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Oct 28, 2025

Which should I do for my aging face: fat graft or facelift?

Which should I do for my aging face: fat graft or facelift? Facial aging is comprised of deflation and sagging. Deflation is well addressed with fat

Oct 28, 2025

What to Know About Correcting Previous Plastic Surgeries

I often see individuals who have undergone plastic surgery treatment elsewhere, dissatisfied with their results and looking for a solution, a revision to m...

Oct 28, 2025

What’s New in Eyelid Surgery? Dr. Shermak Shares the Latest Trends

The delicate eye area is often the first to show signs of aging, fatigue, or environmental stress. As one of Baltimore's most trusted and experienced...

Oct 28, 2025

What is the Best Age to Have a Facelift?

Decades ago, women would come for plastic surgery consultation in their 70’s looking for “TWT” – The Whole Thing! – including Browlift, Blepharoplasty,

Oct 28, 2025

What is BBL?

Brazilian Butt Lift, commonly referred to as BBL, includes lipo-contouring of the back and waist area, with transfer of the fat to the buttock. It

Oct 28, 2025

What You Need to Know Before Getting a Brazilian Butt Lift

The most educated patient is the best patient, and this is certainly the case for patients seeking Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). The most important

Oct 28, 2025

What does Board Certification mean?

It is recommended in many places that consumers interested in plastic surgery should check board certification of their doctor. I am often asked about

Oct 28, 2025

What are the Most Popular/Common Facelift Procedures?

The most popular and common facial rejuvenative procedures today likely include words like Botox, Filler, Lasers, Needling, maybe even Threadlifts.

Oct 28, 2025

Volumetry: A New Dimension in Facial Rejuvenation

How can we look more youthful and fresh? Most of my patients don’t pull up on their faces wanting that simulated facelift with a windblown, tight result.

Oct 28, 2025

Tummy Tuck Video – Michele Shermak MD – Female Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Tummy Tuck Video Learn more about a tummy tuck.

Oct 28, 2025

Tummy Tucks

I LOVE Tummy Tucks! There is a broad range of tummy tuck procedures – more formally known as Abdominoplasty – to serve a wide range of abdominal

Oct 28, 2025

Tummy Tuck Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week Healing Guide with Dr. Shermak

So you’ve decided to take the plunge and move forward with the exciting tummy tuck journey! What should you expect?

Oct 28, 2025

Tummy Tuck, Breast Augmentation, and Liposuction in One Surgery?

Welcome to Mommy Makeover! While these procedures may not be the exact three performed for all women looking to reverse the effects of childbearing, these

Oct 28, 2025

Treatment of sensory problems after surgical weight loss surgery (which may apply to chemotherapy patients)

Treatment of sensory problems after surgical weight loss surgery (which may apply to chemotherapy patients) I just read an interesting article in

Oct 28, 2025

Top Doctor status with Real Self

Top Doctor Status with RealSelf RealSelf Top Doctor status is awarded to a select group of doctors who have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to

Oct 28, 2025

The Unfortunate Taboo in Public Discourse on Labiaplasty

You want to do WHAT?? WHERE??? I love performing Labiaplasty for my patients. Women over a broad spectrum of ages present with excess skin of the labia

Oct 28, 2025

The Surge in Breast Lift and Reduction: A Modern Approach to Aesthetic and Health Benefits

The New York Times recently published an article describing the surgery in procedures. I perform breast lift and reduction to varying degrees almost every ...

Oct 28, 2025

The Four Biggest Myths of Breast Augmentation De-Bunked

Saline implants are safer than silicone In 1991 the FDA made silicone implants unavailable to women seeking cosmetic breast augmentation. This decision

Oct 28, 2025

The Experience of a Breast Augmentation

Whether you have already decided to undergo breast augmentation surgery, or are still in the decision-making process, more information about what to

Oct 28, 2025

The “Angelina Jolie” Procedure

"My Medical Choice" was written by Angelina Jolie and published by the New York Times on May 14, 2013. Thank goodness for Angelina’s interest in public

Oct 28, 2025

Textured Breast Implant Concerns – ALCL Q&A

Over the past several months, textured breast implants have been in the news. On July 24, 2019 the FDA requested that the Allergan company voluntarily

Oct 28, 2025

Style Magazine – September 2016

Style Magazine - September 2016 Click magazine cover to read the article.

Oct 28, 2025

Spring is coming! Are you ready Baltimore?

Once the sun’s warmth starts hitting our faces in February, you can’t help but feel that something good is coming around the corner. Spring is almost

Oct 28, 2025

Safety in “Skin Tight-”ening Surgery after Significant Weight Loss

Safety in “Skin Tight-”ening Surgery after Significant Weight Loss My office staff is obsessed over a new television show on TLC called Skin Tight. This

Oct 28, 2025

Safety First in Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is exciting. It’s typically something individuals actively pursue to reach goals they set for themselves: a flatter abdomen, a perkier

Oct 28, 2025

Preparing for Your First Liposuction: What to Expect Before, During, and After

Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures for patients looking to remove stubborn fat and sculpt their body. If you're considering y...

