More men in high-stakes careers such as finance, hospitality and IT are turning to aesthetics and cosmetic treatments to keep pace with the rat race.
READ MOREYou might be feeling fit, but are you looking fab? Tackle those problem areas fast with these fixes.
READ MOREHaving enlarged man boobs (male breasts) may be embarrassing and uncomfortable but it is an unfortunate fact of life for many men.
READ MOREUnsatisfied with the results and grappling with physical and emotional distress, Mr E sought Dr Puah in Singapore for a revision surgery to rectify the uneven outcomes of his past surgeries.
READ MOREDoes your son hide under baggy clothes? It could be due to gynecomastia (a medical condition that cause male breasts to enlarge) or puffy nipples!
READ MOREThese days, tattoos are a common sight with wider general acceptance among society. But have you ever wondered about the origins of it?
READ MORESingapore men are stepping up their game and embracing aesthetic treatments in a big way to give both their looks and confidence a big boost. Here are six treatments that can help in both departments!
READ MORETraining hard to trade your flabby-looking chest for hard pectorals, but with little success? Maybe it's gynecomastia.
READ MOREAt Amaris B. Clinic, we believe that everyone deserves to look and feel good. Accordingly, the extensive range of treatments we provide does accommodate to a man’s needs as well. Consequently, we have been seeing a rise in the number of male patients seeking appearance improvements and in addressing clinical issues like gynecomastia.
READ MOREHere is a detailed breakdown of these two types of man boobs conditions, the different grades, how gynecomastia affects your self-esteem, and what can be done to get you ready for your NS journey in full confidence.
READ MOREIn the pursuit of the ideal ripped body, men turn to the anabolic steroid to increase muscle mass. Inevitably, they also develop enlarged male breasts. Dr Ivan Puah's Unique 360 degrees Glandular Tissue Dissection Technique in his gynecomastia surgery can treat this issue successfully.
READ MOREDr Ivan Puah Boon Kwang, Medical Director Amaris B. Clinic, believes that body sculpting procedures, which includes gynecomastia surgery, comprises 70% Art and 30% Science.
READ MOREAccording to new statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more men are going under the knife – specifically for body-related cosmetic surgery such as liposuction and tummy tucks. As a matter of fact, the same report shows that the number of male breast reduction surgeries has increased by around 30 percent over the past five years! We break down the reasons for the rise of male boobs – otherwise known as “moobs”, or gynecomastia – and give you the lowdown on the solutions available.
READ MOREBecause looking good is all about feeling good, having great skin is half the battle won. As your face is the first thing people look at, you would want a well-defined mug that’s ever ready to flash a winning smile.
READ MOREDo you regret getting that tattoo? According to an article on Market Watch, the revenue for tattoo removal has increased by 440 percent over the past decade, from the year of 2015. While there are many purported ways of removing one, it’s always best to engage help from a qualified clinic.
READ MOREMale Nipple Reduction is a well-defined chest accentuated by muscles (and not excess fat) is a physical trait that most men desire. A lot of effort and time are spent to achieve this appearance but at times, results are hard to come by.
READ MOREUnless you’re George Clooney or Brad Pitt, majority of men do not age as gracefully as they’d like to. But that’s not to say we can’t slow it down and take a shot at ageing like ChuanDo Tan. Let us walk you through the ageing process.
READ MOREFat freezing’s popularity as a fat reduction treatment is ever increasing with many people having experienced its success. Yet, some suffer from its little-known side effect known as “Paradoxical Adipose Hyperplasia”.
READ MOREDr Ivan Puah looks at why men want to make changes and answers some questions on the popular aesthetic and cosmetic treatments for men.
READ MOREDr Ivan Puah details the various presentations of gynecomastia, including its basic anatomy and various gynecomastia grades and how gynecomastia looks like in men of different ages.
READ MORETeenagers may not be comfortable discussing gynecomastia and may keep it from their parents and family members. This can lead to low-self esteem. Here are some helpful ways to detect if your child or family members is suffering from gynecomastia.
READ MOREAt Amaris B. Clinic, your results, well-being, and safety are always prioritised. From the moment you step into the clinic to when you leave after your treatment, Dr Ivan Puah and his team are dedicated to taking good care of you.
READ MOREIt takes an average of six to 12 months to achieve six-pack abs, and most people tend to fall by the wayside during that arduous journey.
READ MOREThere’s just as much fact as fiction circulating on the internet when it comes to what causes man boobs, or gynecomastia, if you’d prefer the more learned term. Amaris B. Clinic’s Dr Ivan Puah explains what’s true, and what’s not.
READ MOREDr Ivan Puah, the founder of Amaris B. Clinic, says that people's first impression of his job is usually “glamorous.” “This is not true,” he laughs and says.
