Blog

This is a fairly dramatic example of how cosmetic rhinoplasty surgery can completely transform one's facial appearance. This very pleasant lady desired to have cosmetic rhinoplasty to reshape her very droopy and bulbous nasal tip. When you see her photos on the side and oblique views, you can gain a…

This is another example of CO2 laser treatment for a condition called rhinophyma. This is a disease that causes the skin of the nose to become overgrown - resulting in the appearance of a very bulbous nasal tip region. For many patients, this can become a significant cosmetic disturbance. In…

This is another example of how surgery can help enhance the appearance of an elongated upper lip - a cosmetic concern that is more common than you would imagine. Shortening the upper lip using a bullhorn incision upper lip lift technique is gaining in popularity and has become one of…

Sculptra injections are quickly becoming one of my favorite office-based cosmetic treatments. Sculptra injections literally allow me to sculpt your face to create improved contour and fullness in certain locations that tend to be negatively affected by the aging process. As an example, you can easily see how Sculptra injections to…

See the latest example of Persian or Iranian nose job surgery performed by San Diego rhinoplasty expert, Dr. John Hilinski. See how cosmetic nose surgery was performed to create a more refined, yet natural looking nose in this very pleasant rhinoplasty patient from San Diego.

Injectables provide rejuvenating effects in different ways - dermal fillers add volume to targeted facial areas, while BOTOX® Cosmetic weakens overactive facial muscles that lead to lines and wrinkles. An alternative to these options, Sculptra® Aesthetic, actually targets the cause of many facial wrinkles by enhancing and reinforcing the deeper…

Take a look at this more dramatic example of what upper eyelid blepharoplasty (eyelid lift) can do for you. This very pleasant lady was suffering from very heavy upper eyelids due to excess, weighted skin. I ended up performing a cosmetic upper eyelid lift to help give her a more…

Many times, patients coming in for one concern can achieve even better results when an additional area is addressed as well. While the decision is ultimately up to the patient, Dr. John Hilinski may recommend combining procedures to help patients achieve more balanced results. One such combination that he has…

Facial implants can be an excellent option for patients wishing to achieve added contour and dimension for their facial appearance. Our facial plastic surgeon, Dr. John Hilinski, offers implants to enhance various areas of the face but emphasizes three areas in particular that can be significantly improved: the cheeks, chin,…

As an expert in nasal reconstruction, I commonly see patients who are seeking to have their noses repaired following skin cancer removal, or MOHS surgery. This is particularly common in this region of the country where sun exposure is so common year round. This very pleasant lady from San Diego…