Dr. Basner's Plastic Surgery Blog
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Serving Baltimore, Columbia, Owings Mills, Towson, Nearby Maryland & Lower Pennsylvania
How to Finance Cosmetic Surgery
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Dr. Adam Basner
Insurance rarely covers elective procedures, meaning you’ll likely be paying out-of-pocket. We understand that you may need to finance your cosmetic surgery in order to manage your expenses and get the look you desire.
Our practice accepts several financing options, including:
CareCredit®: CareCredit is a healthcare credit card. You can use it to pay for health, wellness, and beauty costs not… Read Full Post
Commonly Asked Questions About Breast Augmentation
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Dr. Adam Basner
It’s normal to have questions about any cosmetic procedure that you’re considering. When it comes to breast augmentation, you’re likely wondering about everything from the cost to results. Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions about this popular surgery.
What is the difference between breast augmentation and a breast lift?
Breast augmentation is done to change breast size… Read Full Post
Category: Breast Augmentation
3 Signs It May Be Time for Breast Implant Revision
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Dr. Adam Basner
While breast implants are designed to be safe and long-lasting, they are not considered lifetime medical devices. At some point after your initial surgery, you may need to consider removing and replacing your implants. This is done during a secondary procedure called breast implant revision.
There are several different situations, both cosmetic and medical, that can warrant breast revision.… Read Full Post
Category: Breast Surgery
Breast Augmentation to Improve a Wide Breast Gap
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Dr. Adam Basner
Women undergo breast augmentation surgery for a variety of reasons, the most common being to improve breast size or shape. However, there’s another popular request, especially among women with wide-set breasts: creating cleavage.
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Basner has performed numerous augmentation procedures on women with a significant gap between their breasts. While there are… Read Full Post
Category: Breast Surgery, Breast Augmentation
How Long After Breast Augmentation Can I Drink Alcohol?
Authored by:
Dr. Adam Basner
Consuming alcohol can significantly hinder your ability to recover from breast augmentation or any other surgical procedure. It’s crucial to avoid beer, wine, and liquor for at least 24 hours after surgery, and while you’re taking prescription pain medicine. The standard recommendation is to abstain from drinking alcohol two weeks before and two weeks after a procedure to prevent any unwanted… Read Full Post
Category: Breast Surgery, Breast Augmentation
4 Reasons Winter is a Great Time for Breast Augmentation
Authored by:
Dr. Adam Basner
An excellent breast augmentation experience starts with proper planning. Ideally, you want to schedule your procedure when it will be convenient, comfortable, and give you results by your target date.
For many patients, a winter surgery checks all of those boxes. Below, you’ll find four reasons to consider undergoing breast augmentation in the next few months.
1. You Can Recover Discreetly… Read Full Post
Category: Breast Surgery, Breast Augmentation
What is Capsular Contracture and How is it Treated?
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Dr. Adam Basner
Breast augmentation has a long and successful track record. Millions of women have relied on the surgery to enhance their breasts and feel more confident in their bodies. However, even a skillfully-performed procedure poses a slight risk of complications. One possible, and treatable, breast enhancement complication is a condition known as capsular contracture.
Keep reading for the essential… Read Full Post
Category: Breast Surgery
Cosmetic Procedures to Improve Your Summer Look
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Dr. Adam Basner
Summer is here, with heat and humidity that can make wearing heavy makeup uncomfortable or impractical. If you want to go bare-faced with confidence, and be able to jump into the ocean or a pool without worrying about washing your makeup away, visit Dr. Adam Basner to discuss non-surgical cosmetic procedures that can help improve your skin and appearance.
Call 410-616-3000 to schedule your… Read Full Post
Category: Non-Surgical Treatments
Current Plastic Surgery Trends
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Dr. Adam Basner
Have you ever wondered which plastic surgery procedures are most popular? The American Society of Plastic Surgeons recently released data regarding the most commonly performed surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures in 2018. Find out whether your desired treatment cracks the top 5.
Dr. Basner offers a wide range of plastic surgery services in order to address just about any goal you may… Read Full Post
How Much Weight Can You Lose with Liposuction?
This is a common question, but no plastic surgeon can guarantee a certain amount of weight loss from liposuction. On average, patients may expect to lose between three to eleven pounds of fat through liposuction. However, the exact amount depends on how much fat liposuction can remove and individual factors such as body composition and the targeted area for fat removal. It's important to note… Read Full Post
Category: Liposuction, Body Contouring