Oct 28, 2025

Posh Spice is the New Soccer Mom

Yes, this is true. We know and love the traditional soccer mom. In the past we gave her a “pass” for her unkempt appearance, lack of fitness, grooming,

Oct 28, 2025

One of America’s Best Female Plastic Surgeons in 2021!

Learn more about Dr. Shermak and her most recent award.

Unlocking Timeless Beauty: [.subhead]Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures for a Youthful You[]

Oct 28, 2025

Unlocking Timeless Beauty: Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures for a Youthful You

The wonderful thing about cosmetic plastic surgery today is that you don’t actually need to have surgery to get some incredible rejuvenating results!

Oct 28, 2025

Neck Tightening – Are you ready for this?

Neck Tightening – Are you ready for this? Neck aging is a focus for many of my patients. Significant weight loss, aging, accumulated sun exposure and

Oct 28, 2025

Navigating Cosmetic Surgery: Striking the Balance Between Youthful and Natural

Cosmetic surgery allows individuals to enhance their appearance, restore confidence, and achieve a rejuvenated look. However, one of the key considerations...

Oct 28, 2025

More options for breast reconstruction surgery

More options for breast reconstruction surgery This article is a complimentary preview of The Daily Record’s Path To Excellence – A Women’s Guide to

Oct 28, 2025

Mini facelift improves the jawline beautifully

Mini Facelift I have women see me who pull up on their jawline and ask for surgical results similar to what they are simulating. In the proper candidate,

Oct 28, 2025

Maximizing the Longevity of Your Facelift: Tips for Prolonging Results

When it comes to maximizing the longevity of your facelift results, it's natural to seek guidance on how to maintain the rejuvenated and youthful appearanc...

Oct 28, 2025

Massive weight loss body contouring surgery

While it is true that obesity is prevalent throughout our country, there has been a corresponding increase in numbers of individuals pursuing massive

Oct 28, 2025

Male Facial Enhancement

Many men are interested in addressing facial improvement in order to appear more: YouthfulVigorousCompetitive There is a well understood connection

Oct 28, 2025

Look into a tummy tuck at the time of hernia repair

Many of us have hernias we live with: in the belly button, in the groin, in a previous surgical site. As a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, I see many men

Oct 28, 2025

Liposuction, One of the Most Popular Surgical Procedures

Liposuction is one of the most popular surgical procedures performed by plastic surgeons. In the right patient, results can be amazingly impactful with

Oct 28, 2025

Liposuction: More Effective Body Contouring than CoolSculpting

Liposuction or CoolSculpting? Widely recognized as the top plastic surgeon in Baltimore, Dr. Michele Shermak frequently meets with new patients who have

Oct 28, 2025

Liposuction and Recovery

Taking care of your body is one of the best investments you can make. Even with the best intentions, and focusing on a healthy lifestyle, you may still

Oct 28, 2025

Labiaplasty is not an unusual or offbeat procedure to pursue

Labiaplasty is not an unusual or offbeat procedure to pursue Labiaplasty is a procedure that women normally pursue to reduce either the labia minora (the

Oct 28, 2025

It May Be Time To Get Your Implants Checked

Breast implant surgery results are dynamic. Implants settle and may wear down, but more significantly, the body changes over time resulting in potential

Oct 28, 2025

Is Liposuction for You?

Liposuction is an impactful procedure with little downtime – this is why it often shows up as the #1 Surgical Procedure plastic surgeons perform. Many

Oct 28, 2025

Is It Safe to Combine Multiple Body Contouring Procedures (e.g., Tummy Tuck, Brachioplasty, Thigh Lift) in One Surgery After Weight Loss?

I have the great privilege of meeting with many weight loss patients who are looking to improve their face, breasts, and body. Significant weight loss affe...

Oct 28, 2025

How to Choose the Best Plastic Surgeon for You

So you’ve made your decision. You’re going to go for it. You’re going to get that plastic surgical procedure you have been wanting for so long. Time to do

Oct 28, 2025

How Safe is Mommy Makeover Surgery?

Women like yourself who undergo a Mommy Makeover are Moms. You are organized and want to assure that when you choose to undergo elective surgery that the

Oct 28, 2025

How Long Does It Take to See Ulthera Results?

How Long Does It Take to See Ulthera Results? Ultherapy is a noninvasive treatment that comprises administration of ultrasound energy to facial tissues

Oct 28, 2025

How Long Does It take for Swelling To Go Down After Facial Fat Transfer?

Facial Fat Transfer is an increasingly popular procedure to restore fat volume in the face which deflates with aging. Anatomical fat compartments in the

Oct 28, 2025

How is the cost of plastic surgery procedures determined?

