A traditional facelift addresses the SMAS layer of tissue for moderate sagging, a deep plane facelift releases and repositions deeper structural layers for more significant laxity, and a local lift (mini facelift) targets early, isolated laxity through a shorter incision with les...
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Hooded eyes usually come from one of two sources: excess skin on the upper eyelid or a brow that has dropped lower on the face. Upper blepharoplasty corrects the first problem, and a brow lift corrects the second. The right procedure depends entirely on which one is actually caus...
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Tired, hooded, or puffy eyes have more than one fix, and the right one depends on what's actually causing the change. Excess skin calls for a different approach than volume loss, and a heavy brow can look identical to droopy eyelids without being the same problem at all. Dr. Yael...
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Eyelid surgery, known medically as blepharoplasty, removes excess skin, muscle, and fat from the upper or lower eyelids to correct drooping lids and reduce under-eye puffiness. Dr. Yael Halaas has performed this outpatient procedure for over 20 years at her private, nationally ac...
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Choosing a specialist for facial plastic surgery is a decision that directly affects your safety, your results, and how naturally you age after the procedure. The face is the most complex and visible part of the body, and its intricate anatomy demands a surgeon whose career is bu...
View MoreRhinoplasty recovery happens in stages, but most patients feel more comfortable and look noticeably improved within the first few weeks. Swelling, bruising, and congestion are most common during the first week, with gradual definition and refinement continuing over the months ahe...
View MoreWith over 1,200 facelifts performed, the most by any female facial plastic surgeon on the East Coast, Dr. Yael Halaas, MD, FACS, brings unmatched expertise to every facial rejuvenation procedure. Double board-certified in Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surge...
View MoreAs a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Yael Halaas, MD, FACS, has spent decades studying how facial structures age and how they can be restored with precision. At her NYC practice, she focuses exclusively on facial procedures, combining advanced surgical tec...
View MoreSo, what is rhinoplasty? Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the bone, cartilage, and skin of the nose to improve its appearance, function, or both. Whether a patient is seeking cosmetic refinement or relief from breathing difficulties, rhinoplasty offers a path tow...
View MoreFacial plastic surgery patients are especially discerning and have exceptionally high expectations for good reason: when you're making changes to the most visible and recognizable part of you—your face—who you choose to perform the surgery matters just as much a...
View MoreUndergoing rhinoplasty is a highly personal decision, and understanding the recovery process is just as important as selecting the right surgeon. Dr. Yael Halaas, MD, FACS, is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive ...
View MoreUnderstanding the recovery process helps patients approach eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) with clarity and confidence. Under the care of Dr. Yael Halaas, MD, FACS, one of New York City's leading double board-certified facial plastic surgeons and a recognized specialist in ...
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