Facial plastic surgery with precision, restraint and intention
Board-certified and fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon.
Yale-trained in head and neck surgery.
Boutique, private practice in Rancho Santa Fe.
I believe facial surgery should never announce itself.
My approach prioritizes structural support, balance, and long-term harmony — not trends or shortcuts. Every recommendation is tailored, measured, and rooted in deep anatomical understanding.
The goal is simple: to pursue results that feel authentic, refined and enduring.
A considered approach to facial rejuvenation
What patients say
“My facelift exceeded all my expectations. It is beautiful, natural and refined. I look like myself, just a younger, refreshed version.”
— Facelift patient
“The result feels natural and true to me—just a refreshed version that better reflects the vitality I’ve always felt.”
— Facial rejuvenation patient
“It’s rare to find such an excellent, detail-oriented, and precise surgeon who also has an amazing bedside manner, but Dr. Chao Pearl has both.”
— Eyelid surgery patient
Surgical Expertise
Rhinoplasty reshapes the nose to improve both appearance and function. Dr. Chao Pearl approaches nasal surgery with a focus on proportion, airflow and facial harmony, selecting techniques individually so the result integrates seamlessly with the rest of the face.
Rhinoplasty
A facelift restores definition to the lower face and neck by addressing the structural changes of facial aging beneath the surface. Dr. Chao Pearl emphasizes precise tissue support and careful repositioning, shaping outcomes that feel composed, stable and appropriate over time.
Facelift
Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, addresses heaviness and contour changes that can alter expression or create a persistent tired appearance. Dr. Chao Pearl focuses on subtle refinement, preserving the character of the eye while restoring clarity and openness.
