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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…

One concern I hear quite often from my rhinoplasty patients relates to smiling during the early recovery process. It is quite normal for many rhinoplasty patients to experience a 'stiff upper lip' in the early weeks to months of recovery. This is especially true if I have done a lot…

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…

Patients ask me all the time - how do I get such consistently, great results with Botox and Dysport injections? Part of the reason why my patients continually coming back for repeat Botox and Dysport treatment rests on the fact that I keep a 'roadmap' of every patient's injection pattern. Meaning,…

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…

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Ever wanted to get rid of that pesky double chin? Do you have excess submental (below the chin) fat? Kybella may be the exact treatment you need to create a more defined neckline. Kybella is an FDA-approved office-based injection that can help melt unwanted fat under the chin. Dr. Hilinski,…

This is a great example of why Sculptra has become one of my favorite facial volumizers. This middle-aged lady from San Diego desired to have more facial fullness and plumping, yet, like many, she did not want to look overfilled. I performed Sculptra injections a 1-2 month period during a…

Rhinoplasty is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed each year. The purpose of the surgery is to improve the appearance and/or function of your nose, while maintaining a natural look that is harmonious with the rest of your facial features. Men and women with varying physical needs…

The cost of rhinoplasty (or a nose job) can vary according to several factors. While cosmetic procedures are often not covered by insurance providers, a rhinoplasty that is intended to improve breathing functionality may be covered since it is reconstructive in nature. In addition to your insurance, the following factors…