Facelift

One of the most popular procedures performed by Dr. Hilinski is facelift surgery. When you go to the right plastic surgeon, a facelift can provide you with a beautiful, natural looking cosmetic improvement that helps to rejuvenate your neckline and jawline at the same time. This is a great example…

Here is a wonderful example of how a facelift procedure can take 10-15 years off of your appearance! This very pleasant lady came to San Diego desiring to have some sort of cosmetic surgery to make her look more rested and rejuvenated. Her main issues - like many patients looking…

Dr. John Hilinski is dedicated to helping patients reach their aesthetic goals. In addition to his surgical skill, Dr. Hilinski’s patients also benefit from his extensive knowledge and experience. He takes time to advise potential patients of their options, explain the benefits of each procedure, and develop a personalized treatment…

Typically, good candidates for laser skin resurfacing have a number of cosmetic concerns that can be treated simultaneously with our dynamic Lumenis® UltraPulse® Encore™ laser. With two configurations, this laser can be used to minimize the appearance of fine facial wrinkles, enhance skin tone, and improve texture. Since the laser…

Designed to rejuvenate the surface of the skin, laser skin resurfacing treatments use a distinctly different tactic than facelift procedures. While a facelift is best used to minimize the appearance of deep facial creases and folds, laser skin resurfacing can better address fine facial wrinkles. Since laser skin resurfacing is…

Since the facelift procedure is customized to address each patient’s unique needs, the recovery will vary depending upon the techniques used by the surgeon. Mild swelling and bruising should be expected after surgery, and isolated areas of facial numbness are not uncommon. However, most patients report discomfort instead of pain…

Despite all the latest fillers and laser devices being advertised out there in 2016, there is no substitute for a beautifully performed lower face and upper neck lift. This patient here exemplifies what this type of facial surgery can do to help reverse the signs of aging while providing a…

When you undergo a cosmetic procedure like facelift surgery, you want to know it’s a worthwhile investment that you can enjoy for years to come. Many patients who visit our practice with hopes of taking years off their face often inquire about how long they can expect their results from…

The ideal age for you to undergo a facelift will ultimately depend upon your degree of facial aging. However, knowing the average age can help you understand if you may be a good candidate for the procedure. Among the patients who seek Dr. John Hilinski for facelift surgery, the most…

Come see what an expert, board-certified facial plastic surgeon can do for your sagging neck skin! This is a 50 year old female who disliked the sagging skin along her upper neck and jowl region. I ended up performing a lower face and upper neck lift to get rid of this…