If you know you want plastic surgery in Dallas but don’t know where to start, you’re not alone. Dallas is home to numerous board-certified plastic surgeons, many of whom appear similar at first glance. But when it comes to trusting someone with your body, your face, and your confidence, the difference between average and exceptional truly matters.

Dr. John Burns is that difference.

With over 25 years of experience and thousands of successful procedures—including breast augmentations, tummy tucks, facelifts, liposuction, and Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBLs)—he is among the most experienced and the most respected board-certified plastic surgeons in Dallas and across the country. Nationally recognized by Newsweek Magazine as one of America’s Top Plastic Surgeons and consistently named a top Dallas plastic surgeon by both peers and patients, Dr. Burns blends technical precision with artistic intuition.

What makes him stand out? It’s not just the accolades or certifications. It’s his deep understanding of facial and body anatomy, his commitment to continuous innovation in surgical techniques, and—most importantly—his ability to listen. Dr. Burns prioritizes patient goals and customizes every procedure to deliver results that are elegant, natural-looking, and uniquely suited to each individual. His aesthetic is never overdone. Patients leave his Dallas practice looking like themselves—just refreshed, refined, and more confident- never looking "done."

Below are five areas where Dr. Burns has become known for his expertise, achieving exceptional, natural-looking plastic surgery results in Dallas.

Breast augmentation is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedures, and for good reason—it can be transformative for body confidence. Whether it’s restoring volume after pregnancy or weight loss, correcting asymmetry, or simply wanting a fuller shape, Dr. Burns ensures your results are tailored to your goals.

Using advanced 3D Crisalix imaging during consultation, patients can see a realistic preview of their potential outcome. Dr. Burns offers a wide range of breast implant options, including new generation Motiva breast implants and Natrelle silicone gel breast implants, and submuscular or dual-plane placement, and uses a no-touch Keller funnel insertion technique to reduce complications. He also employs rapid-recovery protocols so most patients can return to light activity within 48 hours.

With a satisfaction rate of over 95%, Dr. Burns is a trusted choice for breast augmentation in Dallas and has been named The Face of Breast Augmentation by D Magazine.

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For women who want a subtle enhancement without the commitment of implants, fat grafting to the breasts offers an ideal solution. Dr. Burns is an internationally recognized expert in fat transfer, having done thousands of augmentations for women from Brazil to Australia and New Zealand. Dr. Burns uses cutting-edge techniques to transfer fat from areas like the abdomen or thighs to the breasts, achieving a natural-looking one-to-two-cup size increase.

He uses the Wells Johnson closed-loop filtration system to maintain fat viability and minimize trauma. This not only improves fat retention rates—often between 60–90%—but also ensures smoother, more natural outcomes. As a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in fat grafting, Dr. Burns has earned global recognition through peer-reviewed publications and speaking engagements. Patients often describe this procedure as life-changing: sculpting one area while enhancing another, all using their own tissue.


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Looking for a tummy tuck that goes beyond excess skin removal? The Corset Tummy Tuck, or 3-vector plication, goes far beyond a standard tummy tuck. Dr. Burns doesn’t just tighten the central abdominal muscles; he also addresses the obliques to reshape the waist internally along the abdominal wall to create a corset-like internal structure while removing loose skin and fat.

Liposuction comes standard with Dr. Burns' tummy tucks. Most of our VASER®-assisted or 360° lipo—he sculpts the entire midsection into a smooth, contoured silhouette. Recovery time remains similar to a traditional tummy tuck, but the results speak for themselves. Patients frequently report improved posture, increased core strength, and a renewed sense of confidence in their figure. It’s a popular component of Dr. Burns’ Mommy Makeover procedures, helping mothers reclaim their pre-baby bodies.


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For patients with a lean physique, achieving hourglass curves through traditional means can be challenging. The Skinny BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift) is a customized fat transfer procedure designed specifically for slender individuals. Dr. Burns expertly harvests small amounts of fat from areas like the flanks, waist, or thighs, then strategically injects it into the buttocks and hips.

Using VASER® liposuction for optimal fat retrieval and a gentle, artistic approach to fat reinjection, Dr. Burns creates subtle, natural-looking curves. The Skinny BBL enhances the body’s proportions while preserving a slender aesthetic, without the need for implants. Patients love that the results are their own, with no foreign materials and minimal scarring. For those seeking body contouring in Dallas with a more understated touch, the Skinny BBL offers beautiful balance and femininity.


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