Plastic Surgeons in Montgomery Village, Maryland (Montgomery County)

I treat each patient as I would a member of my own family, and only make the kind of recommendations to them that I would make to someone dear to me. Each patient is unique an I work with my patients to formulate a plan that I will realize their goals. When considering plastic surgery, simple is often better and the best result is what looks the most natural. Your Consultation Breast Augmentation - By engaging in comprehensive discussions with patients and conducting a thorough examination, I formulate a plan to enhance, restore, balance, and give my patients a sense of being comfortable and whole.Abdominoplasty - Patients can expect a flatter, more contoured and more visually satisfying stomach.Rhinoplasty - I approach rhinoplasty a a form of balancing. I can enhance, narrow or define each area individually. Facelift - By removing excess facial skin and fate to create a more youthful appearance and minimal visable skin wrinkles and lines on the face and neck.Facial Rejuvenation - We have the ability to offer patients a wide variety of options, from microdermabrasion, botox, and chemical peels along with laser resurfacing.Liposuction - not a substitute for body weight reduction, diet and exercise are still the best options. Liposuction is best used in situations where weight loss alone has not corrected resistant pockets of excess tissue.... See More

Given the opportunity, nearly everyone has a cosmetic goal they would love to achieve. At Ageless Impressions - Plastic Surgery Institute, our skilled plastic surgeon, Dr. Mark Richards, is dedicated to helping people attain their aesthetic objective in the safest, most compassionate environment possible. This commitment to a patient-centered approach helps individuals from the Washington DC, Bethesda, MD, and, Northern Virginia area feel confident in our care. Whether you are seeking a simple, non-surgical rejuvenating treatment or a more complex, multimodality procedure, you're in good hands with our skilled medical team.Dr. Richards is proficient in an extensive array of non-surgical, minimally invasive, and surgical techniques for the face, breasts, and body. This allows him to fully customize each treatment plan to best suit the anatomic needs and expressed goals of the patient. In addition to popular procedures like breast augmentation, facelift surgery, and tummy tuck surgery, our practice offers male plastic surgery, minimal incision arm lift, cheek lift, post-bariatric body contouring, and many other options.Experience and training are essential to a successful outcome, and our board certified plastic surgeon recognizes the importance of continuing education. Dr. Richards is a Yale graduate who earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He completed over seven years of specialized instruction following graduation. Furthermore, he has been named a "Top Doctor" by US News & World Report, as well as one of "America's Best Surgeons" by the Consumers' Research Council. Dr. Richards is an active member of several esteemed medical organizations, including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Your Consultation Dr. Richards believes that the initial consultation is the ideal opportunity to develop a thorough understanding of a patient's needs and goals. He takes this time to listen attentively to each person's concerns, ask them what they like and don't like about the area to be treated, and answer any questions they may have. With this information he can develop a customized treatment plan that optimizes results and emphasizes a natural-looking outcome. Intended to be a collaborative experience, Dr. Richards works with each person to find the best possible approach, particularly when there are multiple techniques that can be used. Furthermore, Dr. Richards is an advocate of continuing education, which allows him to utilize the most advanced and safest modalities available.... See More

We believe in being straightforward, easy to talk to, down-to-earth and affordable. My staff and I are totally committed to making you feel as comfortable as possible and treating everyone in the way we would like to be treated ourselves. We will strive to make your plastic surgery care honest, thoughtful, considerate, and respectful. We consider it a privilege to practice plastic surgery, and we will do everything we can to make you feel comfortable before, during, and after surgery. Our number one concern is always for the health, safety, and privacy of our patients. We will do our very best to provide the right option for you, and keep your cost as affordable as possible. Your Consultation Our cosmetic consultations are complimentary for any treatment that is performed on the day of the consultation and for any surgery that is completed within three months of the initial consultation. Our "reconstructive" consultations for insurance related issues such as skin lesion removal, breast reconstruction/reduction, etc. will be submitted for you to your health insurance plan. We participate with almost every health insurance plan including Medicare, Tricare, and many HMO plans. In addition, our office includes a full accredited Surgical Suite that participates with almost all insurance plans as well.We treat every patient with respect, answer your questions, and design an appropriate treatment plan that is best for you. The privacy, safety, and welfare of our patients is our top priority. You are our greatest asset.Fillers, Botox, and light facial peels can usually be done at the time of your initial consultation.We look forward to meeting you! Patient Testimonials "I will be a patient for life""He is the best. Such a wonderful experience""Thank you so much for treating me like family. Love this office""He is very wonderful""You Rock and so does all of your staff!""He's the best!!!""Super excellent care, professionalism, and compassion""He is top notch in every way and provided wonderful care to me as a patient and a person""I really appreciate the help and support you have given me for the past 10 years!""I am most appreciate of the comprehensive care and concern provided to me prior during, and following my surgery""I have been very fortunate to have been referred to him for sure""I appreciate his expertise and professional manner""Excellent and timely!""Great job""Thanks for all your help over the years""The experience was great. I am so pleased""Professional and respectful of patients""Most pleasant office to come to""I am more than happy with the results""I chose Dr. V after a year of interviewing plastic surgeons-he is conservative and my needs are his interest""Any concern was addressed by Dr. V and when I called once for another concern, I was brought in that day""Exceptionally effective local anesthesia""Thank you so much"... See More

