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Dr. Sarah Mess, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Columbia, Maryland

Dr. Sarah Mess, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Columbia, Maryland
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1740281047· License: D0062216 (MD) verify
Industry payments (2024): $31,583 across 70 payments (what this means)
4.71(97 ratings)

Consultation $250

About

Dr. Sarah Mess is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Columbia, Maryland, with over 21 years of experience in private practice. She specializes in breast surgery, including augmentation, reduction, fat transfer, and implant removal, alongside body contouring and facial rejuvenation procedures like facelifts, neck lifts, and Botox. Dr. Mess consistently aims to create balanced, natural results through customized treatment plans. She emphasizes patient education, stating that "education is everything" and that "the more you know about your options, the more confident you can feel in your decision." Her approach focuses on "subtle tweaks that bring balance" rather than dramatic transformations, recognizing that "small irregularities can make the biggest difference." For breast enhancement, she has a strong preference for Alloclae, a donor-fat option that addresses irregularities and volume loss without traditional surgery or significant downtime. When considering breast implants, Dr. Mess offers extensively studied, FDA-approved devices from trusted manufacturers like Sientra, Motiva, and Mentor, ensuring patients choose the right device for their anatomy, goals, and lifestyle. Her goal for procedures like implant removal is to help patients return to their natural self, embracing a "more you" aesthetic.

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Specialties

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Below, you'll find crowdsourced data on the actual costs of surgeries performed by Dr. Sarah Mess, submitted anonymously by the patient community. Use this as a guide to better anticipate your own expenses. Please note that final costs can vary based on your specific medical needs.

Microneedling

$1,100

Skin Rejuvenation

$1,200

Alloclae

$5,700

Implant Removal

$8,000

Breast Reduction

$10,000

Mommy Makeover

$23,000

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Sarah Mess

Sourced directly from Dr. Sarah Mess's social posts and replies.

What is Dr. Mess's philosophy on breast implants and selection?
Dr. Mess emphasizes that implant technology is constantly evolving. She advises patients to choose well-studied, FDA-approved devices, not just the newest trend. Her practice offers Sientra, Motiva, and Mentor breast implants, which have been extensively studied, demonstrated low rupture rates, and have ongoing safety data. She notes that older implants like the Ideal Implant, though marketed with multiple layers to prevent rupture, still had limitations once compromised. The selection process focuses on the patient's anatomy, goals, and lifestyle, in collaboration with a trusted surgeon.
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What is the typical process and recovery for implant removal surgery?
Implant removal surgery typically takes 2 hours and is performed under General Anesthesia to ensure patient comfort. Recovery usually requires 1 week off of work and 4 weeks without exercise.
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How does Masseter Botox work, what are its aesthetic benefits, and who is a suitable candidate?
Masseter Botox works by relaxing the masseter muscles along the jaw, which can help create a softer, slimmer lower-face appearance. It is particularly suitable for patients who have more muscular fullness in this area.
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What is Alloclae, what are its indications, and what is the procedure and recovery like?
Alloclae is a donor-fat option used to improve breast irregularities, contour defects, and volume loss. It can soften indentations and restore a smoother, more natural contour. It does not require traditional fat harvesting or a surgical procedure, and has little to no downtime (1-2 days of minor swelling and bruising). Results continue to develop over time. The procedure takes about 1 hour and uses local anesthesia injection for comfort. The cost starts at $5,700 and is priced by volume. Dr. Mess notes that sometimes a big procedure isn't needed, only a little fine-tuning, which Alloclae can provide.
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What are the indications, process, and recovery for breast reduction surgery?
Breast reduction surgery can be performed to create a more balanced, lifted, and proportionate appearance, while also correcting noticeable asymmetry. The goal is not always 'bigger' or 'smaller,' but rather a more balanced, comfortable, and personalized result. The surgery typically takes 3 hours under General Anesthesia. Recovery usually requires 1-2 weeks off of work and 4-6 weeks without exercise.
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Patient Experience

Dr. Sarah Mess Review Summary

4.78
Dr. Mess has an excellent average rating of 4.78 out of 5 stars, based on 47 reviews and several 5-star ratings on Facebook and Google. Patients consistently praise her skills, results, and attentive bedside manner.

Ratings from Other Platforms

facebook.com

5 out of 5

Based on 7 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.7 out of 5

Based on 186 reviews

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Dr. Sarah Mess, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Columbia, Maryland

Main Office

9821 Broken Land Pkwy #102, Columbia, Maryland

(410) 910-2350

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation fee: $250

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

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Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$31,583

Payments

70

Compared to peers

Above average

Dr. Sarah Mess received $31,583 across 70 payments in 2024. That is higher than about 89% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program, and the largest single payer was ABBVIE INC..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (410) 910-2350

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

9821 Broken Land Pkwy #102

Columbia, Maryland 21046

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Office Information

Phone: (410) 910-2350

Where does Dr. Sarah Mess practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

9821 Broken Land Pkwy #102, Columbia, Maryland 21046

(47 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Mess online?
While the information provided doesn't confirm online booking, her contact information is readily available to schedule a consultation: (410) 910-2350, [email protected], or through her website www.SarahMessMD.com. Patients interested in Alloclae breast enhancement should call the practice to determine candidacy and learn more.
Does Dr. Sarah Mess offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't mention telehealth services. It's best to contact the office directly to inquire about virtual consultation options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Sarah Mess?
Patients rave about Dr. Mess, describing her as the best, highlighting repeat visits as a testament to her excellence. They express immense satisfaction with their results, particularly with Botox and microneedling treatments. Dr. Mess is praised for her listening skills, unhurried approach, and successful mommy makeovers, including explant procedures.
What areas of care does Dr. Sarah Mess cater to?
Dr. Mess specializes in plastic surgery, offering a range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Her areas of expertise include breast surgery (augmentation, reduction, lifts, and explant), body contouring (tummy tuck, mommy makeover), and facial rejuvenation (facelift, neck lift, Botox, lip fillers, skin rejuvenation, and microneedling). Dr. Mess consistently aims to create balanced, natural results for her patients. Her surgical approach often leads to improved symmetry, and patients frequently experience enhanced comfort post-procedure. She strongly believes in customized treatment plans, recognizing they make all the difference in achieving optimal results. She is adept at handling complex cases, including significant breast asymmetry and excess breast tissue extending into the underarm (axillary) area. For procedures like implant removal, her goal is to help patients return to their natural self, focusing on a 'more you' aesthetic rather than a bigger or different look. She believes explant surgery can enable patients to embrace a more natural look while still feeling completely like themselves. For facial aesthetics, she notes that a combination of weight loss and Botox can lead to beautifully refined results, observing that weight loss naturally contributes to overall facial slimming. Her approach to treatments like Masseter Botox aims for subtle, natural-looking refinement that complements existing changes without altering a patient's core identity. She believes aesthetic treatments are often about subtle tweaks that bring balance, rather than dramatic transformations. Dr. Mess recognizes that addressing small irregularities can often make the biggest difference in aesthetic outcomes. She expresses a strong preference for the Alloclae product for breast enhancement.