DR. DEVGAN GIVES HER TAKE ON WHY PEOPLE WANT TO IMPROVE THEIR PERSONAL WELL-BEING IN 2019

More than four in five U.S. adults want to improve their personal well being or appearance in 2019. 36 percent are considering cosmetic treatments according to a new RealSelf survey. 33 percent of adults are considering non surgical treatments and 22 percent are considering surgical procedures in 2019. Women, specifically millennials ages 18 - 34 and parents with children under the age of 18.

"People want to make positive changes in their lives and take steps to look as good as they feel," says Dr. Devgan who is RealSelf Chief Medical Officer and board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. Devgan shares how the survey reinforces the trends she and colleagues have been observing on RealSelf. Dr. Devgan has also been seeing adults in their 20s and 30s in her own practice prioritizing self-care. Some view cosmetic treatments as part of their holistic health and beauty routine. New technologies and invasive treatment options enter the market ever year while procedures are becoming more accessible.

RealSelf is the leading online marketplace for people to learn and share experiences about cosmetic procedures and connect with the right providers. Millions of people from around the world visit RealSelf each month to browse patient reviews, before and after photos, and medical expert answers to discover which treatments and providers live up to their promise of being "Worth It." From simple skincare to emerging nonsurgical technologies to highly considered cosmetic surgeries, RealSelf makes it easy to get the insights needed to make smart, confident decisions and find the right provider. 

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DR. DEVGAN FEATURED IN OK! MAGAZINE AS A LEADING LIP EXPERT

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons lip injections have increased 60 percent since 2000. As Dr. Devgan states, “lip injections have also resulted in demand for a procedure that delivers a more permanent fullness with no upkeep. For a Kylie Jenner look, five to six syringes, which only last about six months, can be an expensive proposition”. The lip obsession is evolving.

What is Dr. Devgan’s solution to this problem? The lip lift, a surgical procedure that increases vertical height of the top lip. This procedure is a great option for the clients who have lips getting thinner due to age. It is also a great option to consider if you do not want to be dependent on fillers or have “duck” looking lips.

Patients are tired of repeat injections and want something more long lasting and uniform. You can also look into getting the lip lift procedure done by using RealSelf. If you haven’t heard, RealSelf is a community-driven website composed of reviews, popularity rankings, and other general information about aesthetics medicine and cosmetic treatments. The site design allows users to ask questions to doctors, write treatment reviews, and share photos of their experiences.

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DR. DEVGAN FEATURED IN ALL ABOUT THE TRUTH EXCLUSIVE

Kyle Richards has been accused of getting surgery done in the past but in most recent claims fans and foes are accusing the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star of getting a mini- face lift! Kyle Richards looks have changed over the years and fans are questioning what her secret is. The Bravolebrity has admitted she under went a nose job in 2006.

In a recent Instagram post Kyle revealed she has treatments like botox and lasers done. Kyle later revealed that PRP treatment on her face and lasers is what keeps her looking young and fresh. Dr. Devgan explains that a PRP treatment is a Platelet- rich Plasma protein that is extracted from the patients own blood. The patient's blood is inserted into a centrifuge to separate the red blood cells from the plasma. Platelet- rich Plasma is a clear, yellow fluid that has an increased concentration of growth factors than regular blood. It is used to encourage healing the growth and is also known as "liquid gold."

Platelet-rich plasma has been praised as “liquid gold” for its all the benefits it has for the skin. The plasma is the important component which contains a high concentration of platelets, stem cells, and growth factors. After filtering out the blood cells, you are left with a yellowish liquid full of plasma and a higher than normal amount of platelets.The PRP can then be injected like a dermal filler into the patient’s face, or it can be used with micro needling! You may have heard of micro needling with PRP before, as it is commonly referred to as the “vampire facelift.”

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IS DERMAL MICRO- CORING THE NEW NON- SURGICAL FACELIFT ?

Over the last 20 years machines and injectables has risen. Though machines are still popular for surgeries, how can one resist a non-surgical armamentarium: a powerful way to lift and tighten the skin. Non surgical procedures mean little to no down time and who can fault that!? A Boston- based biotech company called Cytrellis comes the world's first ever dermal micro-coring device.

This is an energy- free needling tool that mechanically drills out minuscule columns of skin- each less than half a millimeter in diameter. This shrinks the surface area of your overall skin. Unlike a facelift, micro-coring does not affect the muscles or fascia of the face. The main goal of a surgery other than trimming away skin is to hoist the fallen skin to recapture a more youthful version of your face. Micro- coring might just be the new non surgical facelift.

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THE TOP PLASTIC SURGEONS SHARE THEIR SKIN ROUTINES

Plastic surgeons don’t mess around when it comes to their own complexions! Skin care is one of Dr. Devgan’s non-negotiable self care habits. We should all take notes! Dr. Devgan along with many others in her field tell us about their attentive skin-care routines and must have treatments.