Franklin D. Richards, MD, FACS - A long-standing resident of the Washington D.C. metro area and a graduate of George Washington University in 1982, Dr. Richards is board certified and has been in practice since 1989. Dr. Richards specializes in facial procedures, breast augmentation, liposuction and body contouring. Patients who meet with Dr. Richards immediately recognize both the passion he has for his work and the professional manner in which he deals with people. The concerns and goals of the patient are principal in forming his thoughtful and honest evaluations. His outstanding abilities inspire such confidence that fellow doctors and their spouses, when in need of cosmetic procedures, come to Dr. Richards. His surgical skill, trustworthiness and approachability have earned him a lasting reputation. You can be assured that you will be treated with compassion and integrity from the first phone call to your last appointment. Voted President of the National Capital Society of Plastic Surgeons in 2002, Dr. Richards has assumed a leadership role in his field. He has presented at national meetings and been published in national professional journals. He has been the recipient of the Physicians Recognition Award from the American Medical Association (AMA) and the prestigious Certificate of Advanced Education in Cosmetic Surgery from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). Dr. Richards is cited in the National Consumer Checkbook Top Doctor List' and the National Consumer Research Council of America has listed him as one of Americas Top Surgeons.' Dr. Richards' skill and expertise have also been established locally. Washingtonian magazine has recognized him in their Top Plastic Surgeons' list, and has done so since 1995. His expert opinion has been sought by numerous prominent publications, including The Washington Post and Washingtonian magazine. As a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and a member of several distinguished surgical associations including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), Dr. Richards continues to avail himself of the collective knowledge and progress in fields of plastic and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Richards was privileged to have served his country as an attending plastic surgeon at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC. He also served as director of the Burn Unit at William Beaumont Army Medical Center during Desert Storm I. Your Consultation Dr. Franklin D. Richards is available for consultations on Tuesdays in Bethesda, MD and Wednesdays in McLean, VA. The consultation fee will be applied to the cost of your surgery. Dr. Richards and his competent staff want each of our patients to feel confident that their comfort and wellbeing are utmost priorities before, during and after their procedures.... See More

To help my patients actualize their inner spirit and aspirations through the transformation of plastic and reconstructive surgery. By treating each person as a human and not as a "case", I believe that through an individualized surgical plan utilizing the latest techniques and technology, the best outcomes can be achieved. In surgery, I aspire to be not just a laborer or a craftsman, but an artist. I owe this to my patients. Your Consultation Consultations are complimentary. During your visit, we will use state-of-the-art imaging and computer simulations to plan for your surgery. You can also expect to review before/after pictures of patients with similar skin type and body shape as you.... See More

Stephen R Kay, M.D., F.A.C.S., a board-certified plastic surgeon in Washington D.C., has been performing cosmetic plastic surgery using proven techniques for over 25 years. Dr. Kay is certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery and has authored articles, lectured and contributed to books on plastic surgery. He is dedicated to providing patients the best options and results to reach their cosmetic goals. At his Chevy Chase practice, Dr. Stephen R. Kay MD FACS prioritizes patient care over everything else to ensure patients are fully satisfied and have the best experience possible. Dr. Kay makes it a priority to listen to patient s needs, educate them about treatment options, and guide them to the best choice so each achieves their goals. Whether breast augmentation or mommy makeover, Dr. Kay and his team have the experience required to achieve the best results for patients seeking plastic surgery in the Washington D.C area."It is my sincerest goal to provide each patient with the best care possible. Great communication is essential to provide excellent cosmetic surgery results. My staff and I know you will have an unmatched experience in an attentive and supportive atmosphere. During consultation, we listen carefully to your comments, questions and concerns. This allows us to define any reasonable alternative treatments that may exist whether you're interested in a breast lift or tummy tuck. My staff and I make it a priority to provide any information necessary to help you choose the best option to reach your individual needs." Professional RecognitionDr. Kay is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons. He also served as President of the National Capital Society of Plastic Surgeons. He is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor,Best Plastic Surgeon by US News & World Report, and Washingtonian Magazine Top Plastic Surgeon. Dr. Kay is a volunteer surgeon with Rebuilding Americas Warriors, a national organization dedicated to providing wounded warriors free medical and surgical care. Dr. Kay is a founder of The Surgery Center of Chevy Chase, one of the premier outpatient surgical facilities in the greater Washington, DC area. Dr. Kay s experience and expertise in facial, breast and body surgery are why patients all over Washington D.C. seek him to perform their facelift, rhinoplasty, brow lift or breast and body recontouring surgery. Patients respect his individualized approach to cosmetic surgery and knowledge that is apparent from initial consultation all the way through surgery. Dr. Kay works in coordination with the highly experienced staff at Kay Plastic Surgery to ensure each patient reaches their plastic surgery goals. Your Consultation During a consultation at Kay Plastic Surgery, patients review their goals for cosmetic improvement one on one with Dr. Kay. During this consultation, patients are provided with a comprehensive evaluation to see which option is the best approach to reaching their cosmetic goals. During consultation, patients receive comprehensive information about procedures, costs, recovery time, and return to normal activity. Patient Testimonials Dr. Kay is not only an outstanding plastic surgeon, but is the best doctor I have ever visited!... See More