Plastic Surgeon Dr. Sarah Mess

Name: Sarah Mess, MD
Last name: Mess
Gender: female
Began aesthetic medicine in: 2005
Years experience: 18
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Website: https://www.sarahmessmd.com/
Business: Dr. Sarah Mess
Address: 9821 Broken Land Pkwy.
Address suite: Ste. 102
Phone: (410) 983-3719
International phone number: +14109833719
City: Columbia
State: Maryland
Zip Code: 21046
Country: US
Statement: Dr. Sarah Mess is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Columbia, Maryland, offering a range of cosmetic procedures for face and body.
Consulting Fees: 250$
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Special Offers:

Offer #1: Galderma Offer
Special Offer Treatments: All treatments
End Time: 12/31/2023
Detail: Sign up for Aspire Galderma Rewards prior to your appointment to receive $20 off on each treatment listed below: Dysport®, Restylane® family, Sculptra® Aesthetic.

Clinical Privileges:

Howard County General Hospital, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Northwest Hospital &
The Cosmetic Surgery Center at Northwest Hospital

Education:

Undergraduate: BA, Biology, University of Pennsylvania
Medical: MD, University of Maryland Medical School

Sarah Mess

Postdoc Training:

Residency: Plastic Surgery, Georgetown University Hospital

Member of:

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

Board Certification:

Sarah Ann Mess (ABMSUID -843568)

Viewed: 8/1/2008
Day of birth: private

Status: Alive
Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery
Plastic Surgery – General

Status: Certified
Active Time-Limited Initial Certification: 11/1/2007 – 12/31/2017
Education: 1999 MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Location: 10700 Charter Dr Ste 330Columbia, MD 21044-3695 (United States)

GPS coordinates on map: 39.1822591,-76.8500689

Primary location:

Location name: Columbia
State: MD
Country: US
Map point: 39.202,-76.85939789

Treatments:

Aquagold
Areola Reduction Surgery
Arm Lift
Bellafill
Belotero
Biocorneum
Body Lift
Botox
Botox for Gummy Smile
Botox for Hyperhidrosis
Brazilian Butt Lift
Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
Breast Augmentation
Breast Fat Transfer
Breast Implant Removal
Breast Implant Revision
Breast Implants
Breast Lift
Breast Lift with Implants
Breast Reduction
BroadBand Light (BBL)
Brow Lift
Butt Augmentation
Butt Lift
Capsular Contracture Treatment
Cheek Augmentation
Cheek Lift
Chemical Peel
Chin Filler
Chin Liposuction
Clitoral Hood Reduction
CoolMini
CoolSculpting
Cryolipolysis
Cyst Removal
Dermabrasion
Dermal Fillers
Diastasis Recti Repair
diVa Vaginal Laser
Double Eyelid Surgery
Dysport
Ear Surgery
Earlobe Repair
Emsculpt
Emsella
Eyelid Surgery
Facelift
Facelift Revision
Facial Fat Transfer
Feminizing Top Surgery
Fractional Laser
GalaFLEX
Genioplasty
Glycolic Peel
Gynecomastia Surgery
Hair Loss Treatment
Halo Laser
Hand Rejuvenation
Hyaluronidase
IPL
Juvederm
Kybella
Labiaplasty
Laser Hair Removal
Laser Liposuction
Laser Peel
Laser Resurfacing
Latisse
Lip Fillers
Lip Implants
Lip Lift
Lip Surgery
Lipoma Removal
Liposculpture
Liposuction
Liposuction Revision
Liquid Facelift
Lower Facelift
Male Tummy Tuck
Micro Botox
Microneedling
Microneedling RF
Mini Facelift
Mini Tummy Tuck
Mole Removal
Mommy Makeover
Motus AX
Moxi
Natrelle Breast Implants
Neck Lift
Nipple Reduction
Nipple Surgery
Panniculectomy
Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL)
ProFractional Laser
PRP for Hair Loss
PRP Injections
Radiesse
Renuva
Renuvion
Restylane
Restylane Defyne
Restylane Kysse
Restylane Lyft
Restylane Refyne
Restylane Silk
Retin-A
Rhinoplasty
Salicylic Peel
Scar Removal
Sclerotherapy
Sculptra
Sientra Breast Implants
Skin Rejuvenation
Skin Tightening
Skinbetter Science
SkinMedica
Skintyte
Subcision
TCA Peel
Teeth Whitening
Thigh Lift
Transgender Body Contouring
Transgender Laser Hair Removal
Tumescent Liposuction
Tummy Tuck
Tummy Tuck Revision
Vaginal Rejuvenation
Vaginoplasty
Vaser Liposuction
VI Peel
Vivace
Volbella
Vollure
Voluma
Xeomin
YAG Laser

