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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

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Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
200 S. Orange Center Rd., Orange, Connecticut
(203) 590-8994
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4.9 | 244 Reviews
145 Questions Answered
AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Rhinoplasty and Nose Shaping

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Dr. Mao practices full spectrum facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. He believes there are unique features on everyone's face that can be balanced or enhanced thus creating a natural look. He is fully experienced in utilizing both surgical and non-surgical approaches such as neuromodulator / BOTOX® and fillers, including the use of powerful lasers, in the rejuvenation of the aging face.
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Face and Neck Lifts

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Dr. Mao is fully experienced in both surgical and non-surgical utilizing approaches such as neuromodulator / BOTOX® and fillers, including the use of powerful lasers, in the rejuvenation of the aging face.
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Eyelid Enhancement

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Dr. Mao believes unique features on everyone's face that can be balanced or enhanced thus creating a natural look. He is fully experienced in utilizing both surgical and non-surgical approaches such as neuromodulator / BOTOX® and fillers, including the use of powerful lasers, in the rejuvenation of the aging face.
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🩺15 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Dedicated facial plastic surgeon with the aim of improving the lives of patients through the art and science and application of facial plastic surgery to enhance one's self-esteem, confidence, and satisfaction. Fully experienced in both surgical and non-surgic

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QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Your picture suggest strong mandibular ligament (marionette lines) which may be a factor in early recurrence of the jowls. You can try liposuction and even pre jowl sulcus filling temporarily but I think the best result would be facelift revision at one year post-op. I would approach it in a "deep plane" fashion.

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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 244 reviews

The real answer is "depends on who you ask...".  I prefer facelifting in younger patients 40s for three reasons: 1) You enjoy your results earlier...instead of waiting to get it done later. 2) When you are younger, your result generally lasts longer because tissue will always "sag" at some point (fact of life).  If you do it earlier, you are ahead of the curve. 3) If you ever need or desire a revision later, it's a smaller operation because the underlying tissue has already been lifted.  The REAL answer to the question of "How long does a facelift last?" is this: IT LASTS FOREVER, because the lifting/tightening/suturing/scarring/remodeling/healing are permanent. But YOU continue to age.

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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 244 reviews

It depends on the suture material. If your doctor said it will dissolve then most likely it's an absorbable type. They can remain for up to 6 months. You can try massaging and steroids but can risk surface irregularity.  If they're only palpable and not visible I would let TIME take its course.

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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 244 reviews

With good wound care, the area will improve over time. Judging from the size, it may take several weeks.  The face does have incredible healing capacity to the point where scarring maybe minimal and the affected area may be lifted again and trimmed in about one year post op.

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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 244 reviews

The superficial neck soft tissue has several "layers". The platysma is the muscle layer underneath the skin and soft tissue.  Tightening the muscle (platysmaplasty) only addresses the muscle but the skin remains loose and crepy unless the skin is also "treated" to some extent.

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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 244 reviews

I can definitely see your concerns. Without examining you and judging only from static view, you maybe a candidate for revision liposuction, and chin augmentation to balance your profile. You may also have descended submandibular gland which makes a crisp jawline more difficult to achieve without removing parts of the gland. The mild jowling on the side profile view is best treated with a revision facelift. The hollowness of the lower lids can be addressed by removing conservative amount of orbital fat with or without reposition.

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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 244 reviews

Without examining you and only looking at static pictures, I have seen worse nasal tip depression when smiling. Cutting the depressor may not achieve much given your degree of depression which I think is minimal. Be careful on the lip lift as it may pull down the nasal base as it's lifting up the upper lip. Meticulous 3 layer wound closure may minimize the scar but there is still a scar. The trade off needs to be carefully considered. Need a frontal view to make a better decision on the lip lift.

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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 244 reviews

Judging from your pictures, you may benefit from conservative upper eyelid skin removal (blepharoplasty), deep plane facelift (targeting laugh lines and marionette lines), and neck/submental liposculpting/liposuction, and good skin care (start with retin-A and slowly titrate up). If you are not ready for surgery, fillers will produce good results in the laugh and marionette lines and even pre jowl region to camouflage the jowling.

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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 244 reviews

Hard to be sure exactly the cause without examining the region.  If the surgeon said it was caused by too much skin being removed then the most likely reason is scar contraction.  Depending on skin laxity in that region a revision face or neck lift may be able to "recruit" more normal skin to re-drape and re-create the sulcus for you.

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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 244 reviews

Swelling under eye after facelift surgery or any facial surgery in the middle and lateral cheek/nose/forehead can happen due to altered lymphatic flow/drainage as a result of the facelift. As the face de-swells the drainage will improve.  

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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 244 reviews

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Johnny Mao, MD, FACS

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Restylane Defyne

jessica_m2491

Results Exceeded my Expectations

I had a liquid rhinoplasty done by Arissa Schweiss PA-C. I am beyond impressed and extremely happy with my results. I had this procedure done in the past by a different injector at a medspa and it did not make much of a difference. I could not ask for a better result this time around. Arissa was kind and professional, and explained the procedure in detail, considering that it’s done with filler. I highly recommend going to her if you want a very noticeable, yet natural result

Eyelid Surgery

Passionate948320

Bright-eyed and Happy!

