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Having rhinoplasty – more commonly known as a “nose job” – is a great way to change your appearance. After all, the size and the shape of your nose can affect all of your other facial features. But if you are having health issues, rhinoplasty can also greatly improve your life. Read on to see […]

Everyone has something they wish they could change about themselves – have you ever wished you could have fuller, more luscious lips? You can, with a lip lift! What is a lip lift? There are a few different ways to perform a lip lift. One of the most effective is to surgically reduce the amount […]

Eyebags are those puffy, swollen additions under the eyes that can make you look tired, sick, and older than your years. There are a few things you can try to get rid of them, including injectable fillers. But what are eyebags and why do you have them? What causes eyebags? The bad news is that […]

You have been thinking about getting a facelift for a few years, and you finally jumped in, saw your doctor, and now you are anxiously looking forward to the day of the procedure. But before your facelift, you should know there are some things you can do that will help to ensure the success of […]

If you have been considering getting a “nose job” but are reluctant to have surgery, liquid rhinoplasty may be the answer for you. There are many benefits to this procedure over traditional surgical rhinoplasty. What is liquid rhinoplasty? In a liquid rhinoplasty procedure, a filler ingredient, such as hyaluronic acid, is injected underneath the skin […]

This holiday season, give yourself a gift that will keep on giving into the New Year with non-surgical treatments that keep you looking young and vibrant. From Botox and Juvéderm to liquid facelifts and fillers, you can start the New Year with a fresh look. Wrinkles, Crow’s Feet, And Fine Lines Botox is the only […]

We all have things about our appearance that we would change if we had the chance. If you have been considering plastic surgery, a cheek or chin implant can give you the whole new look you’ve been dreaming of! What are facial implants? Dr. Mao performs facial implants in two different ways: with either a […]

Eyelid surgery – also called blepharoplasty – is a popular procedure in the United States. In 2019, it was the Number 3 procedure in this country, with more than 211,000 procedures performed. That was a 2 percent increase in procedures compared to 2018. Blepharoplasty creates attractive, natural results. It can brighten up your entire facial […]

While we typically see women in their 40s who are starting to notice sagging skin and wrinkles and want a facelift, there is no optimal age for a facelift. Someone as young as 25 who lost a dramatic amount of weight or someone in their 60s whose skin finally shows signs of aging are equally […]

One of the best reasons to be a board-certified plastic surgeon is having the power to give someone joy and self-confidence. If you’ve struggled with your self-esteem or self-confidence because of the shape of your nose, you may have considered the idea of having plastic surgery to correct it. If you’re not ready for a […]