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September 24, 2020 | Uncategorized

Looking for a lift to your face without the downtime of surgery? Sounds too good to be true, but it’s not!

Ultherapy is a treatment we offer in-office that is FDA approved for lifting the neck, brow and area under the chin called the submentum. It also treats fine lines and wrinkles across the décolleté, “smoker’s lines” around the mouth and crows feet around the eyes. Ultherapy uses micro-focused Ultrasound to stimulate collagen production deep in […]

September 03, 2020 | Uncategorized

Fascinating Surprises of On-Label and Off-Label uses of Botox® Cosmetic

Botox is probably one of the most common products that we use for facial rejuvenation. It is arguably the one of the most recognized words by people that enjoy the benefits of Botox and by those that make fun of it because they haven’t realized its full potential or they are afraid of looking “frozen” […]

June 15, 2020 | Uncategorized

The Most Popular Cosmetic Procedures for Men

Men are complicated and lovely all at the same time. They want to age gracefully, but they really don’t want to grow old and we respect that. However, sometimes I hear men say that they look in the mirror and they really do not recognize who they see. The aging process affects all of us, […]

May 29, 2020 | Uncategorized

Microfat, Nanofat and Aquagold Microinfusion (Here’s the skinny on the Fat)

How can fat be good? Don’t we spend our waking hours trying to slim down? We do CoolSculpting and liposuction, but maybe a little fat could be put to good use in other areas of the face. As we age we can lose volume in our face making us look old and gaunt. But now […]

May 05, 2020 | Uncategorized

The Virtual Consult and 3D Crisalix Analysis for Breast Augmentation, Breast Reduction and Facial Rejuvenation

My patients often ask me, “What will I look like after surgery or a procedure?”. I find that this is the hardest thing to explain to a patient. It is complicated because everyone’s starting anatomy is different with varying skin quality, breast volume, chest wall projection or even facial volume loss with textural changes. Fortunately, […]

April 07, 2020 | Health and Beauty, Skin Care, Facial Rejuvenation

Top Medical-Grade Skin Care Products For At Home Self Care

Skin transformation doesn’t just have to start at our office. It can start in your home. Our experienced and new patients have figured out that now is the time to figure this skin thing out. Now is the time to have a little peeling at home or just a refreshed appearance. Whether you are ready […]

March 25, 2020 | Body Surgery

The Psychological Benefits of Breast Augmentation

Year after year, breast augmentation is the most frequently performed cosmetic procedure in the United States. It involves placing implants to achieve a fuller, shapelier, more proportionate breast appearance. And while many women are drawn to these cosmetic benefits, the psychological ones can be just as rewarding. After your breast augmentation procedure at Burgess Plastic […]

March 12, 2020 | Uncategorized

Frequently Asked Questions about Microneedling with PRP

Microneedling combined with platelet-rich plasma is a fantastic way to treat your skin. It harnesses the healing components of your own blood and combines it with gentle microneedling treatment. What is Microneedling with PRP? Platelet-rich plasma is packed with growth factors. These growth factors may support tissue creation and repair. Microneedling with PRP combines both […]

November 18, 2019 | Skin Care

3 Reasons to Get a Tummy Tuck

Whether you’ve just given birth, lost a significant amount of weight, or simply don’t want to deal with loose, sagging, excess skin around your abdomen anymore, a tummy tuck could give you the look you desire. A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, can deliver a flat, toned appearance to your stomach and abdomen when diet and exercise alone may not accomplish that.

August 02, 2019 | Breast Surgery, Plastic Surgeon, Health and Beauty

Allergan Textured Breast Implant Recall

Allergan recently issued a recall on all their textured breast implants. This was in response to concerns by the FDA and health organizations around the world about the association between Allergan textured breast implants and a rare form of cancer, ALCL. At Burgess Plastic Surgery, Dr. Burgess has placed thousands of breast implants, most being […]

July 31, 2019 | Cosmetic Injections

Get Selfie-Ready with Non-Surgical Lip Augmentation

Do you have lips that are thinner than you’d like? Full, plump lips are a sign of youthfulness and vitality, but many people have lips that are either naturally thin or have thinned out with age. Thin or asymmetrical lips can make you self-conscious about your smile, and you may end up avoiding photos or […]

June 27, 2019 | Cosmetic Injections, Facial Rejuvenation

Is Jeuveau™ the New BOTOX® Cosmetic?

There’s a new injectable neurotoxin on the block, and its name is Jeuveau™. It’s also been lovingly coined “NewTox,” because it works the same way as BOTOX® Cosmetic. One is not better than the other, but treatments may indicate that Jeuveau™ injections may last longer. We also know many of our patients are BOTOX® loyalists, and […]