Janet Chao, MD
Facial Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Janet Chao’s extensive training in facial plastic surgery and her artistic ability allow her to provide the most natural-looking surgical results possible. Using the most advanced surgical techniques, she focuses on restoring balance and harmony in facial appearance. Her patients value her remarkable skills as an artist, a surgeon, and a compassionate physician.
As a facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Janet Chao focuses on cosmetic procedures of the head and neck, creating ideal ratios between facial features for stunning results. Dr. Chao specializes in a range of facial rejuvenation procedures, from rhinoplasty and eyelid surgery to face and neck lift.
Life After Rhinoplasty: What to Expect
San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Janet Chao explains just what to expect during rhinoplasty recovery, from when the cast comes off and how you'll look and feel in those early weeks to the stages of seeing your results shine thro...
Breathe Better, Be Better: What You Need to Know Before Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty: it’s not about fitting a mold—it’s about harmony and function. Since “natural” means something different to everyone, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Chao and Bri discuss how she sets expectations before nose surge...
Life After Facelift: What to Expect
Find out what to expect during facelift recovery from day one—think swelling, elastic headbands, and being a princess for a week. Hear how long you’ll be looking like a “cute little q-tip” as Bri says, how La Jolla facial pla...
The Truth About Deep Plane Facelifts
Everything you need to know about deep plane facelifts—yes, like Kris Jenner’s. La Jolla facial plastic surgeon Dr. Janet Chao and Bri debate why younger women are ditching filler and turning to facelifts (hello, Ozempic face...
Meet Dr. Janet Chao, San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon
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: Dr. Chao’s ride-or-die procedure (and why it’s her fa...