Management of the over-projected nasal tip is one of the more challenging types of cosmetic nose reshaping. This is a good example of this type of nosejob procedure where the tip of the nose is brought back closer to the face. In this particular case, the nasal tip stuck out too far from the plane of the… Continue reading about New Case of The Over Projected Nasal Tip
Dr. John Hilinski has extensive experience in ear pinning and otoplasty surgery to help cosmetically improve the appearance of prominent ears. This includes vast knowledge of pediatric ear pinning, or otoplasty for children. This particular patient is a great example of ear pinning in children. He is a young boy who had concerns with prominent… Continue reading about Pediatric Ear Pinning in San Diego, CA by Dr. Hilinski
Dr. John Hilinski, board certified facial plastic surgeon, presents another very happy ear pinning, or otoplasty, patient from San Diego, CA. This young male desired to have his ears pinned back because they were overly prominent for his liking. Like many otoplasty patients, his ears were asymmetrically enlarged with his left ear sticking out further than his… Continue reading about Another Very Happy San Diego Otoplasty Patient!
Dr. Hilinski would like to present the short and long-term follow-up results of an ear pinning patient from San Diego, CA. This attractive female patient underwent otoplasty, or ear pinning, surgery to address her overly prominent ears. As you can see, her ears were somewhat different from right to left, which is more the rule… Continue reading about Short and Long-term Ear Pinning Results in San Diego, CA
This case presentation highlights a fairly uncommon upper lip enhancement procedure termed a subnasale lip lift. This is a procedure that is requested by patients who are looking to shorten their upper lip to create a more balanced appearance to this region of the face. Patients considering a subnasale lip lift have an elongated upper… Continue reading about Subnasale Lip Lift Surgery in San Diego
Dr. John Hilinski, board certified facial plastic surgeon in San Diego, CA, discusses another example of ear pinning (also known as otoplasty or ear reshaping). This female patient from San Diego presented to the office complaining of prominent ears. She was found to have overly developed ears that were asymmetric – meaning one stuck out… Continue reading about Ear Pinning (Otoplasty) in San Diego, CA
A recent study from the American Academy of Facial and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery (AAFRPS) found that 75% of all procedures performed by facial plastic surgeons in 2008 were nonsurgical in nature. However, San Diego facial plastic surgeon Dr. John Hilinski says his practice is quite different when compared to the AAFRPS statistics. When choosing a… Continue reading about Facial Plastic Surgeon Discusses Choosing Cosmetic Procedure
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
This is a great example of a finesse rhinoplasty procedure that we recently saw back in the office for a follow-up appointment. This young San Diego patient came in with a desire to have a nose job because she felt as if her nose was too wide and looked too big for her face. We… Continue reading about Finesse Female Rhinoplasty 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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