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Dr. William Kanter, M.D.
Plastic Surgeon
Dr. William Kanter is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and did his Surgery and Plastic Surgery residency Training at Harvard. He has been on the part-time Clinical Faculty at Johns Hopkins for over 25 years and is in private practice in Ellicott City, Maryland. He has a caring concern for his patients that people often comment on. Dr. Kanter' was also honored by receiving a TOP DOCTOR award by Baltimore Magazine in General Cosmetic Surgery for 2015. The recipient of this award is selected by a survey of other physicians in the region to find out where they would send a member of their own family. Dr. Kanter's practice was also voted the "Best of the Howard Award" for Plastic Surgery for 2024 and multiple prior years by Howard Magazine. These Awards were based on surveys of over 15,000 consumers.
Dr. William Kanter is in practice with Dr. Mitchel Kanter who is also a Harvard Trained Board Certified plastic surgeon. They specialize in Facial Rejuvenation such as Face and Neck lifts, mini-lifts, Eyelid lifts (Blepharoplasty), Rhinoplasty (nose), and the quick healing fractional CO2 DOT-Laser skin therapy to treat lines, wrinkles and age spots. They also specialize in non-surgical treatments such as Fillers like Restylane, Juvederm, Voluma and others. The doctors also have have extensive experience in plastic surgery of the breast and body, including Breast Augmentation, Breast Reduction, and Breast Reconstruction, Liposuction and Abdominoplasty (tummy-tuck) . Please call 410-715-9205 to learn more and for your personal consultation.
Dr. William Kanter is in practice with Dr. Mitchel Kanter who is also a Harvard Trained Board Certified plastic surgeon. They specialize in Facial Rejuvenation such as Face and Neck lifts, mini-lifts, Eyelid lifts (Blepharoplasty), Rhinoplasty (nose), and the quick healing fractional CO2 DOT-Laser skin therapy to treat lines, wrinkles and age spots. They also specialize in non-surgical treatments such as Fillers like Restylane, Juvederm, Voluma and others. The doctors also have have extensive experience in plastic surgery of the breast and body, including Breast Augmentation, Breast Reduction, and Breast Reconstruction, Liposuction and Abdominoplasty (tummy-tuck) . Please call 410-715-9205 to learn more and for your personal consultation.
45 years
Experience
Dr. William Kanter, M.D.
- Ellicott City, MD
- Albany Medical College - Union University
- Accepting new patients
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Is blepharoplasty painful?
All surgery involves some pain or discomfort. However, in general, as operations go, eyelid blepharoplasty tends not to be particularly painful. Most of our patients with surgery READ MORE
All surgery involves some pain or discomfort. However, in general, as operations go, eyelid blepharoplasty tends not to be particularly painful. Most of our patients with surgery do not require much pain medication, and after a few days are just taking an occasional Tylenol if anything. However, individual experience with pain varies and some pain medication is prescribed to help patients as needed during the early recovery phase.
How long does it take for swelling to go down after neck lift surgery?
It varies from one person to another. Typically, people see significant improvement at 3 to 4 weeks. By 3 months, probably 85% or more of the swelling is gone. It can take up to READ MORE
It varies from one person to another. Typically, people see significant improvement at 3 to 4 weeks. By 3 months, probably 85% or more of the swelling is gone. It can take up to a year to see the true final result. From a practical standpoint though, most people with some make-up start to look good at 3 to 4 weeks barring delays in the healing process.
Will a breast implant pop on an airplane?
No, not really. The implants can take a much wider range of pressures than would be experienced in an airplane. I consider that to be a myth.
Does a jawline lift actually work?
It can often make a nice difference depending on the anatomy of the
particular person's problem. Individual results vary.
particular person's problem. Individual results vary.
Which is better tummy tuck or liposuction?
That's a great question.
It really depends on a number of individual factors. Liposuction only removes fat, but does not remove excess skin. So, liposuction works best if skin READ MORE
That's a great question.