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.7
Profile views: 30562
Answer count: 255
Review count: 46
1 star count: 1
2 star count: 2
4 star count: 2
5 star count: 18
Total star count: 23
Star rating: 3.8101436093807
Lead count last three months: 9
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 1
Profile created: Dec 6, 2007
Profile modified: Nov 11, 2021
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Profile Plus
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: Yes
Doctor Designation Start Time: Aug 21, 2020
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

Annapolis, MD, US. GPS coordinates: 38.9693,-76.5196991
Baltimore, MD, US. GPS coordinates: 39.2943,-76.61430359
Columbia, MD, US. GPS coordinates: 39.202,-76.85939789
Ellicott City, MD, US. GPS coordinates: 39.2729,-76.83229828
Frederick, MD, US. GPS coordinates: 39.4286,-77.41950226

Latest ratings of treatments

Breast Reduction (Jul 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Fat Transfer (Mar 2019) – Overall rating: 4/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 4/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 4/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 3/5, After care follow-up: 2/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 4/5, Answered questions: 4/5)
Arm Lift (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Tummy Tuck (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Fat Transfer (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Implant Revision (Jun 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Halo Laser (Jan 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Implant Removal (Apr 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
Botox (Nov 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
Facelift (Oct 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
Liposuction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Microneedling (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Botox (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Augmentation (Dec 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
Labiaplasty (Apr 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
Lip Augmentation (Jun 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
Skin Rejuvenation (Oct 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Fat Transfer (Aug 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 4/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Botox (Dec 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Botox (Dec 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Labiaplasty (Aug 2020) – Overall rating: 1/5
Neck Lift (Oct 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Neck Lift (Oct 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Labiaplasty (Aug 2020) – Overall rating: 1/5
Labiaplasty (Aug 2020) – Overall rating: 1/5
Mommy Makeover (Jun 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Laser Liposuction (Jun 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)

Latest Prices

Breast Reduction Prices

$10000 – Jul 19, 2017 – Columbia, MD
$7000 – Aug 21, 2014 – Columbia, MD
$4000 – Sep 2020 – Columbia, MD
$10000 – Jul 19, 2017 – Columbia, MD
$1035 – Jun 25, 2014 – unknown
$7500 – May 2013 – Columbia – That’s All The Doctor Listed
$4000 – Sep 2012 – Columbia, MD
$4000 – Sep 2012 – Columbia, MD

Breast Fat Transfer Prices

$13000 – Mar 5, 2019
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Mar 5, 2019
$13000 – Mar 5, 2019
$13000 – Mar 5, 2019
$13000 – Mar 5, 2019
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$13000 – Aug 6, 2018 – Columbia
$14000 – Jun 1, 2017 – Columbia, MD
$14000 – Jun 1, 2017 – Columbia, MD
$14000 – Jun 1, 2017 – Columbia, MD
$14000 – Jun 1, 2017 – Columbia, MD
$12000 – Dec 9, 2016 – Columbia, MD
$12000 – Dec 9, 2016 – Columbia, MD

Arm Lift Prices

$17001 – Sep 2023 – Columbia, MD
$17001 – Oct 2018 – Columbia, MD
$17000 – Sep 2012 – Columbia, MD
$17000 – Sep 2012 – Columbia, MD

Tummy Tuck Prices

$6000 – Sep 2023 – Columbia, MD
$11000 – Dec 20, 2016 – Columbia, MD
$11000 – Dec 20, 2016 – Columbia, MD
$6000 – Sep 2012 – Columbia, MD
$6000 – Sep 2012 – Columbia, MD

Breast Augmentation Prices

$6000 – Oct 2018 – Columbia, MD
$6000 – Sep 2012 – Columbia, MD
$6000 – Sep 2012 – Columbia, MD

Breast Implant Revision Prices

$12000 – Jun 9, 2017 – Columbia, MD
$12000 – Jun 9, 2017 – Columbia, MD
$12000 – Jun 9, 2017 – Columbia, MD

Breast Implant Removal Prices

$3000 – Sep 2012 – Columbia, MD
$3000 – Sep 2012 – Columbia, MD

Microneedling Prices

$1100 – Jan 22, 2021
$1100 – Jan 22, 2021
$1100 – Jan 22, 2021
$1100 – Jan 22, 2021

Labiaplasty Prices

$5500 – Aug 15, 2020
$5500 – Aug 15, 2020
$5500 – Aug 15, 2020

Skin Rejuvenation Prices

$1200 – Oct 22, 2021
$1200 – Oct 22, 2021
$1200 – Oct 22, 2021

Mommy Makeover Prices

$23000 – Dec 30, 2020
$20500 – Dec 30, 2020
$22999 – Dec 29, 2020
$22999 – Dec 29, 2020
$20500 – Dec 30, 2020
$23000 – Dec 29, 2020

