Dr. Dhruv Chavan, Plastic Surgeon

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Dr. Dhruv Chavan, Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dhruv Chavan is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Pune, specializing in cosmetic & reconstructive surgery of the face, body, and breasts. www.drdc.co

With 6+ years’ experience and 100+ procedures, he offers expert aesthetic care.

14/09/2026

Only a 1 cm Scar After Gynecomastia Surgery? Is it Possible!

When choosing gynecomastia surgery, the result is not just about reducing excess chest tissue. Many patients also want scars that are as minimal and discreet as possible.

In this patient testimonial, he shares why he chose gynecomastia surgery with our team after seeing more visible scars in some other results. With carefully planned incisions, the goal was to keep the scar around 1 cm and make it as less noticeable as possible.

At just 3 days after gynecomastia surgery, he is already comfortable with the early result and has shared his experience of the recovery and scar appearance.

Every gynecomastia surgery is planned according to the individual patient, and scar appearance can vary depending on the procedure, healing and skin characteristics.

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12/09/2026

Does your breast feel hard or firm years after a breast implant?
One important term to know is capsular contracture.

After breast implant surgery, the body naturally forms a thin layer of scar tissue around the implant called a capsule. This is a normal part of the healing process.

However, in some patients, the capsule can become unusually tight. This may make the breast feel firm or hard, change the breast shape, or sometimes cause discomfort.

But remember, not every breast hardness means capsular contracture. Understanding the difference between normal healing and concerning breast changes is important after breast implant surgery.

Watch the detailed video on our YouTube channel to learn more about breast implant hardness, breast implant complications, and capsular contracture.

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09/09/2026

Are Breast Implants More Noticeable in Thin Patients?

If you are very thin and have less natural breast tissue, you may wonder if a breast implant can be felt when touching the breast.
The answer is yes.

Breast implant palpability can be more noticeable in some areas when the implant is placed over the muscle, especially if there is less natural breast tissue covering the implant.

That is why breast augmentation is not just about choosing the right implant size. Implant dimensions, breast tissue thickness, body structure, and implant placement all need to be carefully considered for proper breast augmentation planning.

Want to understand how surgeons plan breast implant placement and choose the right implant? Watch the full detailed video on our YouTube channel.
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08/09/2026

Do not judge your gynecomastia surgery results immediately after the operation.

The first few days and weeks after gynecomastia surgery are part of the healing process. Swelling, unevenness, temporary skin depression, dressing marks and differences in the position of the ni***es can happen during recovery.

For the first 48 hours, a tight dressing may be used to provide compression and help reduce the space where fluid or blood could collect. This is important because fluid collection can lead to complications such as seroma or hematoma.

Instead of constantly checking whether your chest looks perfectly symmetrical, focus on your gynecomastia surgery recovery.

Watch for significant swelling, redness or any unusual fluid collection and follow your surgeon's post surgery instructions.

A lot can change during the first two to three weeks as your body heals. A more accurate idea of the surgical result usually becomes visible gradually over the following weeks.

Focus on healthy food, a high protein diet, proper rest and following the recommended recovery guidelines.

Do not rush to judge your gynecomastia surgery results. Focus on healing first. Your body needs time to recover.

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07/09/2026

Will your breasts feel hard after breast augmentation?
Not necessarily.

After proper healing, breast implants can feel soft and natural. However, the final feel of your breasts does not depend only on the implant.

Your existing breast tissue, implant size, implant placement, whether the implant is placed above or below the muscle, and your healing process can all affect how natural and soft your breasts feel after breast augmentation.

It is also important to remember that breasts may feel firm immediately after surgery. This is not your final result. Swelling needs time to reduce, and the surrounding tissues need time to settle. For many patients, this process can take around 2 to 3 months.

Want to understand more about how breast implants feel and what affects the final result? Watch our detailed video on YouTube.
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04/09/2026

Traveling from Chhattisgarh to Pune for gynecomastia surgery, this patient shares his honest experience about the surgery, scar, pain and anesthesia.

