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Dr. Yael Halaas, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in New York, New York

Dr. Yael Halaas, MD

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

New York, New York
NPI: 1407855885· License: 208455 (NY) verify
4.7(117 ratings)

Consultation $300

In Dr. Yael Halaas's own words

How Dr. Yael Halaas describes their own approach, from their Instagram and TikTok posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • Sometimes the best procedure is the one I tell you not to have
  • She emphasizes open communication, making it a priority for patients to fully understand their options, take ownership of their choices, and feel supported by her as their advocate

Specialization

  • I'm Dr. Yael Hallis, and I'm a board-certified facial plastic surgeon practicing on East 56th and Park Avenue in the center of Manhattan

Technique

  • By using lighter, strategically placed units, we can soften lines while preserving expression
  • Deep plane facelift techniques are used to ensure natural-looking results.TikTok ↗
  • Dr. Yael Halaas's practice applies Botox in a natural, light, and artistic way to achieve a refreshed and natural look with some movement.

Training & credentials

  • Dr. Halaas has trained thousands of physicians in techniques spanning injectables, lasers, facial plastic surgery, and hair restoration.
  • Double board-certified in otolaryngology and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Halaas brings extensive experience across both surgical and non-surgical facial aesthetics

Consultation

  • The ideal is for patients to feel comfortable. Comfortable in the goal that they want to achieve, and most importantly, comfortable in discussing with me what those goals are

Safety

  • Dr. Yael Halaas advises patients to be mindful that buccal fat removal, especially for those with thin faces, can lead to an aged appearance in 10 to 15 years.

Results

  • When my patients are finished with their procedure, they should feel incredibly happy, successful, and really natural. Just their natural beauty coming through
  • Dr. Halaas delivers results that not only enhance her patients’ appearance but also their confidence

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About

Dr. Yael Halaas is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, certified in otolaryngology and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, practicing in New York, New York. She employs an empathetic and patient-focused approach, prioritizing open communication to ensure patients understand their options and feel supported. Dr. Halaas believes in achieving natural-looking results, using deep plane techniques for facelifts to lift from within for long-lasting definition, with incisions hidden along the hairline and ear creases. For blepharoplasty, she spends almost as much time on precise marking as on the surgery itself to ensure optimal skin removal, patient comfort, and undetectable scars. Her Botox technique uses lighter, strategically placed units to soften lines while preserving natural expression. Dr. Halaas also offers advanced treatments like Emfemme 360, which she notes is a painless, fast procedure that pairs well with Emsella and Emsculpt to improve vaginal, pelvic floor, and core muscles. She is selective about procedures like buccal fat removal, aiming for balanced, age-appropriate results rather than temporary trends, and advises caution regarding complications from fox eye threads.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Procedure details

Everything on this page about each procedure Dr. Yael Halaas offers: pricing in context, what they've said about it, related videos and photos, and what patients ask.

Average Cost of Surgery

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Hyaluronidase

$300

About typicalTypical nationally: $125–$300 (median $200, 9 reports) compare ↗

Co2 Laser

$2,500

About typicalTypical nationally: $1,650–$4,000 (median $2,600, 67 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Yael Halaas

Sourced directly from Dr. Yael Halaas's social posts and replies.

