Injection Revision Rhinoplasty – But Not What You Think!
I happen to get several inquiries a week regarding possible injection rhinoplasty. Injection rhinoplasty is a term that was introduced years ago into the plastic surgery world to imply reshaping of the nose by injecting one of many different biocompatible materials. This primarily implied use of injectable fillers to reshape the nose - such as Restylane, Juvederm, Perlane, Radiesse, and Artefill. There is some controversy out there on the merits of injection rhinoplasty or lack... Continue Reading
Nasal Exercises in Rhinoplasty and Revision Rhinoplasty
Dr. John Hilinski, rhinoplasty specialist in in San Diego, CA, has added another chapter to one of the most informative rhinoplasty resources online - the San Diego Rhinoplasty Tutorial. Dr. Hilinski is widely respected as one of the regions best rhinoplasty surgeons. This includes expertise in cosmetic rhinoplasty and revision nose reshaping as well as functional nose procedures to improve breathing. The latest rhinoplasty tutorial chapter discusses the nuances of nasal exercises following rhinoplasty and... Continue Reading
Management of Turbinate Hypertrophy in Rhinoplasty & Revision Rhinoplasty
Dr. John Hilinski, expert nose surgeon in San Diego, CA, is proud to announce the latest addition to the ever growing online San Diego Rhinoplasty Tutorial - one of the most comprehensive online sources for rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty information. Dr. Hilinski is considered a regional specialist when it comes to complex nose surgery - including cosmetic nose jobs and functional reconstruction of the nose. This latest topic focuses on management of inferior turbinate hypertrophy... Continue Reading
San Diego Nasal Tip Rhinoplasty For A Wide Tip
This is a great example of nasal tip rhinoplasty, or just tip rhinoplasty for short. This is a young female patient who was referred to our San Diego office for rhinoplasty by a friend of hers who was happy with a cosmetic rhinoplasty done by us years ago. This patient was most concerned about her nasal tip. In fact, she was unhappy with the rounded, or bulbous, appearance to her nasal tip. She wanted to... Continue Reading
San Diego Revision Rhinoplasty Specialist Discusses Secondary Rhinoplasty Surgery
This San Diego revision rhinoplasty patient was thought to be a great example of revisionary cosmetic nose surgery and a good platform to discuss some of the details involved in this type of highly specialized surgery. She presented to our facial plastic surgery office with a request to have her nose reshaped further. Her history was significant in that she had undergone two prior nose jobs by other plastic surgeons. When you looked at her... Continue Reading
Pinched Nasal Tip in Rhinoplasty & Revision Rhinoplasty
The Hilinski Clinic of Facial Plastic Surgery in San Diego, CA, is happy to announce the most recent addition to our San Diego Rhinoplasty Tutorial - the Pinched Nasal Tip. Management of the pinched nasal tip is one of the more challenging dilemmas in the world of rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty surgery. Obtaining successful outcomes requires a thorough understanding of the anatomical problem and a well strategized surgical plan. To learn more about this updated... Continue Reading
San Diego Rhinoplasty (Nosejob) Healing From Closed Approach
This was a great case example to use for discussing the healing process following a closed rhinoplasty procedure (nosejob). This particular San Diego nasal reshaping patient presented to our office noting difficulty breathing through the nose along with some cosmetic concerns about the appearance of her nose. After examination, it was determined that she had collapse of her nasal bridge (also called the dorsum) and a drooping nasal tip (called ptosis and pronounced toe-sis). Both... Continue Reading
Smiling After Rhinoplasty/Nose Reshaping
We at the Hilinski Clinic of Facial Plastic Surgery are quite proud of the fact that our San Diego nosejob patients love their rhinoplasty results. However, there is always the issue of whether or not patients should be smiling after a rhinoplasty procedure. I like to tell my rhinoplasty patients that they should refrain from smiling after their nosejob for at least 6-8 weeks. Instead, I suggest they try what I like to call a... Continue Reading
Spreader Grafting in Rhinoplasty (Nose Reshaping)
We recently published our San Diego online rhinoplasty tutorial on spreader graft use in the world of rhinoplasty and nose reshaping. Building on this particular topic in rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty, I decided to post this blog entry focusing on a recent San Diego nosejob patient who was in for a follow-up visit. Rhinoplasty Patient This particular San Diego rhinoplasty patient originally consulted with us to have her nose reshaped for cosmetic reasons. If you... Continue Reading
Rhinoplasty Before & After Gallery
San Diego rhinoplasty specialist and California revision rhinoplasty expert, Dr. John Hilinski, is proud to report that he now has one of if not the largest rhinoplasty photo galleries in all of San Diego. In fact, Dr. Hilinski likely has one of the largest galleries of rhinoplasty photos in all of Southern California. As a San Diego double board certified facial plastic surgeon, he has a specialty focus in rhinoplasty surgery - arguably the most... Continue Reading
Cosmetic Nose Reshaping Without Altering Facial Identity – Finesse Rhinoplasty
I have a significant number of patients who consult with us at our San Diego facial plastic surgery practice regarding what I like to call a 'finesse' rhinoplasty procedure. These patients are seeking some type of nasal reshaping procedure to provide them with a cosmetic enhancement in the appearance of their nose. However, a good majority of these patients state they are afraid of looking too different from their rhinoplasty procedure. As I try to... Continue Reading
