerns using advanced 3D imaging. If you are ready to look more vibrant, schedule your private consultation in Monterey today.
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