Laser Liposuction Prices

$4000 – Jun 21, 2016 – Columbia, MD
$4000 – Jun 21, 2016 – Columbia, MD

IPL Prices

$350 – Oct 5, 2015 – Columbia, MD
$350 – Oct 5, 2015 – Columbia, MD

Other Prices

$350 – Sep 14, 2015 – Columbia, MD
$7500 – May 2013 – Columbia – That’s All The Doctor Listed

CoolSculpting Prices

$1600 – Sep 24, 2013 – Columbia, MD
$60000 – Aug 17, 2017 – Columbia, MD
$2400 – Oct 27, 2015 – Columbia, MD
$60000 – Aug 17, 2017 – Columbia, MD
$60000 – Aug 17, 2017 – Columbia, MD
$1750 – Jan 2017 – Columbia, MD
$2400 – Oct 27, 2015 – Columbia, MD
$2400 – Oct 27, 2015 – Columbia, MD
$1600 – Sep 24, 2013 – Columbia, MD
$1600 – Sep 24, 2013 – Columbia, MD
$1600 – Sep 24, 2013 – Columbia, MD
$1750 – Sep 2012 – Columbia, MD

Restylane Prices

$635 – Apr 28, 2016 – Columbia, MD
$635 – Apr 28, 2016 – Columbia, MD
$635 – Apr 28, 2016 – Columbia, MD
$635 – Apr 28, 2016 – Columbia, MD
$635 – Apr 28, 2016 – Columbia, MD
$635 – Apr 28, 2016 – Columbia, MD
$635 – Apr 28, 2016 – Columbia, MD

Drainless Tummy Tuck Prices

$9800 – Mar 8, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$9800 – Mar 8, 2018 – Columbia, MD
$9800 – Mar 8, 2018

Photofacial Prices

$350 – Sep 14, 2015 – Columbia, MD

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Treatments

Emsculpt Sponsored Offer
Feb 5, 2020 /
Dec 31, 2020

Book your treatment through RealSelf, send us your receipt within 6 months of the treatment date, and we’ll send you a $200 Amazon Gift Card within 5 business days.

Any treatment

Galderma Offer
Dec 3, 2019 /
Dec 31, 2023

Sign up for Aspire Galderma Rewards prior to your appointment to receive $20 off on each treatment listed below: Dysport®, Restylane® family, Sculptra® Aesthetic.

Specific treatments

Doctor's answers

Question

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What is the least invasive option to correct my tuberous breasts? Hoping to avoid implants

Fat Transfer Correction for Tuberous Breasts
Jul 8, 2023

The short answer is yes. Yes you can achieve an aesthetic improvement in shape and size with fat transfer alone, and yes, combining it with a lift and areola reduction will likely improve the results over fat transfer alone. You may need more than one transfer to get the best results. You will not look like you have implants. Most patients take a week off of work. Hope this helps.

Do I need a breast lift?

Fine Without a Lift
Jan 30, 2023

For some patients a lift is really required to achieve aesthetic results (or their desired results). Others clearly don't need a lift, and there's obviously a group that are boarder line. The need for a lift in this patient group is more subjective. Based on your photos and comments (bigger instead of say higher or perkier or full upper pole, etc) i think you will be able to achieve your desired results without a lift. It's always better to see a patient in person, but lifts aren't for...

Want to fix asymmetry and loss of volume - Would a Breast Fat Transfer be the best option for me? (photo

Fat Transfer for Breast Asymmetry
Mar 17, 2022

Hi, from your photos you look like you would be a good candidate for fat transfer or implants, and I agree you would benefit from a lift in conjunction with either. The most common harvest sites for fat transfer are abdomen or flanks, but thighs are good option as well. Hope this helps in your decision process.

Approximately how big will my breast be if my insurance requires 1000g per breast removed? I am a 32H (u

Breast Reduction Insurance Requirements
Nov 11, 2021

Thank you for your question. I would encourage you to speak with both your surgeon and your insurance company to confirm the required grams. 500 grams per breast (1000 total) is more in line with what we typically see, but every plan is different. You will need to confirm the specifics with your plan. Once you determine grams, your surgeon should be able to give you a better idea of expected results.

Uneven implants - doc says it's fine. Thoughts?