Amazing experience with lower eyelid surgery and fat repositioning! Great care all around with daily check-ins. I did this over the holidays and recovered while already off work. I turned 50 and am really pleased with the results!

Eyelid Surgery

Passionate948320

Looking 40 at 50 Years Old!

I had upper eyelid surgery seven years ago after seeing myself on camera and realizing I looked sad, and older than I actually was. Fast forward and I recently had lower blepharoplasty to address fat pads (small bags) under my eyes and I look about 10 years younger. Dr. Mao is a wizard!

Revision Rhinoplasty

maeveob

Amazing Experience!!!

I recently had a revision rhinoplasty with Dr. Mao, and I could not be more thrilled with the results! A different surgeon did my first surgery, and unfortunately, I was never happy with the outcome, which was very disappointing. I came to Dr. Mao hoping for improvement, but what he delivered exceeded all of my expectations. From the very first consultation, Dr. Mao and Arissa were attentive, honest, and incredibly thorough. He listened carefully to my concerns, explained what was possible, and made me feel confident I was in the right hands. Revision surgery can be complex and nerve-wracking, but Dr. Mao’s skill and calm demeanor made the entire process feel reassuring and professional. Now that I’ve had several months to heal, I finally feel like myself again. My nose looks natural, balanced, and fits my face so much better. I’m amazed at how he was able to correct the issues from my first surgery and still make everything look so seamless. I am beyond grateful to Dr. Mao and his team. If you are considering a revision rhinoplasty—or even a first-time procedure—I can’t recommend Dr. Mao enough!

Eyelid Surgery

Debroos

Amazing Experience

I recently had an upper Blepharoplasty done by Dr. Mao. My experience was nothing short of excellent. From start to finish Dr. Mao and Arissa were so comforting and gentle and explained every step of the way. Thank you again for making me feel so good!!

Facelift

Hazel1968

Excellent Experience

Dr. Mao and his team were absolutely wonderful. From the very first appointment to find out what options were available, through the procedure and follow up care, Dr. Mao was professional and patient in answering questions. I was a bit hesitant to undergo plastic surgery because I'm in my late sixties, but after giving it a lot of thought, I decided to go for it. Amanda and Arissa were also great and provided excellent care in the weeks and months following the surgery. The healing process went smoothly with no complications, and I am extremely happy with the results. Nine months after the procedure, most people tell me I look younger and more rested, but not many realize I had anything done.

$15,000Neck Lift

rose000

1 year post op - face and neck lift.

The best ! I had a face lift and neck lift one year ago ! I am so happy with the results , the process , and the office staff who was always available and very helpful . Thank you Dr. Mao for your perfect expertise . I recommend Dr. Mao 100 percent !. When you are looking for someone to perform plastic surgery on your face, it is so important to only pick the best and I am writing this to inform everyone who is considering a face or neck lift . . He is truly the Best ! You will not be sorry .i am so happy with the results .

Deep Plane Facelift

gigimarmac

My eyes and face now have such a refreshed, natural look

I cannot say enough about the outstanding care I received from Amanda and Arissa, both pre-op and post-op. Their professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail made me feel completely at ease during what could have been a nerve-wracking process. They went above and beyond to ensure I was comfortable, informed, and cared for every step of the way. The surgeon was equally phenomenal—caring, honest, and refreshingly down-to-earth. His sense of humor and ability to connect on a personal level made the entire experience much less intimidating. He was incredibly precise in his work, clearly explaining what to expect and setting realistic expectations. What stood out most was his integrity—he never made promises he couldn’t deliver, and that gave me full confidence in his abilities. The results speak for themselves! My eyes and face now have such a refreshed, natural look that has shed years off my appearance. I couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out—it’s truly life-changing. From start to finish, the team created an environment where I felt completely supported. The before-and-after care was seamless, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I highly recommend this team to anyone looking for compassionate, skilled professionals who truly care about their patients.

Deep Plane Facelift

vcuthill

Absolutely Thrilled

I wanted to take a moment to share my experience with Dr. Mao and his team. After conducting thorough research and due diligence, I chose Dr. Mao for my procedure, and I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. From start to finish, the entire team was professional and attentive, making the process smooth and reassuring. I am absolutely thrilled with the results and highly recommend Dr. Mao to anyone considering similar procedures. Deep lane face lift Endoscopic brow lift Neck lift

Rhinoplasty

j53773

I don’t know how he did it!

Even 5 years after my Rhinoplasty with Dr. Johnny Mao, I still have the nose I have always wanted. Sorry, you will have to call him to find out how! Back in 2018, I came to RealSelf to research doctors and pricing in my area. From the moment I met Dr. Mao, I knew he was my guy. Thank you Dr Mao and your super special team.