Category Archives: Breast Reduction

Which Breast Surgery Is Right for You: Breast Lift or Breast Reduction?

Many women struggle with the appearance of their breasts as they get older. Natural aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and genetics may cause drooping and/or overly large breasts. You may find yourself weighing your breast surgery options to reach your cosmetic goals for a proportionate and even bust. Our board-certified plastic surgeon can determine whether breast lift or breast reduction suits your needs during your one-on-one consultation. Continue reading →

Your Breast Reduction Results: What To Expect

If you have struggled with the discomfort of oversized, heavy breasts for a long time, it is exhilarating to imagine life after breast reduction. You my constantly daydream about what it will be like to have lighter, more proportional breasts and a new lease on life.

While every patient responds to breast reduction differently and recovers at her own pace, one thing is true: it takes time for the final results to appear. Having an idea of what to expect can help you stay patient as you anticipate your results.

Here, Dr. Erwin Bulan explains when you can expect to enjoy your breast reduction results. Continue reading →

How Young Is Too Young for Breast Reduction?

Exactly how young is too young for breast reduction? Is the 14-year-old girl with breasts so large that she cannot cross her arms over her chest able to pursue surgical correction? What about the 15-year-old being teased by her peers about her large breasts?

There is not an exact age at which a teenager becomes eligible for breast reduction; it truly depends on the individual patient. However, there are general guidelines that plastic surgeons adhere to when evaluating candidates.

Dr. Erwin Bulan, a trusted breast surgeon in Northern New Jersey, discusses some of those factors here. Continue reading →