What are the recovery expectations after rhinoplasty?
At 3 months post-rhinoplasty, swelling is still present, and the nose will continue to refine as healing progresses.
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What can upper and lower blepharoplasty achieve?
Upper and lower blepharoplasty can address multiple signs of aging around the eyes in a single procedure, including excess upper eyelid skin and under-eye bags. This creates a smoother contour, reduces heaviness, and results in a noticeably more open, refreshed appearance while maintaining natural eye shape. Incisions are strategically placed for discreet scarring, which typically softens and fades as healing progresses.
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How does laser resurfacing work and what can it treat?
Laser resurfacing works by delivering controlled laser energy into the skin to stimulate collagen remodeling. It can improve fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, sun damage, and overall skin quality. Treatments are customized in depth and intensity based on the patient's skin, concerns, and desired downtime.
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What should patients know about buccal fat removal?
Buccal fat removal is considered one of the most controversial procedures in facial plastic surgery and is not suitable for everyone. For the right candidates with naturally fuller cheeks, carefully removing a portion of buccal fat can create more definition through the mid and lower face. However, removing it from an unsuitable face or removing too much can result in the face appearing hollow or older as it naturally loses volume with age.
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What is involved in eyebrow transplantation and what are the expected results?
Eyebrow transplantation can permanently restore density and shape using the patient's own hair, typically harvested from the scalp. Hair follicles are carefully harvested and individually transplanted, with precise attention to placement, angle, and direction to ensure natural growth. New growth is visible at 3 months, but this is considered an early result as hairs continue to grow and mature over subsequent months. This procedure is suitable for naturally sparse brows, areas affected by over-plucking, scars, or where brow hair no longer grows.
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What are exosomes and how do they work for skin and hair rejuvenation?
Exosomes are considered next-generation science. They are messenger packages produced by stem cells that travel to various cells, including hair and skin cells, to activate them. These exosomes contain growth factors, micro RNA, and messenger RNA, which instruct cells to reactivate, act young again, heal themselves, and contribute to healing the body.
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What are the risks and potential complications of fox eye thread lifts?
The extremely popular fox eye trend is not risk-free. Using threads in this area of the face can cause severe complications such as widened scars, tremendous pain, and infections from permanent sutures that may spit out. These complications often require surgical intervention to address, and patients may not be fully informed about the use of permanent sutures during the initial procedure.
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Who is a candidate for blepharoplasty and at what age is it typically considered?
Upper and lower blepharoplasty is one of the most common procedures performed by facial plastic surgeons. While anyone could be a candidate, people as young as their 20s may consider lower blepharoplasty if they have fat puffing out in the lower eyelid. For upper eyelids, extra skin and fullness are common reasons, with many people undergoing upper eyelid blepharoplasty around age 40.
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What is Dr. Halaas' approach to facelifts and what results can be expected?
Dr. Halaas considers facelift surgery the gold standard for facial rejuvenation, especially for those desiring a lasting, rejuvenated look. She uses deep plane facelift techniques to ensure natural-looking, refreshed results without a 'pulled' appearance. Incisions are meticulously hidden as close to the ear as possible, along the hairline and ear creases, with techniques and technologies used to ensure they fade as much as possible so no one can tell. The procedure lifts and repositions face and neck tissues, aiming to make patients look 10-15 years younger, with an improved recovery process.
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What is Awake Upper Blepharoplasty and what are its advantages?
Awake Upper Blepharoplasty is a precise eyelid surgery performed right in the office under local anesthesia, allowing patients to stay awake and comfortable. This treatment removes excess upper eyelid skin that causes hooding or heaviness, opening and brightening the eyes for a younger, more alert look. It requires minimal downtime compared to traditional operating-room surgery and is one of the most effective ways to correct sagging eyelids, improve symmetry, and refresh the upper eye area while preserving your natural expression.
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Who is a candidate for blepharoplasty and when is it typically recommended?
Upper and lower blepharoplasty is a common procedure. Candidates for lower blepharoplasty can be as young as their 20s if they have fat puffing in the lower eyelid. For upper blepharoplasty, common indications include extra upper eyelid skin and fullness, with many people considering it around age 40.
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What is Emfemme 360 and what are its benefits?
Emfemme 360 is a fast, painless procedure involving a single insertion that provides 360-degree treatment to vaginal tissues. It improves circulation, restores blood flow, and allows patients to enjoy benefits immediately. It pairs well with Emsella and Emsculpt to strengthen vaginal pelvic floor and core muscles, leading to a feeling of increased strength.
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What is Dr. Halaas' approach to blepharoplasty to ensure natural results and minimal scarring?
Dr. Halaas emphasizes precise marking for upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), often spending as much time marking as on the surgery itself. This meticulous approach ensures optimal skin removal, patient comfort (avoiding dry eye), and that incisions are placed to be almost completely undetectable and hidden.
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What is Dr. Halaas' approach to facelifts and what results can patients expect?
Dr. Halaas considers facelifts the gold standard for facial rejuvenation, utilizing techniques like deep plane facelifts to lift and reposition facial and neck tissues from within. This approach ensures natural-looking outcomes, avoiding a 'pulled' appearance and instead offering a refreshed look that can make a person look 10-15 years younger while still looking like themselves. Incisions are meticulously hidden along the hairline and ear creases to be as undetectable as possible, with techniques and technologies employed to maximize fading.
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What is the recovery like after a facelift with Dr. Halaas?
Dr. Halaas' practice has improved its facelift recovery process, aiming for a smoother experience.
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Can upper blepharoplasty be performed awake, and what are the benefits?
Yes, Dr. Halaas performs awake upper blepharoplasty right in the office, using only local anesthesia. Patients remain awake and comfortable. This precise eyelid surgery removes excess upper eyelid skin that causes hooding or heaviness, opening and brightening the eyes for a younger, more alert look. It requires minimal downtime compared to traditional operating-room surgery, improves symmetry, refreshes the upper eye area, and preserves natural expression.
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What is the EXION treatment and what results can be expected?
The EXION treatment uses topical radiofrequency and is described as feeling like a hot stone massage. It's shown to provide a 50% improvement in collagen and elastin, and an increase of over 224% in natural hyaluronic acid in the skin.
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What are the risks associated with fox eye threads?
The fox eye trend, particularly using threads in that area, is not risk-free and can lead to complications such as widened scars, pain, and infections from permanent sutures. These complications often require surgical intervention to address.
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What patients ask Dr. Yael Halaas

