Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery, 1150 S King Street, Suite 504, Honolulu, HI (2026)

03/21/2026

One of the most common questions after rhinoplasty is: “Will my nose look natural?”

The short answer—yes, when it’s done thoughtfully.

A successful rhinoplasty isn’t about creating a “perfect” nose. It’s about creating your nose—one that fits harmoniously with your unique facial features. The goal is balance, not attention. In fact, the best results are often the ones no one notices.

Right after surgery, swelling can temporarily make the nose look different than expected. This is completely normal. As healing progresses over weeks to months, the nose refines, softens, and settles into a more natural appearance.

A natural-looking result depends on:
• Respecting your facial proportions
• Preserving structural integrity
• Avoiding overcorrection
• Tailoring the procedure to you, not trends

Remember: rhinoplasty is as much an art as it is a science. Choosing an experienced surgeon who prioritizes subtle, individualized results makes all the difference.

If you’re considering rhinoplasty, patience and realistic expectations are key—your final result is a gradual transformation, not an overnight change.

Have questions about the process? Drop them below 👇

03/16/2026

Why do lips change as we age? Let’s talk about it…

Ever notice your lips looking a little thinner or less defined than they used to? You’re not imagining it. As we age:

✨ We naturally lose collagen
✨ The lip border (that crisp outline) softens
✨ The upper lip can lengthen
✨ Fine lines can form around the mouth

The good news? Thoughtful, natural lip filler can restore what time has taken away — without looking overdone.

A skilled injector doesn’t just “add volume.” We can:
💉 Restore the youthful lip shape
💉 Define the vermilion border
💉 Support the corners of the mouth
💉 Smooth fine lines around the lips
💉 Create balance with the rest of the face

The goal is refreshed, hydrated, naturally beautiful lips — not “filler lips.”

Think: your lips, just a little earlier in time.

At Hawaiʻi Facial Plastic Surgery, we specialize in subtle, customized lip rejuvenation that enhances your natural beauty.

✨ Ready for a little glow-up?
📩 DM us to schedule your consultation.

03/10/2026

Nose inspiration ➡️ surgical artistry ➡️ your unique result

Every rhinoplasty starts with a conversation. We look at inspiration photos together, discuss facial balance, and design a nose that fits your features—not someone else’s. The goal is refinement, harmony, and a result that looks naturally yours.

Education is the first step in great results. I love guiding my patients through the process so they understand what’s possible and what creates a beautiful, balanced outcome.

If you’ve ever saved a nose inspiration photo… this is how we turn that vision into reality.

— Dr. Susan Tan

03/10/2026

Nose inspiration ➡️ surgical artistry ➡️ your unique result

Every rhinoplasty starts with a conversation. We look at inspiration photos together, discuss facial balance, and design a nose that fits your features—not someone else’s. The goal is refinement, harmony, and a result that looks naturally yours.

Education is the first step in great results. I love guiding my patients through the process so they understand what’s possible and what creates a beautiful, balanced outcome.

If you’ve ever saved a nose inspiration photo… this is how we turn that vision into reality.

— Dr. Susan Tan

02/21/2026

Planning a facelift? Let’s talk timing with injectables & energy treatments — based on what we know (and don’t know).

Facelift surgery is a foundational procedure for facial rejuvenation — but it doesn’t fully correct volume loss, skin quality changes, or dynamic wrinkles. That’s why many patients use:

💉 Neurotoxin
💉 Dermal filler
🧬 Biostimulators (Sculptra, Radiesse)
⚡ Energy-based devices (RF, ultrasound, lasers)

…before or after surgery.

But how does this affect surgical outcomes?

A small retrospective review published in Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology looked at 20 facelift patients with prior minimally invasive treatments:
• 100% had neurotoxin before surgery
• 90% had hyaluronic acid filler
• 55% had biostimulators

• Many resumed injectables within the first year after surgery

In this small cohort, prior injectable or energy-based treatment was not associated with increased surgical complications.

However — and this is important — the study was small, retrospective, and not designed to definitively assess safety or risk.

🔎 From a surgical planning standpoint, recently placed filler, collagen stimulation, or energy-induced tightening can temporarily alter anatomy and tissue behavior. That can make it harder to assess true laxity, volume loss, and vector needs.

For patients considering surgery within the next year, I generally recommend:
⏳ Avoid filler several months before surgery
⏳ Avoid biostimulators ideally 12 months prior
⏳ Avoid energy-based tightening treatments several months prior

Surgery should be performed on stable, natural anatomy whenever possible. Sequencing matters.

