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Topical Botox Drug Still Waiting on Further Study and Approval

Posted March 08, 2011 in Cosmetic Injections

As the economy rebounds, sales of wrinkle-blockers like Botox and Dysport are increasing in plastic surgeons’ offices nationwide. Many consumers however, may be waiting for a game-changing version of botulinum toxin – in the form a topical wrinkle treatment. Both Botox and Dysport, while they are distributed by different companies, contain similar formulations of botulinum […]

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TODAY Show Life Changers: Cosmetic Breast Surgery

Posted February 25, 2011 in Breast Surgery

Two different women with different problems, both related to their breasts, recently appeared on the TODAY show. Erica wanted to undergo a breast augmentation, while Jeanne was prepared for a breast reduction to help improve her body proportion and relieve discomfort. Both women appeared on TODAY show about 2 weeks after surgery. “I saw my […]

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Facial Surgeons Focused on Non-Invasive Procedures in 2010

Posted February 25, 2011 in Facial Surgery

Along with ASPS, other organizations are releasing statistics from their yearly survey, including the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS). However, their report has a slightly different spin, showing that about 75 percent of procedures done by their members were non-surgical. But they also show a 45 percent increase in the number […]

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2010 Plastic Surgery Statistics Rebound With Economy

Posted February 11, 2011 in Plastic Surgeon

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons released their annual procedural statistics report yesterday, showing a 5 percent increase in cosmetic procedures for 2010. According to the ASPS, 13.1 million procedures were performed in the U.S. last year, including plastic surgery and minimally invasive cosmetic treatments. 5.3 million reconstructive procedures were performed as well, showing a […]

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TODAY Show Features Mommy Makeover Surgery

Posted February 11, 2011 in Body Surgery, Breast Surgery

Moms are usually overjoyed after the birth of a child, but they also find it hard to restore their bodies to a youthful shape. In these cases, some women elect to have a series of cosmetic surgery procedures called the “mommy makeover,” which typically includes a tummy tuck, liposuction, and a breast lift or augmentation. […]

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Welcome to the New Burgess Plastic Surgery Blog

Posted February 25, 2010 in Portland Community

Thanks for visiting our new blog.  Here you will be able to find information on plastic surgery news, recent trends, special offers, and the latest events happening at our office.  We want to stay in touch with our local community and present news that will be relevant to our patients. Are you interested in health, […]

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