Dr. Devgan is a board-certified plastic surgeon in New York City and specializes in both surgical and nonsurgical procedures. Dr. Devgan’s interview with RealSelf discusses why it is important to talk about all previous nonsurgical treatments with your doctor before planning a surgical procedure. Being that Dr. Devgan is a medical expert, her word on the topic is very informative.
It is definitely uncommon in today’s world to see a 50-year-old patient who wants a facelift or necklift who has not yet previously gotten anything done. According to Dr. Devgan, nonsurgical procedures are what “allow someone to look essentially the same between age 30 to 60.” Statistics show that in 2018, “more than 700,000 minimally invasive procedures were enjoyed by those under 30; more than 2.5 million, by those 30 to 39.” While nonsurgical treatments are great, they do leave behind evidence, making it more difficult for plastic surgeons to do his or her job during surgery. Dr. Devgan explains how “operating on previously adulterated tissue does add time, complexity, and nuance to a surgery,” however, “you can still get an excellent result.” Dr. Devgan specializes in facial optimization, and has performed countless injections and surgeries.
It is not uncommon to have patients who begin with injectables and then ultimately get a surgical procedure. This is one of the many reasons why it is important to see a board-certified surgeon for cosmetic procedures, both surgical and nonsurgical. It is very unlikely that you see virgin skin in the operating room, however it is no issue for someone like Dr. Devgan. “Nonvirgin skin may require more patience and savvy in the OR, but in the right hands, it’s hardly a roadblock to surgical success” Dr. Devgan explains. If you are interested in learning more about your options for a surgical procedure or are interested in minimally invasive injectables, feel free to email Office@LaraDevganMD.com or call 212-452-2400. To read the full article, click here.
