I just wanted to take a moment and wish all of our patients and colleagues a happy 2011 holiday season! We are truly grateful and honored to have such an amazing group of loyal patients and trusted colleagues who motivate me everyday. From the San Diego Face and Neck Specialties family to yours – Merry… Continue reading about Happy Holidays to All Of Our Patients and Colleagues!
According to the latest statistics from the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), rhinoplasty was the top procedure performed by facial plastic surgeons in 2010, with an average of 54 procedures performed per surgeon. Dr. John Hilinski, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in San Diego, says that because of the difficulty… Continue reading about Facial Plastic Surgeon in San Diego Discusses How to Choose the Right Practice for Rhinoplasty
Many patients inquire about non-absorbable options for treating unwanted hollowing and volume deficiency of the face. These are patients that have tried temporary injectable fillers, such as Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane and Radiesse, but are unhappy with having to get repeated treatments every year. One alternative is to use liquid silicone injections to achieve a more… Continue reading about Injectable Silicone for Facial Enhancement of the Cheek
This young female patient from San Diego is a great example of how a chin implant can significantly enhance facial harmony and balance without looking surgically ‘altered’ or ‘done’ as some people fear. This particular patient had what we would describe as facial plastic surgeons was poor chin projection. Meaning, her chin simply too small… Continue reading about Chin Implant to Enhance Facial Harmony and Balance
Many patients inquire about crooked eyebrow position, also known as asymmetric eyebrow positioning, and whether or not a browlift might help. What they are referring to is the actual position and shape of the eyebrows. In a good majority of people, the eyebrows naturally sit differently on both sides of the forehead – one side… Continue reading about Forehead Lift Suspension For Crooked Eyebrow Position
Over this past week, I have witnessed several traumatic injuries to the face while watching a number of competitive water polo games in Orange County. Many of these injuries occurred around the eyes and forehead region and involved lacerations (cuts). Unfortunately, I was not equipped to offer my services on the pool deck! Most of… Continue reading about Facial Scar Revision in San Diego, CA
One of the most common office-based procedures we perform involves facial mole removal. This is a fairly straight forward cosmetic surgery procedure that can wipe away memories of an unwanted facial blemish. For instance, this patient from San Diego, CA, presented to our office complaining of a large mole along the side of her cheek.… Continue reading about Cosmetic Facial Mole Removal in San Diego, CA
Many patients inquire about their short-term appearance following a facelift/necklift procedure. This case example demonstrates what most patients look like at 10 days out from a lower facelift and upper neck lift procedure. This middle-aged female from San Diego, CA desired rejuvenation of her lower face and upper neck due to unwanted sagging skin that… Continue reading about Facial Appearance 10 Days After Facelift Necklift in San Diego, CA
San Diego botox injection specialist, Dr. John Hilinski, was interviewed today by the local San Diego NBC news station regarding his opinions on botox injections. The topic of discussion focused on the 8 year old young girl in Northern California was injected with botox by her mother for cosmetic reasons. Dr. Hilinski was chosen because… Continue reading about Dr. Hilinski on NBC News Discussing Botox Injections
This is a very pleasant lady who underwent a lower facelift and upper necklift procedure in our San Diego facial plastic surgery office. She presented to our demonstrating excess sagging neck skin. As with many facelift and necklift candidates, there was a notable amount of excess fatty tissue underneath the skin that contributed to the… Continue reading about Anatomy of a Female Facelift Necklift Patient in San Diego
Dr. Hilinski, Nicole, and team are absolutely amazing! Dr. Hilinski is very knowledgeable, takes the time to thoroughly explain procedures, and has gone above and beyond with patient care during my procedure and throughout all of my follow-ups.Alaina
I can’t believe that it has been a year since you did my surgery! I am so happy with the results. I don’t think I can truly express how thankful I am and what a positive impact it has made on me.Sarah
Dr. Hilinski is truly committed to the care and healing of his patients. The after care following my procedure has been exceptional- he effectively communicates his care plan, and he is very knowledgeable regarding the procedure and the delicate process of healing related to his practice.Jamie
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