Questions people asked under Dr. Yael Halaas's TikTok videos, 4 answered by the doctor.

  • What's the main difference between an upper and lower blepharoplasty, and how do I know which one I need?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 88 engagements

  • Is upper blepharoplasty performed awake painful, even with local anesthesia? What's the patient experience like?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 75 engagements

  • What is the 'essential' step you're referring to for a perfect blepharoplasty? Is it a specific technique or a pre-op assessment?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 62 engagements

  • What are the specific risks associated with fox eye threads that people should be aware of?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 45 engagements

  • What is the typical recovery time for a natural-looking facelift, and how long do the results usually last?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 110 engagements· not yet answered

  • Can EXION really give 'facelift natural' results without surgery, or is it more for mild skin tightening?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 95 engagements· not yet answered

  • How do exosomes compare to PRP treatments for skin rejuvenation or hair growth? Which is more effective?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 71 engagements· not yet answered

  • Are exosomes safe for all skin types, and what are the main benefits I should expect for anti-aging?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 55 engagements· not yet answered

  • How does understanding hair growth cycles help with treating hair loss, and what treatments target specific cycles?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 40 engagements· not yet answered

  • How long do fox eye thread results typically last, and what happens when they dissolve?

    asked on TikTok ↗· 38 engagements· not yet answered

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Videos from Dr. Yael Halaas

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  • The Science behind EXION

    25.3K views · Oct 2024 · TikTok ↗

  • Thinking about a facelift? Here’s what you need to know! ✅ Natural-looking results – No more “pul…

    22.5K views · Mar 2025 · TikTok ↗

  • Upper Blepharoplasty Performed Awake. Full Eyelid Lift with Local Anesthesia Awake upper blepharo…

    13K views · Sep 2025 · TikTok ↗

  • The extremely popular fox eye trend is not risk free. Using threads in this particular area of th…