One of the most common questions we get is related to cost of plastic surgery procedures. To pull back the curtain a bit, I want to share why procedures co...

Oct 28, 2025

How do silicone implants hold up over time, and when should they be replaced?

It is so interesting. There's an urban tale floating around that breast implants last for 10 years, and those with implants should consult with a pla...

Oct 28, 2025

How Does a Butt Lift Procedure Differ for Patients with a History of Significant Weight Fluctuations?

“Brazilian Butt Lift” - BBL - has become infamous on social media, but what about “Buttock Lift” after Significant Weight Los...

Oct 28, 2025

How Do Different Implant Profiles Affect the Final Aesthetic Outcome of Breast Augmentation?

Implant sizing is more complicated than just choosing a volume. The most important measure in determining the best implant option for my patients is the ba...

Oct 28, 2025

Fitness and Plastic Surgery: The Perfect Pair

Why talk about fitness in a surgical blog? Because fitness will optimize surgical outcomes, and as a plastic surgeon aiming to get the best possible

Oct 28, 2025

Facelift Recovery Unveiled: A Timeline to Radiant Results

At our practice, we believe that an informed client is an empowered client. To that end, in this piece, Dr. Michele Shermak, our board-certified plastic su...

Oct 28, 2025

Facelift Perfection: The Art of Harmonizing with Fat Injections

In our practice, we strongly advocate empowering our clients through knowledge and understanding of procedures. To this end, Dr. Michele Shermak, our estee...

Oct 28, 2025

Exploring the Surge in Eyelid Lifts and Brow Lifts: Innovations and Appeal

In recent years, eyelid and brow lifts have emerged as increasingly sought-after cosmetic procedures. These surgeries offer a chance to revitalize your app...

Oct 28, 2025

Exploring the Longevity of Facelifts: How Long Can You Expect Results to Last?

Facelift surgery, also known as rhytidectomy, is a powerful tool for addressing signs of aging in the face and neck. It's an elegant procedure that o...

Elevate Your New Year: [.subhead]Embracing Plastic Surgery in Your Resolutions[]

Oct 28, 2025

Elevate Your New Year: Embracing Plastic Surgery in Your Resolutions

As the start of a new year, it's normal to contemplate embracing positive change and personal transformation. And if you're considering aesthetic enh...

Oct 28, 2025

Dr. Shermak’s Interview with Health About Cardi B’s Plastic Surgery Experience

Dr. Shermak tells Health the process after plastic surgery and how swelling is pretty common. She brings this to light about Cardi B's experience on a

Oct 28, 2025

Dr. Shermak provides her expertise on Breast Reduction for Young Female Athletes and Men in “His and Hers” in Style Magazine!

Dr. Shermak provides her expertise on Breast Reduction for Young Female Athletes and Men in "His and Hers" in Style Magazine! Style JulyAug15

Oct 28, 2025

Dr. Shermak Discusses Motiva Breast Implants

I always enjoy welcoming patients who are curious about Breast Augmentation—whether you're just beginning to explore your options or you’ve been thinking about it for a while. It's truly a privilege to walk alongside you through such a meaningful, confidence-boosting journey.

Oct 28, 2025

Dr Michele Shermak speaks at the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons

Michele Shermak speaks at the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons It's not just about the excellent results you see in the end in the Photo Galleries

Oct 28, 2025

Dr. Michele Shermak is Officially One of America’s Best Plastic Surgeons 2021

According to one of the most extensive surveys ever conducted on the subject, Dr. Michele Shermak is officially one of America’s best plastic surgeons of 2021.

Oct 28, 2025

Do Tummy Tuck Scars Go Away?

Many people looking for significant results from a tummy tuck or any other plastic surgery procedure might be discouraged by scars necessary to doing the

Oct 28, 2025

Does Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Look Natural?

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation is becoming increasingly popular. This is a procedure that is appealing for first time augmentation in women who want to

Oct 28, 2025

Dip your toe in the pool with minimally invasive treatments! 3

All of these treatments refresh the face, take minimal time to perform and have little to no downtime. So come dip your toe in the pool! What are you waiting for?

Oct 28, 2025

Dip your toe in the pool with minimally invasive treatments! 2

I see many men and women in their 20's, 30's, 40's and 50's who desire facial freshening without committing to surgery. Some might not frankly need a

Oct 28, 2025

Dip your toe in the pool with minimally invasive treatments!

I see many men and women in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and 50’s who desire a fresher appearance. While some, like the 20-somethings, do not merit a surgical

Oct 28, 2025

Did she or didn’t she?

Did she or didn’t she? This is often the goal for my patients in considering a post-operative outcome, looking enhanced but not over the top, looking

Oct 28, 2025

Combining Procedures: Is it Safe to Undergo Multiple Surgeries at Once?

