Revision Rhinoplasty

One of my revision rhinoplasty patients from San Diego was seen in follow-up evaluation today, which reminded me to post a quick note on thick skinned patients undergoing revision rhinoplasty. This particular patient had undergone three previous rhinoplasty surgeries performed by three different plastic surgeons. Her main issue was a…

An online inquiry just today reminded me to post a blog about Skype for rhinoplasty consultations. We have an increasing number of patients from out of town requesting virtual consultations for rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty. As I tell my patients, there is really no substitute for an in-office rhinoplasty consultation…

I recently saw one of my postoperative revision rhinoplasty patients in follow-up and it reminded me of several discussions that have taken place online regarding a hanging columella. This particular patient had prior rhinoplasty surgery by another plastic surgeon. One of her remaining concerns following surgery was the position and…

Dr. John Hilinski was selected by the Association for Medical Ethics as one of three rhinoplasty experts in this region who met the ethical and surgical standards established by the Association. Dr. Hilinski is proud of this recognition and honored to be one of only three rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty…

Dr. John Hilinski was recently featured in an online interview with Bizymoms.com discussing rhinoplasty surgery. Bizymoms.com is a website that caters to moms of all ages and covers a wide ranging of topics, including plastic and reconstructive surgery options. Click here for a link to Bizymoms and Dr. Hilinski's rhinoplasty…

Question: Why do some plastic surgeons only show the lateral or profile view of the nose following rhinoplasty or revision rhinoplasty? Answer: This is a great question. In my opinion, plastic surgeons should provide at least two views of the nose in their before and after photos. Nasal reshaping is…

Question: Do you always put a cast on the nose following rhinoplasty or revision rhinoplasty? Answer: The answer is – no. I will only place a cast on the nose if I have performed osteotomies (breaking the nose) during the rhinoplasty procedure. The cast, like for a broken arm, is…

Question: If I just want to narrow my nose by reducing the width of the base, do I have to undergo an anesthetic? Answer: The answer to this is ‘no’ if that is all you want done in terms of a limited rhinoplasty or revision rhinoplasty. We have several patients…

I just completed an interview today with an independent journalist here in San Diego who was researching the topic of injectable filler use for the nose. This idea has actually been around for many years but has been gaining increasing media attention. It has been called among other things the…

One of my San Diego revision rhinoplasty patients was just in and asked what many patients ask regarding nasal exercises. Is it normal to have pain with the exercises? The answer is absolutely. In fact, if you are not pushing hard enough on your nose to elicit some degree of…