Larger prospective studies are still needed to define best practices — but thoughtful timing remains key to achieving the most predictable, natural outcome.

If surgery may be in your future, let’s plan strategically 🤍

02/13/2026

There is no surgery more powerful than a deep plane face & neck lift for lower facial and neck aging.

When the neck feels heavy…
When the jawline disappears…
When skin tightening treatments are no longer enough…

👉 This is where the deep plane technique shines.

As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, I’ve spent years refining deep plane face and neck lift surgery to address aging where it actually happens—in the deeper structural layers, not just the skin.

That’s how we achieve:
• A lighter, smoother neck
• A defined jawline
• Natural repositioning—not pulled skin
• Results that look refreshed, not “done”

This transformation isn’t about looking younger overnight.
It’s about restoring balance, structure, and confidence—the way you remember yourself.

✨ Surgical artistry + experience matter.
✨ Technique matters.
✨ And patient selection matters.

If you’re noticing heaviness in the neck or sagging along the jawline and wondering whether surgery is the right next step, this conversation is worth having.

Book a personalized face & neck lift consultation in Honolulu.

02/12/2026

✨ Ready to transform your skin knowledge into real results?
How to Care for Your Skin – Skin Health Class is coming soon!

Whether you’re focused on anti-aging, pigmentation, or teen acne, this intimate class (10 guests only) is designed to give you real education, real experience, and real results.

💎 What makes this event special?
• Hands-on learning — Each guest will have their own mirror & face washing station
• Guided step-by-step ZO Getting Skin Ready® (GSR®) routine: cleanse, polish & tone
• Personalized product selection based on your unique skin type
• Experience a full ZO protocol on your own skin
• Complimentary professional skin analysis
• Customized skincare recommendations tailored just for you

💰 $50 Deposit — Fully redeemable toward any ZO purchase that day
🎁 Plus, receive a complimentary ZO Travel Size GSR Kit to use during class and take home with you!
💄Remember to come with no makeup!

By the end of the class, you won’t just hear about skincare, you’ll understand it, feel it, and know exactly what your skin needs.
Spots are limited to keep this experience personalized and elevated.
DM us to reserve your seat ✨

Call or text us now to reserve your spot! 📞✨
+1 (808) 636-9084
RSVP By Feb 25.

01/10/2026

Upper blepharoplasty is one of the most effective ways to refresh tired, heavy eyes—and for many patients, it can be performed comfortably in our office.

✨ What patients are often surprised to learn:

• No general anesthesia
Performed under local anesthesia—awake, comfortable, and safe.

• Same surgical precision
The technique, measurements, and attention to detail are identical to operating room surgery.

• Lower overall cost
No hospital or anesthesia facility fees.

• Quicker recovery
Most patients return to daily activities within 7–10 days, with gradual refinement over weeks.

• Natural, refreshed results
The goal is brighter, more awake eyes—not a different look.

👁️ People should ask if you’re well-rested… not what you had done.

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Thinking about eyelid surgery?

A personalized consultation is the best place to start.
📍 In-office | Board-certified facial plastic surgeon | Hawaiʻi
📲 Book your consult through the link in bio

12/25/2025

This season, we’re feeling especially thankful 🎄✨
To our wonderful patients—thank you for your trust, your support, and for choosing Hawai’i Facial Plastic Surgery.

The New Year brings exciting innovations, enhanced services, and our continued commitment to natural-looking results done thoughtfully and artfully—from facial plastic surgery to advanced medical spa treatments.

Here’s to confidence, beauty, and feeling your best in the year ahead.

11/18/2025

A feminine nose is all about balance, softness, and harmony with your unique features.
In this patient’s rhinoplasty, we refined the bridge and lifted the tip to create a naturally elegant profile—while also ensuring healthy nasal breathing. As an otolaryngologist (ENT) and facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Tan can improve both form and function during rhinoplasty so you look and feel your best.
Curious what a feminine rhinoplasty could look like for you?

DM us or tap the link in bio to schedule a personalized consultation.
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11/06/2025

Rhinoplasty is one of the most transformative surgeries — it can enhance facial harmony, refine your profile, and often improve breathing. Every nose I create is customized — guided by anatomy, artistry, and proportion, never a “one-size-fits-all.”

This beautiful transformation shows what’s possible with expert surgical technique and natural aesthetic judgment. 🌸

📍Performed by Dr. Susan Tan — double board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Hawai‘i
💬 DM to schedule your private consultation

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