Dr. Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACS

Dr. Thomas A. Mustoe, a double board-certified plastic surgeon, practices in Chicago, Illinois. Harvard-trained, he is recognized as a pioneer in the Deep Plane Facelift and specializes in procedures including rhinoplasty, neck lifts, and scar removal. Dr. Mustoe's philosophy emphasizes natural, undetectable results, believing the best aesthetic work is subtle and goes unnoticed. His goal is to restore natural facial proportions, helping patients look refreshed, rested, or a younger version of themselves, rather than changing their identity. He cautions that more treatment does not always mean better results, prioritizing the preservation of natural features and unique facial character over eliminating every wrinkle or altering natural facial shapes with excessive volume. Dr. Mustoe performs procedures such as secondary deep plane facelifts, perioral fat grafting, ablative laser, and spot dermabrasion in his office under local anesthesia and oral sedation, utilizing an innovative technique that negates the need for surgical drains. He notes that factors like genetics, smoking, weight fluctuations, chronic stress, sun exposure, sleep, and overall health significantly impact facial aging more than expensive skincare.