Dr. Basner's Plastic Surgery Blog

A tummy tuck, also called abdominoplasty, is often associated with restoring a pre-pregnancy body, but in fact a tummy tuck can be a useful whether you've had a baby or not. Men as well as women can benefit from this procedure if they have loose abdominal muscles, excess skin, and excess fat in the stomach area. Tummy tuck surgery is more extensive than liposuction, and involves suturing the… Read Full Post

There are many procedures available to help you achieve the body shape and contour you want, including liposuction, tummy tuck, buttock lift, labiaplasty, and more. Which procedure or combination of procedures is best for you can be determined through an in-person consultation with board-certified Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Basner. Learn more about body contouring in this slideshow. If… Read Full Post

Time is running out to put the final touches on your holiday preparations, including for your appearance. While you can get a facial or a manicure the day before a big party, a little more time is required if you plan on having something like BOTOX® Cosmetic, dermal fillers, or even a chemical peel. Non-surgical procedures are a popular way to rejuvenate the appearance during the stressful… Read Full Post

A breast lift and breast augmentation are two different procedures. A breast lift is done to help reposition sagging breasts, while a breast augmentation uses implants to increase the size of the breasts. What if you want to both lift and increase the volume of your breasts, though? In that case, you may benefit from a combination breast lift and augmentation. Dr. Basner is a highly… Read Full Post

Dermal fillers have become incredibly popular in recent years, as non-invasive cosmetic technology improves and fillers become more targeted and precise. While treatment with dermal fillers cannot take the place of a face lift, they can be used for a wide variety of subtle corrections and rejuvenation. Here are some of the most popular uses for dermal fillers. 1. Lip Augmentation Lip… Read Full Post

If you want to reduce stubborn pockets of fat and obtain a better body contour, liposuction can be a great option. However, not everyone is a candidate for liposuction; some people may benefit more from abdominoplasty or may need to get to a stable and healthy weight before undergoing liposuction for best results. Take our quiz below to see if you may be a good liposuction candidate. If you… Read Full Post

The short answer is no. Liposuction is not a weight loss procedure, and the amount of fat removed is not sufficient to result in a significant drop in pounds. However, the point of liposuction is not weight loss - it's body contour. Often, our Baltimore lipo patients can drop a full clothing size and look much slimmer despite not actually losing weight. In addition, liposuction can help kick-… Read Full Post

Breast augmentation is the most popular type of plastic surgery procedure in America, yet many people have misconceptions about it. Breast augmentation can be highly rewarding, leading to better self-image as well as better fitting clothes and a renewed sense of femininity, so we've put together this list debunking some common misconceptions. Breast Augmentation Looks Unnatural Some women may… Read Full Post

The neck is one of the main "tells" of a person's true age. Many men and women take great care of their face, but their neck doesn't get the same attention. As a result, the neck starts to show signs of age sooner than the face. A neck lift can help you restore a beautiful, youthful neck. Take our quiz to find out how much you really know about the neck lift procedure!  If you're interested… Read Full Post

Are you self-conscious about the way your breasts appear to be sagging, asymmetrical or lacking in fullness? Breast augmentation may be the solution you've been looking for. However, before opting for this beneficial cosmetic procedure, it's important to know all of the facts. Take our new quiz to learn more about breast augmentation, and how Dr. Adam L. Basner can help you get the look you want… Read Full Post