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Restore SD Plastic Surgery»Blog » Archives for Plastic Surgery»Face Surgery

Can a Facelift Change My Face Shape?

Woman touching her oval-shaped face

When we think about facelifts, we often focus on their ability to smooth wrinkles and tighten sagging skin—but what about changing the overall shape of your face? A facelift can change your face shape, but within natural limits. Here, La Jolla facial plastic surgeon Dr. Janet Chao explains how a facelift can subtly alter facial […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery

Rhinoplasty vs. Asian Rhinoplasty: What You Need to Know

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Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a “nose job,” is one of the most sought-after cosmetic procedures, helping patients refine their nasal shape, enhance facial harmony, and even improve breathing issues. While the goals of rhinoplasty vary from person to person, one important distinction is the difference between traditional rhinoplasty and Asian rhinoplasty. At Restore SD Plastic […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery

Podcast: Meet Dr. Janet Chao, San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon

Listen: Watch: Dr. Janet Chao shares how she found her way to RestoreSD and discusses the procedures she’s the most passionate about. San Diego plastic surgeons Drs. Gallus & Chao cover: Daily Mail article:‘Catwoman’ Jocelyn Wildenstein dead at 84: Former billionaire was famed for extreme plastic surgery Links Meet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Janet Chao […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Podcast

Can a Brow Lift Raise Eyelids Like a Blepharoplasty?

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A brow lift, while not designed to directly address the upper eyelids, can often improve eyelid contours. However, if you have more significant eyelid drooping, you may be happier with a blepharoplasty. Here, Dr. Katerina Gallus and Dr. Janet Chao, the plastic surgeons La Jolla patients trust for harmonious, beautifully natural results, clarify how a […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery

Rhinoplasty vs. Septoplasty: What’s the Difference and Which is Right for You?

Woman at rhinoplasty consultation with plastic surgeon

If you’re considering nasal surgery in San Diego or La Jolla, you may be wondering about the differences between rhinoplasty and septoplasty. While both surgeries involve the nose, they serve different purposes. In this blog post, our very own facial palstic surgeon Dr. Janet Chao will help you understand the key distinctions and provide insight […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery

Achieve Your Ideal Nose with Our San Diego Rhinoplasty Specialist

Woman getting her bandages removed by her rhinoplasty surgeon

Are you considering rhinoplasty to enhance your facial harmony and achieve your ideal nose? At Restore SD Plastic Surgery in La Jolla, Dr. Janet Chao, a highly skilled facial plastic surgeon, specializes in rhinoplasty procedures that deliver natural-looking results tailored to your unique features. Whether you’re seeking to correct breathing issues or refine the shape […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery

Enjoy a Younger Look with Eyelid Lift Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

blond woman in white tank top sitting next to lamp and in front of window to lush green outdoors

Many of the very first and most noticeable signs of facial aging occur at or around the eyes, particularly near the upper eyelids. As people grow older, the skin and muscles that surround the eyes tend to become droopy and lax. Moreover, fat deposits can begin accumulating just beneath the skin that lend to an […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery, Plastic Surgery

How Can I Benefit from a Facelift?

facelift

When you look in the mirror, do you like what you see? Have you used non-invasive and minimally-invasive treatments in order to address your wrinkles and sagging skin, but you feel like you are not really getting good results? If so, it may be time to consider a facelift. Is a facelift right for you? […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery, Plastic Surgery

How a Brow Lift Can Make You Look Younger

Brow Lift

A brow lift is sometimes called a forehead lift because it addresses the upper part of the face—areas not typically included in a facelift. While a facelift is an amazing procedure that can lift the mid to lower regions of the face (and is especially effective around the nose, cheeks, and mouth), it cannot address […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery, Plastic Surgery

Advantages of a Neck Lift

neck lift

Many adults experience sagging of the skin along the jawline and on the upper neck caused by poorly supported skin, genetics, and a loss of moisture retention in the skin layers. A San Diego neck lift can correct this problem. This is a surgical procedure that requires a recovery period, but the results can be […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery, Plastic Surgery

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