Patients ask me all the time what they might look like immediately following a Restylane treatment to the lower eyelid – cheek region. As they say – a picture is worth a thousand words. So here is a quick photo example of what you can expect to look like within minutes of having Restylane injected… Continue reading about Immediate Effects of Lower Eyelid Restylane Injection
What’s different in the before and after photos? Let’s see who can guess what was done to this very pleasant female patient of mine from San Diego. This case example demonstrates the essence of what facial plastic surgery should do for people. It is intended to make a visual enhancement to the face and/or neck… Continue reading about Spot the Difference in the Before and After Photos?
In our last blog post, Dr. John Hilinski, our board-certified facial plastic surgeon, discussed balancing facial proportions with an upper lip lift. In this follow-up post, Dr. Hilinski will reveal his preferred upper lip lift technique and how injectable fillers can assist some patients in maximizing the benefits of the procedure. There are two main… Continue reading about Upper Lip Lift Techniques For Best Results
Board-certified facial plastic surgeon John Hilinski, MD explains how an upper lip lift can effectively help balance facial proportions. Unfortunately, the overall appearance of the face can be dramatically impacted when just one area of the face looks unbalanced. Our upper lip lift patients are generally men and women looking to achieve more harmonious… Continue reading about Can An Upper Lip Lift Improve Your Facial Balance?
Many ear pinning patients wonder what the ears may look like in the early healing process after otoplasty surgery. So I decided to post this blog to give those a visual idea of what to expect in the average case. As I discuss with all my cosmetic ear pinning patients, the ears will appear overcorrected… Continue reading about Appearance 1 Day After Otoplasty
This is the latest addition to our ever-growing San Diego rhinoplasty gallery. This young lady from San Diego, CA desired to have her nose reshaped. More specifically, she disliked the bump on the bridge and the fact her tip hung down too low. This is actually a very common complaint among rhinoplasty candidates. I ended… Continue reading about Latest Photo Example of Cosmetic Rhinoplasty
Our double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, John Hilinski, MD, explains what you can expect during facelift treatment. Our facelift consultations entail a physical examination coupled with a thorough discussion to determine each patient’s specific aesthetic goals. I consider any patient who seeks a more youthful, rested appearance of the lower face and upper neck… Continue reading about Considering A Facelift: What Should I Expect?
Learn how I can actually make your ear smaller using scapha reduction technique for macrotia – also known as excessively large ears. This type of ear plastic surgery is much different from ear pinning surgery, which is intended to simply pull the ears back closer to the surface of the head. Macrotia ear plastic surgery… Continue reading about Macrotia Ear Plastic Surgery to Actually Make an Ear Smaller
Learn more about repair of the broken nose in this latest addition to our online San Diego rhinoplasty tutorial. This most recent chapter focuses on a patient who broke his nose resulting in a crooked alignment that required surgical repair to help restore a more normal appearing alignment. I hope this provides helpful insight to… Continue reading about Repair of the Broken Crooked Twisted Nose
Learn more about suture reshaping of the ear in this latest addition to our otoplasty discussion page. This case example focuses on use of Mustarde suture technique – a specific method that can be used to cosmetically reshape the overly prominent ear in otoplasty patients. See for yourself why our office has become a regional… Continue reading about Suture Reshaping of the Ear
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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