Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Plastic Surgeon in Columbia, MD
Dr. Sarah Mess combines surgical expertise with artistic vision to deliver natural-looking aesthetic results for patients in Baltimore and Columbia, Maryland. With board certification in plastic surgery and affiliations at Howard County General Hospital, Johns Hopkins Hospital, and Northwest Hospital, she offers both surgical and non-surgical solutions tailored to individual goals. Her practice emphasizes personalized care, advanced techniques like VECTRA 3D imaging, and a commitment to staying at the forefront of aesthetic innovations. Dr. Messs background includes a summa cum laude medical degree, leadership roles in professional societies, and extensive experience in both reconstructive and cosmetic procedures. 
Services
Facelift
Neck Lift
Breast Augmentation
Tummy Tuck
Liposuction
CoolSculpting
Botox
Labiaplasty
Mommy Makeover
Body Contouring
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Board-certified plastic surgeon with 20+ years of experience
- Combines surgical precision with artistic vision for natural results
- Offers advanced techniques like VECTRA 3D imaging and Renuvion/J-Plasma
- Affiliated with top hospitals including Johns Hopkins and Howard County General
- Personalized treatment plans for surgical and non-surgical patients
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
What people say
Incredible results
Impeccable eye for detail
Excellent surgeon
Amazing staff
Natural-looking results
Services
Facelift
Facelift surgery addresses visible signs of aging by tightening skin and muscles for a youthful appearance. Ideal for patients with sagging skin, jowls, or deep wrinkles, this procedure restores facial contours while maintaining natural expression. Dr. Mess uses advanced techniques like deep plane lifts for long-lasting results.
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation enhances size and shape using implants or fat transfer. Suitable for patients seeking fuller breasts due to genetics, post-pregnancy changes, or weight loss. Dr. Mess offers personalized options including implant type, profile, and placement to achieve natural, balanced results aligned with body proportions.
Tummy Tuck
Tummy tuck surgery removes excess skin and tightens muscles for a flatter abdomen. Addresses post-pregnancy changes, weight loss effects, or stubborn fat deposits. Dr. Mess tailors procedures from mini tucks to full abdominoplasty with options like Renuvion/J-Plasma for skin tightening.
Liposuction
Liposuction removes localized fat deposits to sculpt body contours. Effective for areas like the abdomen, thighs, and neck that resist diet and exercise. Dr. Mess combines techniques like laser-assisted liposuction with skin-tightening technologies for optimal results.
Botox
Botox injections smooth dynamic wrinkles caused by facial movements. Targets crows feet, frown lines, and forehead wrinkles with minimal downtime. Dr. Mess uses precise dosing to maintain natural expression while reducing signs of aging for up to four months.
People
Dr. Sarah Mess
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Sarah Mess is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience, specializing in facial and body aesthetics. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of Maryland Medical School and completed her residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Mess holds affiliations at Howard County General Hospital and Johns Hopkins Hospital, and she serves as a part-time instructor at Johns Hopkins. Her practice combines surgical expertise with artistic vision to deliver personalized, natural-looking results.
Questions
What procedures does Dr. Mess specialize in?
Dr. Mess specializes in facial rejuvenation (facelifts, eyelid surgery), breast procedures (augmentation, lifts), body contouring (tummy tucks, liposuction), and non-surgical treatments like Botox and CoolSculpting.
How does VECTRA 3D imaging work?
VECTRA 3D imaging creates a high-resolution simulation of potential surgical outcomes during consultations, helping patients visualize results and refine treatment plans.
What is the recovery time for a facelift?
Most patients return to work in 1 week, with full recovery and final results visible after 3-6 months as swelling subsides.
Are financing options available?
Yes, financing is available for procedures like tummy tucks and breast augmentation to help patients manage costs.
Can procedures be combined?
Yes, procedures like facelifts with eyelid surgery or mommy makeovers combining breast and body procedures are common for comprehensive results.
Is Dr. Mess board-certified?
Yes, Dr. Mess is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and affiliated with leading medical institutions.
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