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What Happens After the Procedure? Rhinoplasty is one of the more complicated plastic surgeries due to the contrasting changes that are done to the bone and cartilage of your nose. You will need to plan your recovery, for it will take up to two weeks for the after...
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Before undergoing a rhinoplasty, you should know about the types of anesthesia used in most of these procedures plastic surgery procedures: general anesthesia and IV Sedation. Each has its own uses and benefits. General Anesthesia is different than IV sedation in term...
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Finally! After all the time you have invested in researching, seeking out and finally procuring your facial plastic surgery, it is underway and the healing process is also complete. Now what? Your journey to a naturally youthful-looking, radiant skin does not stop af...
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You did it. After months, maybe years of debate, you have finally taken the step to have your nose reshaped by the surgical artistry of rhinoplasty. At last, you will have a more proportionate nose, skillfully tailored to complement your other unique features. But before ...
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With models and celebrities brazenly embracing thick brows, the on-going trend is clear: bold, striking brows not only add an alluring depth to the eyes, they can be the defining feature that frames a face and sets it apart. (Model-of-the-moment Cara Delevingne's ma...
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Sure, ponytails are simple and stylish, but tying your hair too tightly can cause pounding headaches and even hair loss. When your hair is in a high, tight ponytail, hair strands are being stretched taut from the follicle. This can lead to hair falling out before its time...
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Under eye circles. No matter how much sleep we get or how much makeup we apply, they're often difficult to hide. Under eye circles often manifest in one of two varieties: puffiness or dark, concave hollows. Both can cause a person to look older, tired and sad. This commo...
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Our country is becoming increasingly diverse. This is particularly apparent here in the Northeast where a walk down the street bears witness to a vast array of cultures and ethnicities, and it's not uncommon to overhear a cell phone conversation spoken in a language that ...
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Your face is a significant part of your identity. If you always appear tired and worn out, it can affect your self-confidence. Facelift surgery can restore your sparkle, allowing your personality to shine through. Here are a few reasons why facelift surgery can benefit you: ...
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Hipsters quieren tenerla tupida como George Clooney, Brad Pitt y otras estrellas Por Mateo Sancho Cardiel / Agencia EFE George Clooney y Ben Affleck son dos de los barbudos (al parecer, naturales) de Hollywood que inspiran a más hombres a implantarse vello facial. (Arch...
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If Dr. Halaas has placed Botox injections to ease the lines of expression on your face, then she has also told you that the effects of these injections are not permanent. Botox is a neurotoxin that disrupts normal nerve function. Injecting very small quantities into the muscles t...
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Answer: I would suggest you try a small Botox injection into the muscle before surgery, which can give you the “fix” you are looking for. For a more permanent alternative I would recommend rhinoplasty, because muscles just heal if you cut them. The results of a cartil...
View MoreCOVID-19 Safety Measures
We understand that there may be times when you miss an appointment due to emergencies or obligations for work and family.
However, due to Covid 19. and the current CDC guidelines, we are implementing a new ” no exceptions” cancellation/no show/rescheduling policy effective September 1, 2020.
If any appointment is cancelled or RESCHEDULED less than 24 hours in advance you will be charged a fee of $100. This policy will be in place until further notice and applies to new AND existing clients We apologize for any inconvenience but look forward to getting through this difficult time together.
At Dr. Halaas office, we take our staff’s and patients’ health very seriously. We are implementing safety measures to ensure everyone who comes through our doors will experience the highest level of care and the lowest risk levels.
Safety of our Employees
Each day we are taking our employees temperatures and going over a questionnaire to make sure we are all in the best of health. If anyone has a temperature over 100.4, or has fever, sore throat, chills, loss of taste, cough, shortness of breath, muscle pains, or headache, they will be asked to leave and go see their primary care doctor, or go get tested.
If an employee has been in contact with someone with Covid, we will ask them to get themselves tested, or they will have to quarantine themselves for two weeks.
We have installed a sneeze guard at our front counter for the safety of both our employees and our patients.
Safety of our Patients
Patients must sign up for our patient portal before coming to their appointment
All patients must wear masks to their appointment.
We ask patients to come to their appointment alone. Minors may be accompanied by an adult.
Temperature will be taken at the door.
Once patient has been cleared, we will escort them to their suite where they will be treated.
We have removed water and snacks from our waiting area, as well as all pamphlets regarding services.
Each room will be thoroughly disinfected in between patients
We encourage telehealth consults beforehand, so we can make a plan for when patients do come into office.
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