Many people I see who are interested in discussing plastic surgery come in to address not just one procedure or body region but multiple. Scenarios i...

Oct 28, 2025

Combining Liposuction with a Tummy Tuck: What You Need to Know for Optimal Results

For patients seeking a more sculpted, youthful abdomen, two procedures consistently deliver dramatic and lasting results: liposuction and a tummy ...

Oct 28, 2025

Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Michele Shermak Honored as a 2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctor

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Michele Shermak has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2025—a prestigious honor awarded only to...

Oct 28, 2025

Can I give you a hug?

Plastic surgery is a deeply personal, often chosen path men and women, young and old, take to achieve goals that are otherwise unattainable. Genetic

Oct 28, 2025

Breast Implants and Associated ALCL – Evidence-Based Data

Breast Implants and Associated ALCL – Evidence-Based Data Breast Augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgical procedures performed in the

Oct 28, 2025

Breast Cancer Patient Education Act becomes law

ASPS efforts yield victory Breast Cancer Patient Education Act becomes law When the Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act (WHCRA) was enacted into law in

Oct 28, 2025

Breast cancer doesn’t just happen in October 3

Breast cancer doesn't just happen in October A recent study published by JAMA in September 2015 investigating a large number of women treated for Ductal

Oct 28, 2025

BREAST CANCER DOESN’T JUST HAPPEN IN OCTOBER

BREAST CANCER DOESN’T JUST HAPPEN IN OCTOBER I just returned from the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons meeting in Providence, Rhode Island. I had

Oct 28, 2025

Breast Augmentation Surgery – Accepted the World Over

Breast augmentation procedures have grown steadily in popularity since first performed in the 1960’s. The number of procedures has remained

Oct 28, 2025

Breast Augmentation in Mommy Makeover

Many women come to see me for Mommy Makeover, but are not quite sure what the procedure of Mommy Makeover entails – they just know they need it. Generally

Oct 28, 2025

Breast Augmentation and Exercise

Your exercise regime is an important aspect of your health, and many patients are anxious to get back to their routines as quickly as possible following

Oct 28, 2025

Balancing Beauty: How Breast Asymmetry Correction Can Boost Confidence

Breast Asymmetry Correction Most women have some slight variance between their breasts, but for some women this difference is more pronounce. Women with a

Oct 28, 2025

Boomer men take the Botox plunge

Elizabeth O'Brien's Retire Well Last Update: 6:15 AM ET Oct 16, 2013 The pressure to look youthful at work is prompting more men to try cosmetic

Oct 28, 2025

Beyond Aging: Understanding the Motivations Behind Facelift Surgery

Facelift surgery, or rhytidectomy, is a transformative procedure designed to address signs of aging in the face and neck, allowing individuals to achieve a...

Oct 28, 2025

Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) Deaths in Miami

Dr. Michele Shermak, a board-certified plastic surgeon, speaks out about Brazilian Butt Lift deaths in Miami, FL.

Oct 28, 2025

Empowering Confidence: How Otoplasty Can Transform Lives

Otoplasty - Ear Surgery Children with overly-prominent ears can be subject to terrible teasing from their peers causing them to lose confidence and suffer

Oct 28, 2025

Fat Transfer – Smooth Out Old Lines and Creases

Fat Transfer – Smooth Out Old Lines and Creases With time is happens to all of us… the signs of aging. First, there’s the fine lines, then creases,

Oct 28, 2025

Cosmetic Surgery Photo Gallery

Cosmetic Surgery Photo Gallery If you are in the process of looking for a Plastic Surgeon, it can be overwhelming to know what to look for and ask. The

Oct 28, 2025

Nose Reshaping: Unlocking Beauty and Breathing with Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is a procedure to improve the aesthetic and/or function of the nose. Many people, both men and women, do not like the appearance of their

Oct 28, 2025

Abdominal Contouring 411

Many men and women come to the plastic surgeon looking to improve the appearance of their abdomen. Genetics, weight changes, pregnancy, surgery and

Oct 28, 2025

Are you interested in Breast Enhancement and not Breast Implants?

For women interested in breast enhancement - with the added benefit of liposuction of a problem area – fat transfer is an optimal procedure. This

Oct 28, 2025

The Age of Aesthetic Transformation: Are Patients Seeking Facelifts Earlier than Ever Before?

Dr. Shermak provides facelift procedures to patients of all ages, helping them identify the areas that are troubling them and achieving a full rejuvenation. Looking into the changing landscape of facial rejuvenation and the reasons behind this shift can shed light on what it means for the future of aesthetic medicine.

Oct 28, 2025

America’s Most Compassionate Doctors – Patients’ Choice Award

Patients' Choice recognition reflects the difference doctors make in the lives of their patients. The honor is bestowed on physicians and dentists who

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