One of his main concerns was whether the gynecomastia surgery scar would be noticeable. After seeing the results, he was happy that the scar was minimal and not very noticeable.

He also shares an important part of gynecomastia surgery recovery. According to his experience, he felt some pain for around 15 minutes after the operation, followed by minimal discomfort mainly due to the tight dressing.

Many patients are also scared of anesthesia before gynecomastia surgery. His experience was simple: he did not even realize when he was put under anesthesia.

After surgery, proper recovery instructions are important. Massage can usually be started after the recommended recovery period, while exercises and gym activities should only be resumed according to your surgeon's advice.

Watch this honest gynecomastia surgery patient experience from Chhattisgarh to Pune.

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03/09/2026

Loose Skin After Pregnancy? Here’s How a Tummy Tuck Works!

Pregnancy can significantly stretch the abdominal skin and muscles. Even after weight loss, loose skin, stubborn fat and a bulging abdomen may remain.

A tummy tuck surgery, also known as abdominoplasty, helps remove excess abdominal skin and improve the shape and contour of the abdomen. In suitable cases, liposuction may also be performed to remove excess fat from the back, sides and abdominal area.

During the procedure, excess loose skin is removed, especially the skin that may hang or fold around the lower abdomen and C section scar area. The abdominal muscles can also be repaired when there is a separation known as diastasis recti.

This can help improve the abdominal contour, reduce the appearance of a bulge, create a slimmer waist and restore an abdomen shape closer to the pre pregnancy contour.

A tummy tuck is a major surgical procedure and recovery usually takes several weeks. Every patient is different, so the surgical plan depends on the amount of loose skin, fat distribution and abdominal muscle separation.

In this video, we are taking you through a tummy tuck case and explaining what happens during abdominoplasty surgery.

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02/09/2026

Why He Finally Decided to Get Gynecomastia Surgery!

Making the decision to undergo gynecomastia surgery is not always easy. For this patient, the physical concern was only one part of the journey. Before the surgery, he had to spend a long time convincing his family, and even after the procedure, many questions and worries were running through his mind.

He had been noticing changes in his chest since his school years but did not have enough information about gynecomastia at that time. After years of searching for answers and watching educational videos about gynecomastia treatment and male breast reduction surgery, he finally gained the confidence to take the next step.

In this video, our patient shares his honest experience after gynecomastia surgery, including the anxiety he felt on the first night, his concerns about the future, and what helped him decide to travel all the way from Odisha to Pune for his treatment.

Gynecomastia surgery is a personal decision, and having the right information can help patients understand their options and make an informed choice.

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01/09/2026

Wondering why breast implants look high or feel tight immediately after breast augmentation? This is where the term breast implant drop and fluff comes in.

After breast implant surgery, the implants can initially appear high on the chest. The breasts may also feel firm, tight, and slightly unnatural due to swelling and tissue tension.

As healing progresses, swelling decreases and the tissues gradually relax. The implants begin to settle into a more natural position. This process is called the drop.

As the tissues continue to relax, the breasts can become softer, fuller, and more natural looking. This is known as the fluff.

So, breast implant drop and fluff simply refers to the gradual settling of breast implants and the development of a softer, more natural breast shape.

If you are considering breast augmentation, remember that your immediate post surgery appearance is not your final result. Give your body enough time to heal and your breast implants enough time to settle.

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31/08/2026

Traveling from Jaipur to Pune for gynecomastia surgery is a big decision. This patient chose to undergo surgery after carefully comparing gynecomastia surgery results and looking for a more aesthetic chest contour with a minimal incision.

After 48 hours, his first dressing was done, and the early transformation is already visible. However, this is not the final gynecomastia surgery result. There is still post operative swelling and slight skin discoloration, which will gradually improve over the next few weeks.

The goal of gynecomastia surgery is not just to remove excess chest tissue. A natural looking chest shape, smooth contour and minimal visible scarring are equally important.

This patient travelled from Jaipur to Pune for his gynecomastia treatment, and our team will continue to stay connected with him through follow ups and video consultations during his recovery.

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