African-American Nose Job
Learn more about African-American cosmetic nose job surgery through this latest case example of ethnic rhinoplasty. African-American rhinoplasty is a very specific and challenging subset within the world of cosmetic nose surgery that demands advanced surgical training and expertise. I happen to think this particular patient has an absolutely beautiful outcome - with a nose that is much more defined and fitting for her face. Let me know what you happen to think of her results!
Cosmetic Rhinoplasty for a Bulbous Wide Tip
This is one of the latest additions to our online rhinoplasty tutorial intended to help anyone with a bulbous nasal tip learn more about corrective nose job surgery. See how cosmetic rhinoplasty helped transform this young lady's nose including complete reshaping of her bulbous, wide nasal tip. Let us know what you think of her rhinoplasty results!
Permanent Lip Enhancement
Many patients currently getting Restylane or Juvederm lip injections to provide enhanced lip volume often times ask about a more permanent option. One of the best options for permanent fuller, plumper lips is the Surgisil Permalip lip implant procedure. I happen to perform this surgery on a regular basis for those patients seeking a more permanent alternative for enhanced lip shape and size. Learn more about this procedure by clicking here. Let us know what... Continue Reading
Insurance-Based Nose Job
I get inquiries quite frequently from patients asking about insurance-based nose job surgery. This link here will explain in more detail the type of nose surgery that is commonly covered by PPO health insurance carriers like Cigna, Health Net, United Healthcare, Aetna and other PPO plans. This is just one example of many types of reconstructive nose surgery that is considered functional in nature. Although the main emphasis is to make the nose work better,... Continue Reading
Dr. Hilinski Published in JAMA for Gauge Earlobe Repair
Our team is proud to announce that Dr. John Hilinski has recently been published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) for his work in facial plastic surgery. Dr. Hilinski was co-author of the article, “Reconstructing the Gauge Earlobe Defect,” along with Jessica Collins, MD, FRCSC and Joshua Harvey, BS. The article details the assessment and reconstruction of earlobe deformity caused by gauged earrings - a popular trend that gradually stretches the earlobe... Continue Reading
San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon Featured
San Diego's own Dr. John Hilinski, an expert in facial plastic surgery, was featured in the first edition of Aesthetics News Today discussing his choice in electronic medical records. Dr. Hilinski proudly discusses why he ultimately chose to use PatientNow - one of the most advanced systems for surgeons in the plastic surgery industry. Here is a link to the publication that originally appeared in the Journal of Anti-Aging and Cosmetic Innovations.