READ MOREMen are concerned about the way they look and according to research, even more so than women. Anxiety caused by perceived flaws of their physical appearance is a real issue and men do talk about it at times, among themselves.
READ MOREDr Ivan Puah is seeing an increase in older patients in the treatment of gynecomastia. Men above 40 years old who are on prescription medications are more susceptible to experiencing enlarged male breasts. It has been found that statin, amoxicillin, and proton pump inhibitors increase gynecomastia risk.
READ MOREWe're deep diving into the overarching themes set to blow up in 2023 for both women and men, which include the changes to our current skincare routines, finding wellness through beauty, and the natural look that's highly sought-after.
READ MOREThe use of anabolic steroids in bodybuilding is notorious to the point of being synonymous. The steroid-induced sculpted ripped bodies come with a price – shrunken testicles, decreased sperm count, baldness, acne and even gynecomastia.
READ MOREGynecomastia surgery success rate is a high one, especially when surgical intervention is the only option for enlarged male breasts. Here is the journey of a patient whose life has changed for the better after his gynecomastia surgery.
READ MOREHeads up, gents: you may want to check your chest area after reading this. If you’re suffering from the dreaded “man boobs”, it could reflect a medical condition more serious than you think. While the topic of gynecomastia (enlarged male breasts) has its fair share of stigma, it affects almost 70 percent of adolescent boys, and 65 percent of middle-aged and older men.
READ MOREDr Ivan Puah has seen a rise in expat patients who need help with various issues. The impact of COVID on businesses and job security, along with general fear-mongering, has affected the mental health of many. Dr Puah talks us through the various scenarios and what he recommends.
READ MOREDr. Ivan Puah, Medical Director of Amaris B. Clinic, who has treated a number of gynecomastia patients, observed that the majority of men who came in with complaints of pseudogynecomastia were shown to have mixed gynecomastia after medical assessment.
READ MOREMen do get it and they know the importance of looking good. However, some become too obsessive in that pursuit, which can lead to other issues.
READ MOREIf you have gynecomastia — the medical term for “man boobs” — you’re far from alone. In fact, an estimated 30% of men experience gynecomastia in their lifetime, according to a 2014 study.
READ MOREMan boobs or ‘moobs’ might sound like a joke or a made-up word even, but for many men, it is a real problem. So why do men get them? Let’s explore some possible causes.
READ MOREGender and age don’t matter when it comes to body image issues, and both women and men do feel pressured to look good. Instead of keeping it bottled inside, we say it’s time for a confidence makeover.
READ MOREThe team at Amaris B. Clinic to delve into all you need to know about the medical condition, including causes, symptoms and treatments.
READ MOREThe award is a recognition of excellence among medical providers in the Asia Pacific region, as acknowledged by leading professionals in healthcare providers and organisations in the sector.
READ MOREHalf of Singaporeans would be less likely to hire a candidate with a tattoo. 48% of those surveyed felt that having tattoos is not a barrier to employment and 5% even thought they would actually employ someone who has tattoos.
READ MOREIn a survey done on youths between 15 and 35 by Singapore Polytechnic, it was found that 50.6% of male respondents reported they spent more than $100 per month on online purchases, as compared to 41.3% of female respondents.
READ MOREDid it ever occur to you that women have preferences too? The truth hurts, but according to sex and relationship expert Wendy Walsh, the attraction doesn’t take place where you think it does.
READ MORETo help you understand this medical condition, let’s take a closer look at gynecomastia, and another condition that is often mistaken to be a genuine case of gynecomastia, known as pseudogynecomastia.
READ MOREGynecomastia causes physical discomfort such as breast tenderness, swelling and changes in the chest shape and appearance. It can make you look feminine unintentionally too.
READ MOREBad skin and man boobs can really crush a guy’s confidence. But there are solutions.
READ MOREAcne; it’s a common skin concern that plagues teens and adults alike – and it can be especially bad in a climate as humid as Singapore’s. Even when the inflammation clears up, you can be left with ugly scars and dark spots that take months to fade.
READ MOREMr RM, in his 50s, works in the engineering industry. His life was marked by a hidden struggle with gynecomastia. He had been silently grappling with gynecomastia for almost 40 years.
READ MOREWorking out might not be enough if you’re suffering from gynecomastia, also known as “man boobs.” Or maybe you want to lose that gut fast, but progress is slow?
READ MOREYou need to understand what a tattoo is and how it works before understanding exactly how laser tattoo removal works.
READ MOREThey say looks are not everything, but looks are definitely something in the magical world of success. And so, while giving success time to brew, it’s now time for you to look the part as you enter the world of wealth and success.
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