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Rhinoplasty For Just Hump Reduction

Question: Is it possible to just get rid of a bump without having my tip fall down? Answer: The answer to this often asked question is - yes. There are plenty of potential rhinoplasty patients out there who simply dislike the bump on their nose. If your tip is in good position and has a nice shape, it is certainly a possibility to reshape the nose by reducing just the bump. The concern in some... Continue Reading
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How Do You Choose Your Rhinoplasty Surgeon?

I see this exact question or some variation of it posed on forums all the time. The answer to this is actually fairly straightforward. The challenge is finding a rhinoplasty surgeon who fulfills all of the desired qualifications. Given the fact that rhinoplasty, or nose reshaping, is hands down the most difficult plastic surgery procedure to perform correctly, it is well worth the effort to research this topic carefully and thoroughly. The first thing you... Continue Reading
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Stopping Blood Thinners For Rhinoplasty Surgery

I was seeing a preoperative rhinoplasty patient today in the office and we got on the topic of stopping blood thinners prior to her scheduled surgery. She raised the question of whether or not this was considered a high risk operation in terms of bleeding. I counseled her that rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty are actually not considered high risk surgeries in terms of bleeding. However, if you are taking a restricted medication that you should... Continue Reading
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Increased Comfort For Botox and Dysport Treatment

Just a quick reminder to all of our Botox & Dysport patients and prospective patients out there who desire a little more comfort with their treatment. We have many patients who have requested and received a topical numbing cream to apply before coming to our office for their Botox & Dysport injections. The numbing agent contains a mixture of topical agents that help reduce pain and discomfort with the actual treatment. The numbing agents need... Continue Reading
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Reverse Brow Lift For Excessively Long Forehead

I was just speaking with one of my plastic surgery colleagues here in San Diego about recent inquiries regarding patients with excessively long foreheads. Believe it or not this is a relatively common complaint among patients, particularly females. Usually patients note that their hairline starts much higher up than normal. This gives the appearance the forehead is much longer in an up and down direction. The only real treatment for this particular problem is to... Continue Reading
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Steroid Injections for Thick Skin in Revision Rhinoplasty

One of my revision rhinoplasty patients from San Diego was seen in follow-up evaluation today, which reminded me to post a quick note on thick skinned patients undergoing revision rhinoplasty. This particular patient had undergone three previous rhinoplasty surgeries performed by three different plastic surgeons. Her main issue was a lack of definition along the bridge and tip as well as a persistent bump seen on her lateral view. Her last plastic surgeon told her... Continue Reading
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Fall Specials on Juvederm at the Hilinski Clinic

The Hilinski Clinic is now offering Juvederm XC for $425 per syringe! Juvederm XC is one of the most popular dermal fillers used to treat unwanted facial creases and wrinkles. This office-based, minimally invasive cosmetic treatment is now even better with Juvederm XC. This latest dermal filler product now comes prepackaged with lidocaine, which helps maximize comfort while minimizing discomfort. Our special is running from now until the end of November so call us today... Continue Reading
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Skype for Rhinoplasty Consultations!

An online inquiry just today reminded me to post a blog about Skype for rhinoplasty consultations. We have an increasing number of patients from out of town requesting virtual consultations for rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty. As I tell my patients, there is really no substitute for an in-office rhinoplasty consultation where we can sit down in private and perform digital imaging of the nose. However, for those patients seeking rhinoplasty who hail from out of... Continue Reading
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Artefill Medical Advisory Board

The Hilinski Clinic is proud to announce that Dr. Hilinski was chosen to be on the Suneva Medical Advisory Board for the upcoming year. Suneva Medical is the maker of Artefill, the only FDA-approved non-resorbable, aka permanent, dermal filler on the market. Dr. Hilinski is looking forward to becoming more involved with Suneva in advancing the use of Artefill in the field of facial plastic surgery.
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Case Example of Hanging Columella Revision Rhinoplasty

I recently saw one of my postoperative revision rhinoplasty patients in follow-up and it reminded me of several discussions that have taken place online regarding a hanging columella. This particular patient had prior rhinoplasty surgery by another plastic surgeon. One of her remaining concerns following surgery was the position and shape of her columella. The columella refers to the column of soft tissue and cartilage that divides the two nostrils. In her particular case, it... Continue Reading
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Dr. Hilinski Among Three Rhinoplasty Surgeons Recognized In This Region

Dr. John Hilinski was selected by the Association for Medical Ethics as one of three rhinoplasty experts in this region who met the ethical and surgical standards established by the Association. Dr. Hilinski is proud of this recognition and honored to be one of only three rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty specialists selected. For many years now, Dr. Hilinski has put forth enormous effort in building his reputation as a rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty expert. He... Continue Reading

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