Uneven breast
Jun 24, 2021

Breast asymmetry is common (even after augmentation). There are definitely options to improve results. Maybe pocket revision, maybe two different size implants. It depends on what you want to achieve. In some of the photos your breasts appear relatively symmetric, and I would agree with your surgeon. They look good. Leave them alone. In other views the asymmetry is more evident. If you compare your current photos to your pre-op photos I suspect you will see similar differences in your...

Would I be a candidate for fat transfer to breast and possible crescent lift?

Fat Transfer Volume
Mar 12, 2021

I routinely use Fat Transfer for breast augmentation, and it provides excellent results. Based on your comments you sound like an excellent candidate. Just like the minimal lift procedure you mentioned, the best procedure for you will depend on your expectations and desired results. If you want very lifted breast with significant projection and upper pole fullness, then I would not recommend fat transfer (and I would likely recommend a more traditional lift). Implants do a marvelous job of...

Is fat transfer worth it after breast explant?

Fat Transfer After Explant Is An Amazing Treatment
Oct 15, 2020

Hi, I routinely perform explant and fat transfer to breast in a single procedure. Fat transfer can also be staged and performed after explant, and fat transfer can be repeated for patients who want additional volume. There are some limitations, and there are risks as with any procedure, but if you are concerned with lost volume after explant I would recommend consulting with a surgeon who regularly performs fat transfer to breast.

I’m 23, 5’2", 130 lbs. I want to get a fat transfer to my breasts. Is it possible that I can go up to two cu

Fat Transfer Cup Increase
Sep 23, 2020

Hi, fat transfer is wonderful procedure with lots of possibilities. Is it possible you can achieve a two cup size increase? It's possible, but it's not necessarily probable. The standard response for fat transfer is a 1 to 1.5 cup increase. I have patients who have achieved a greater cup size increase, but I would say the norm is more in the 1 to 1.5 range. If you are set on a certain size, and are not opposed to implants, silicone or saline implants have a wide range of sizes and shapes...

What are my best options to correct breast asymmetry?

Fat Transfer for Asymmetry Correction
Sep 21, 2020

Hi, if you prefer the look of larger breast I would use fat transfer to augment your smaller breast. It provides a natural feel, doesn't distort the natural shape of the breast, and is an implant-free-augmentation. If you like the size of your smaller breast you could opt for a single side breast reduction on your right breast.

Your breast will continue to change as you age. Pregnancy, fluctuations in weight, gravity, and simple aging will change your breast shape over time, but they will...

Is non-invasive appropriate for aging breast/buttocks issues?

Sometimes Surgery is the best option
Aug 10, 2020

Although there are some non-invasive options for buttocks augmentation (Sculptra, Emsculpt), the same really can't be said for the breast. Surgery remains the best option for augmenting the breast. Fat transfer will add volume to your breast with no real scarring aside from the lipo harvest sites. It may change the nipple height some, but it will not be the same as doing a lift. You have an excellent starting point, and I expect you would would respond well to some non-surgical options for...

Is it possible to combine a breast lift (mastopexy) and a breast fat transfer augmentation (.75 to 1 cup siz

Breast Lift with Fat Transfer
Jul 2, 2020

Yes, you can combine a breast lift with fat transfer to breast. The usual caveats that not everyone will be a candidate, but the procedures can be combined. Hope this helps in your decision making.

Am I a candidate for Emsculpt?

Emsculpt Feeling
Jun 25, 2020

I love Emsculpt, and you look like an excellent candidate for it. For a lot of patients, Emsculpt is more about how the treatments make them feel than how it makes them look. You have a great starting point, and I expect Emsculpt would give you better definition. You will definitely feel the results even before you see them. We also combine it with Coolsculpting for patients that want to build muscle and target specific areas of fat. Its a wonderful, no downtime combination for patien...

26 yr old; do I need a breast lift soon?

Youthful Breast
Jun 17, 2020

Your "before" photo is what many patients would like as there "after" photo. I do not think you would benefit from a breast lift. Shape, nipple position, skin quality all appear to be excellent. If you want larger breasts then a breast augmentation (without a lift) is what I would recommend. If you are happy with the size of your breast I wouldn't do anything.

Do I need Lipo or tummy tuck? I'm traumatized by my botched c-section

Tummy Tuck Results
May 21, 2020

I would recommend a tummy tuck based on your photos. You have a some minor fat bulges that lipo alone could address, but the skin laxity is really the main aesthetic issue. I expect you would have excellent tummy tuck results, and I really wouldn't consider you as a liposuction candidate in my practice. Hope this helps, and congratulations on your newborn!

Borderline needing lift and would like a second opinion, what do you think?

Augmentation without a Breast Lift
May 18, 2020

I expect you will have good results without a lift. Based on your photos and suggested implant size, I think a lift is unnecessary.

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Last updated on 11/24/2023