It really depends on a number of individual factors. Liposuction only removes fat, but does not remove excess skin. So, liposuction works best if skin tone is adequate and not too much is in excess. Liposuction has the advantage of generally smaller scars and the down time is often less than for an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). However, if the skin is in excess and stretched out and the elasticity is not good, then a tummy tuck may be needed. The tummy tuck has the advantage of removing both excess skin and excess fat, and can also tighten the underlying muscle-fascia layer of the abdominal wall. Tightening the deeper muscle layer is especially helpful for women after pregnancies. which can stretch-out this layer. The disadvantage of an abdominoplasty compared to liposuction is that it results in more scar in the lower tummy. Sometimes liposuction can be combined with abdominoplasty. As with all surgeries and plastic surgeries, there are risks and benefits for you to consider before you proceed, and your doctor should explain these to you. Be sure to pick a properly trained and qualified plastic surgeon with expertise and experience in both liposuction and abdominoplasty techniques to help you make your best informed decision.
It really depends on a number of individual factors. Liposuction only removes fat, but does not remove excess skin. So, liposuction works best if skin tone is adequate and not too much is in excess. Liposuction has the advantage of generally smaller scars and the down time is often less than for an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). However, if the skin is in excess and stretched out and the elasticity is not good, then a tummy tuck may be needed. The tummy tuck has the advantage of removing both excess skin and excess fat, and can also tighten the underlying muscle-fascia layer of the abdominal wall. Tightening the deeper muscle layer is especially helpful for women after pregnancies. which can stretch-out this layer. The disadvantage of an abdominoplasty compared to liposuction is that it results in more scar in the lower tummy. Sometimes liposuction can be combined with abdominoplasty. As with all surgeries and plastic surgeries, there are risks and benefits for you to consider before you proceed, and your doctor should explain these to you. Be sure to pick a properly trained and qualified plastic surgeon with expertise and experience in both liposuction and abdominoplasty techniques to help you make your best informed decision.
Is it worth getting a rhinoplasty?
That's a good question and a complex one. It really depends on many factors. One is how bad is the cosmetic problem that concerns you? Another, of course, is how you feel about READ MORE
That's a good question and a complex one. It really depends on many factors. One is how bad is the cosmetic problem that concerns you? Another, of course, is how you feel about it. Also important is to what extent the problem can be corrected and it's important to have realistic expectations. A good place to start is to have a non-hurried consultation with a plastic surgeon with experience in this field who listens to your concerns and explains your options. Don't be shy about getting more than one opinion, and be sure you are comfortable with any recommendations that are made.
How long does a cheek lift last?
A cheek lift (facelift) is usually said to last for 7 to 10 years, depending on the technique and the elasticity remaining in the skin. If elasticity is severely lost, as it is READ MORE
A cheek lift (facelift) is usually said to last for 7 to 10 years, depending on the technique and the elasticity remaining in the skin. If elasticity is severely lost, as it is in older individuals, the duration may be less.
How long should I avoid working out after a rhinoplasty?
It really depends on what type of rhinoplasty you have and how extensive it was. For example, if you have an open rhinoplasty and delicate cartilage grafts are sewn in place, READ MORE
It really depends on what type of rhinoplasty you have and how extensive it was. For example, if you have an open rhinoplasty and delicate cartilage grafts are sewn in place, it may take longer before people are back working out. For most of my patients, they are starting limited exercises at 2 to 3 weeks but a few weeks longer before strenuous workouts. Always protect your nose from trauma after rhinoplasty!
Does ear pinning surgery hurt?
Unfortunately, all surgery involves some discomfort and yes some degree of pain. To limit the pain for our patients, we do a number of things, including making adequate pain medication READ MORE
Unfortunately, all surgery involves some discomfort and yes some degree of pain. To limit the pain for our patients, we do a number of things, including making adequate pain medication available initially post-op, handling the tissues gently during the surgery which I think helps, and placing a protective but not excessively tight bandage. Many patients are just taking Tylenol after the first day or two.
When can I sleep on my side after a facelift?
At 33 years old, are you sure you need a facelift? We now have a number of less invasive techniques available to treat some of the earlier aging changes in the face. When people READ MORE
At 33 years old, are you sure you need a facelift? We now have a number of less invasive techniques available to treat some of the earlier aging changes in the face. When people do have a facelift, I usually ask my patients to sleep mostly on their back for the first week or two depending on exactly what was done.
