A facelift is one of the most transformative procedures in facial plastic surgery — and in the hands of the right surgeon, the results look completely natural. Dr. Yael Halaas has performed more than 1,200 facelifts over her 20+ year career in New York City, making her one of the most experienced facelift surgeons in the country.
Facelift Techniques Dr. Halaas Performs
Not all facelifts are the same. Dr. Halaas tailors her approach to each patient's anatomy, degree of laxity, and aesthetic goals, offering several techniques:
- Traditional Facelift — Addresses the face and neck comprehensively, lifting the SMAS layer (the muscle and connective tissue beneath the skin) for long-lasting, natural results.
- Deep Plane Facelift — The most advanced facelift technique, releasing and repositioning deeper facial structures for patients with significant laxity or midface descent.
- Local Lift — A targeted, less invasive option for patients with early-stage laxity who are not yet candidates for a full facelift.
- Mid-Facelift — Focused specifically on the cheek and midface area, restoring volume position without addressing the full face and neck.
During a consultation, Dr. Halaas will evaluate which approach — or combination of approaches — will achieve the most natural, harmonious outcome for each individual patient.
