August 03, 2015 | Plastic Surgeon
Rumor has it, the idea behind CoolSculpting was first discovered by a pediatrician in the 1960s. The pediatrician noticed that as kids sucked on popsicles, a dimple developed on the side of their cheek in which they had placed the popsicle. Concluding that the cold temporarily disabled the fat cells, the pediatrician noted that fat […]
Read MoreMay 14, 2015 | Breast Surgery
For mothers, Mother’s Day is a special time to recognize and thank you for the sacrifices you’ve made for your children. However—not all those sacrifices must be permanent. During pregnancy your body goes through so many changes, and some of those changes may cause your body to look less like the “you” of previous years. […]
Read MoreApril 14, 2015 | Body Surgery
If you’re still having a hard time losing those extra inches of fat around the hips, thighs, or waistline, liposuction might not be the only way to achieve the results you want. Dr. Burgess offers the innovative CoolSculpting procedure at her practice—a non-surgical alternative to liposuction that can eliminate fatty deposits permanently. This procedure only […]
Read MoreMarch 18, 2015 | Body Surgery, Plastic Surgeon
When summer calls for bathing suits, shorts, and lightweight clothing, we all want to look our best and be able to walk along the beach feeling comfortable and confident. If you are feeling self-conscious about a few stubborn areas of fat throughout your body, it can take the fun out of summer and sunny weather. […]
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2015 | Tummy Tuck, Body Surgery
Are you tired of trying to hide that stomach pooch or extra bulges around the midsection? If you have loose skin or a protruding stomach after pregnancy or extreme weight loss, you may be a good candidate for tummy tuck surgery. For many women struggling with figure flaws around the midsection, plastic surgery is one […]
Read MoreDecember 23, 2014 | Health and Beauty
Do you need to freshen up your look for the holidays and New Year’s celebrations? Now is the perfect time to make your appointment for one of our MedSpa facials and skin rejuvenation treatments that can help dramatically improve some of those signs of aging. We can help you get party-ready with a facial or […]
Read MoreOctober 06, 2014 | Breast Surgery
If you are dissatisfied with the shape or size of your breasts, consider getting breast implants to enhance your figure. Dr. Burgess performs a variety of breast enhancement procedures and may recommend cohesive gel breast implants for your breast augmentation surgery. These are the fifth generation of silicone implants and have proven to be very […]
Read MoreSeptember 02, 2014 | Plastic Surgeon, Health and Beauty, Skin Care
If you have sun spots, hyperpigmentation, or an uneven skin tone after the long summer (which many of us do), give your skin a boost with an advanced skin rejuvenation treatment. We recently introduced the SmartSkin™ system at our Portland plastic surgery practice to give patients more options for renewing and restoring their skin. Unlike […]
Read MoreAugust 12, 2014 | Body Surgery
We understand how frustrating it can be to lose those stubborn pockets of fat no matter how good your fitness program and diet may be. Many of our patients benefit from a VASER Lipo procedure that’s designed to remove excess fatty deposits with minimal trauma to surrounding tissues. It’s the ideal procedure for eligible patients […]
Read MoreJuly 17, 2014 | Breast Surgery
Hundreds of thousands of women undergo a breast augmentation procedure every year, and different types of implants can produce very different results. If you want a more natural look, talk to Dr. Burgess about gummy bear implants like Sientra. Sientra breast implants in Portland can have an anatomic or teardrop shape and a textured surface, […]
Read MoreJune 10, 2014 | Health and Beauty, Skin Care, Laser Treatments
Summer is right around the corner and as you start spend more time outdoors in the sun, you may notice you skin beginning to look a little dull or develop some discoloration. One of the most effective ways to refresh your look for the season is with an IPL Photofacial treatment. This procedure can be […]
Read MoreMay 21, 2014 | Health and Beauty
If your body tends to store extra fat around your thighs and you are having a hard time losing those extra inches with just diet and exercise, talk to Dr. Burgess about ZELTIQ® CoolSculpting.ZELTIQ® has just launched the CoolSmooth™ applicator and has received FDA clearance for reducing inches around the thighs with this innovative procedure. […]
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