When performed by an expert like Dr. Yael Halaas, M.D., F.A.C.S., facelift surgery becomes more than a cosmetic procedure—it becomes a powerful path to confidence and self-renewal. As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon with over two decades of experience and more than 1200 facelifts performed under local anesthesia, Dr. Halaas is New York City's go-to leader for natural-looking, youthful transformations.
Renowned for her precision, artistic vision, and sincere dedication to patient care, Dr. Halaas has built a trusted name in facial rejuvenation. Whether your goal is to reverse the visible effects of aging or subtly refine your natural features, she achieves results that are elegant, youthful, and always true to you. Read on to discover what you can expect from a facelift with Dr. Halaas in NYC.
What Is a Facelift—and Who Is It For?
A facelift rejuvenates the lower two-thirds of the face and often the neck, tightening sagging skin, lifting facial contours, and softening deep lines. In just one procedure, patients can look up to ten years younger, with results that typically last a decade or more.
Dr. Halaas typically works with men and women in their 40s to 60s, though age is flexible. The best candidates are in good health, do not smoke, and are seeking natural improvement in skin laxity, jowls, or facial volume loss.
Tailored Facelift Techniques by Dr. Halaas
Each facelift is fully personalized. Dr. Halaas offers a range of approaches to fit your needs:
- Mini Facelift: A quicker recovery option ideal for early signs of aging.
- Deep Plane Facelift: Repositions deep tissues for more dramatic, lasting results.
- SMAS Facelift: Targets the supportive layer under the skin for better jawline definition.
- The Local Lift®: Dr. Halaas’s signature technique—customized, low-risk, and performed under local anesthesia.
The Procedure and Recovery Timeline
Facelifts are performed in Dr. Halaas’s AAAASF-accredited NYC facility, most often under local anesthesia. Discreet incisions are placed around the ears and within the hairline to minimize visible scarring. Through these incisions, Dr. Halaas lifts underlying tissues, repositions facial contours, and removes excess skin with exceptional precision.
Many patients choose to enhance their facelift results with additional treatments, such as a neck lift or dermal fillers, to create smooth transitions and balanced features.
After surgery, you’ll wear a light facial wrap for one week and follow a homeopathic regimen to reduce swelling. Most patients return to light work in 7–10 days, with full recovery by 4–6 weeks. While early improvements are visible quickly, your final look continues to refine over the following months.
Trust Your Face to NYC's Leading Facial Plastic Surgeon
With over 25 years of medical experience, Dr. Yael Halaas, M.D., F.A.C.S., is celebrated as the top female facial plastic surgeon in New York City. Her approach combines surgical mastery, aesthetic vision, and deeply personalized care. Every facelift she performs reflects her commitment to safety, innovation, and excellence. If you're ready to restore a naturally youthful appearance, schedule your private consultation with Dr. Halaas today.