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should i have botox in my 20s?

In a recent survey from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), 64 percent of members reported they have seen a dramatic increase in patients under age 30 request facial cosmetic surgery and injectable treatments. Among the most popular non-invasive facial treatments is Botox, which softens the appearance of wrinkles and lines and produces almost instantaneous results.

So is having Botox in your 20s a good idea? Dr. Erwin Bulan, a top Northern New Jersey plastic surgeon, explains the answer in detail. Continue reading →

what facelift can and cannot do

Facelift is considered to be the gold standard in facial rejuvenation because it offers the most comprehensive results for patients seeking to turn back the clock on their facial appearance. That being said, there is a lot of confusion on what exactly the procedure can and cannot accomplish. In this blog post, New Jersey plastic surgeon Dr. Erwin Bulan sheds light on what you can expect with facelift.  Continue reading →

why sun protection is important for scar healing

One of the most asked-about topics relating to plastic surgery is scarring. Understandably, many potential patients worry that their plastic surgery scars will be noticeable. Perhaps they have heard from past patients who were left behind with noticeable, dark and thick scars after their surgeries. Continue reading →

how soon can i have body contouring after weight loss?

After losing a large amount of weight, either through bariatric surgery or diet and exercise, many patients are left with loose folds of skin that do not conform to their smaller figure. Not only does the excess skin obscure their new body shape, it might make exercise and other physical activities uncomfortable and even painful.

If you are self-conscious or bothered by your post-weight loss body, body contouring with Northern New Jersey plastic surgeon Dr. Erwin Bulan can help. Body contouring refers to plastic surgery procedures that remove excess skin and fat while improving the shape of the underlying tissues. The result is pleasantly sculpted body contours.  Continue reading →