    10.5K views · Oct 2022 · TikTok ↗

  • Let's talk about upper and lower blepharoplasty

    6.3K views · Feb 2024 · TikTok ↗

  • Part 1 of who has the best nose 🙂

    5.3K views · Mar 2023 · TikTok ↗

From Dr. Yael Halaas's Instagram

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Technologies & brands Dr. Yael Halaas mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. Yael Halaas's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

Skincare techExosomes · 5
InjectablesBotox · 3
Body contouringEmsculpt NEO
Skin tighteningExion

Patient Experience

Dr. Yael Halaas Review Summary

4.64
Dr. Halaas has consistently high ratings across various platforms. With an average of 4.64 stars, patients praise her expertise, personalized care, and natural-looking results. Reviews frequently mention her welcoming demeanor and ability to put patients at ease.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

4.3 out of 5

Based on 74 reviews

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aedit.com

4.9 out of 5

Based on 107 reviews

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sharecare.com

4.6 out of 5

Based on 103 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.8 out of 5

Based on 183 reviews

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Dr. Yael Halaas, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in New York, New York

Science & Beauty Associates

120 E 56th St 800 Floor 8, New York, New York

(332) 239-6439

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Consultation fee: $300

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

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Industry Payments

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Location & Contact Information

Science & Beauty Associates

120 E 56th St 800 Floor 8

New York, New York 10022

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Office Information

Phone: (332) 239-6439

Where does Dr. Yael Halaas practice?

Doctor's Office

Science & Beauty Associates (Primary)

120 E 56th St 800 Floor 8, New York, New York 10022

(78 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

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Education & Experience

Education

Weill Cornell Medical College

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Double Board Certified
Facs
Super Doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Yael Halaas online?
This information is not available based on the provided context. It's recommended to visit Dr. Halaas' website or contact her office directly to inquire about online appointment scheduling.
Does Dr. Yael Halaas offer telehealth?
This information is not available based on the provided context. Contacting the office directly is recommended for inquiries about telehealth options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Yael Halaas?
Patients rave about Dr. Halaas' skills and results, using phrases like "couldn't be happier," "thrilled with the results," and "turned back the clock." Many appreciate her personalized approach, noting she "took into account my desired result and more than delivered." The positive experience extends beyond the procedures themselves, with patients highlighting the welcoming atmosphere, feeling at ease during treatments, and the absence of bruising in some cases. Several reviews strongly recommend Dr. Halaas and her practice.
What areas of care does Dr. Yael Halaas cater to?
Dr. Halaas specializes in facial plastic surgery and hair restoration. Her services include facelifts, neck lifts, Botox, lip fillers, microneedling, and hair procedures such as Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT). She also offers hair analysis and consultations. Dr. Halaas operates as a medspa, offering a range of aesthetic services. For blepharoplasty, she emphasizes precise marking to ensure optimal skin removal, patient comfort (avoiding dry eye), and nearly undetectable incisions. Her facelift approach includes deep plane techniques to achieve natural, long-lasting results, with incisions meticulously hidden along the hairline and ear creases. For blepharoplasty, Dr. Halaas emphasizes spending almost as much time on precise marking as on the surgery itself, ensuring optimal skin removal, patient comfort (to avoid dry eye), and that incisions are placed to be almost completely undetectable. Dr. Halaas notes that complications from threads in the fox eye area can be severe and often require surgical intervention to address. Dr. Halaas employs an empathetic and patient-focused approach, truly listening to patients, understanding their goals, and combining surgical expertise with cutting-edge technology to ensure they feel comfortable and empowered. She prioritizes open communication, ensuring patients fully understand their options, take ownership of their choices, and feel supported as she advocates for them throughout their beauty journey. This meticulous approach extends to procedures like blepharoplasty, where she spends almost as much time on precise marking as on the surgery itself to ensure optimal skin removal, patient comfort (avoiding dry eye), and that the scar will be completely hidden. Furthermore, she advises caution regarding threads in the fox eye area, noting that complications can be severe and often require surgical intervention.