We are getting the inside scoop from morning to night! Dr. Devgan is not only the founder of her own practice in New York City, a wife and mother of 6 children, and the Chief Medical Officer of RealSelf but she is also the CEO of Dr. Devgan Scientific Beauty. She has an array of skincare products she uses every day to keep her skin staying beautiful and glowing.

Dr. Devgan’s complexion stays glowing with her own medical- grade- skin-care line. She swears by the Platinum Revitalizing Cleanser, Platinum Hylauronic Serum, Platinum Eye Repair Complex, and the Platinum SPF 45 Daily Tinted BB Cream. During the evening Dr. Devgan ends her day with the Platinum Vitamin C+, Platinum Glow Serum and The Neck’s Best Thing.

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HOW USING SOCIAL MEDIA TO FIND COSMETIC SURGEONS HAS GONE GLOBAL

There are hundreds of visually based social media accounts that cater to the plastic surgery industry. Many high profile surgeons have marketed themselves through Instagram and Snapchat.  It is incredible how social media has even made its way into the operating rooms of surgeons! Consenting patients and surgeons are sharing these uncensored, graphic videos of going under the knife. It has become a popular trend to put in a specific hashtags like #drdevgan to search and find the latest beauty trends and operations. It has become a an effective marketing strategy to reach new clients. It is incredible how platforms like Instagram make it fun and easy to control and show the world your content. 

By sharing photos and videos of surgical procedures and final results, surgeons like Dr. Devgan have built a monumental following of people who regularly check and engage in their content. This has positively influenced the growth in popularity of surgeons. Ten years ago patients would bring in a magazine photograph of a super model or celebrity and now people are bringing in Instagram filtered photos of themselves.

Dr. Devgan agrees that it is a great way to market yourself but like anything else there are pros and cons to using social media to find your surgeon. Social media is unregulated, which makes it hard to thoroughly and diligently make sure what you are seeing is safe and accurate. We must be careful when watching certain doctors and surgeons who are not board-certified like Dr. Devgan and many of her colleagues. There are plenty of questionable characters abusing the lack of regulation online. Dr. Devgan herself has had her photos and videos stolen! 

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DR DEVGAN FEATURED IN VICE ARTICLE: HOW SNAPCHAT DYSMORPHIA IS TAKING OVER PLASTIC SURGERY

MTV’S “True Life” one of the first reality television shows to air is coming back after 21 years! Why? Our social media obsessed society has decided that the Kardashian clan is what defines 2019 beauty standards. The first episode of the the Emmy award- winning reality show focuses on people obsessed with looking like the Kardashians. Women are feeling pressured to have a big butt and fake breasts.

Plastic surgery and procedures have evolved dramatically over the decades. In the past people did not feel as comfortable being open about wanting cosmetic plastic surgery. Now, in 2019 celebrities like Kylie Jenner and Kim Kardashian have paved the way for society to be open and confident regarding cosmetic surgeries and procedures.

According to Dr. Devgan there is less guilt about undergoing procedures. “Five or 10 years ago, people might have brought in pictures of a magazine cover supermodel. Now, they're bringing in pictures of themselves, but just in a slightly optimized way." In a report by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons scientists have called “Snapchat dysmorphia” one of the reasons plastic surgery is steadily increasing. The most popular being the Brazilian butt lift. This focuses on enhancing the overall size, shape, and perkiness of the backside.

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DR. DEVGAN MAKES REAL SELF HALL OF FAME AND MOST ENGAGED AESTHETIC DOCTORS!

In order to make it to the RealSelf Hall of Fame you must comply with phenomenal patient ratings while providing valuable insights in response to consumer questions and cosmetic treatments. This can range from minimally invasive technologies to  actual surgical procedures. These impressive doctors are ranked in earning patient reviews, answering consumer questions and sharing before and after photos. This group of doctors are being recognized due to their consistent practices and high standards.

For those of you who do not know, RealSelf is the leading online marketplace to learn about cosmetic treatments while connecting with medical aesthetic doctors. It is a great way to filter out concerns and find the exact treatment you are looking for! The RealSelf announced the debut of the RealSelf Hall of Fame which honors more than 1,000 board- certified aesthetic doctors from over 400 cities. It is basically a ZocDoc for cosmetic treatments and procedures! Dr. Devgan is one of many who have fulfilled these requirements.

As technology improves, patients are more open to sharing their experiences regarding procedures and surgeries. Millions of people from around the world visit RealSelf each month to scan through patient reviews and photos which ultimately makes it easier for the patient to narrow down the search for what they want! At the end of the day, you should always feel confident in the decision you are making and RealSelf is the perfect tool to help you achieve this.

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