I am so thrilled to see my skin care line featured in Avenue Magazine's "Trendscapes" column this month (above). Avenue's beauty editors featured a powerhouse combination of four scientifically proven products-- Platinum Glow Serum, Platinum Hyaluronic Serum, Platinum Vitamin C+ Luminous Night Serum, and Platinum Eye Repair Complex-- that will give you a total skin makeover over the course of 4 weeks.
Can you combine breast and body surgery?
Actual patient of Dr. Devgan, before and 1.5 months after tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) and breast lift (mastopexy).
Many body contouring patients in my practice are interested in multiple operations. The most common areas of concern are the breasts and the abdomen. This makes sense, as these two anatomic regions tend to bear the brunt of weight gain and loss, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and gravity.
How do we decide whether or not operations can be combined? The main factor in determining whether or not breast and body surgery can be perfored in the same setting is patient safety. Consideration of the amount of time required for a given operation, an individual's medical history, and the surgical goals of a particular operation are all factors.
Plastic surgeons typically try to keep elective operations under 5-6 hours in length. In my practice, I prefer to keep total operative time under 3.5 hours. Research shows that shorter operations have a lower risk of infection, blood clots, and anesthesia issues. In my practice, this is paramount.
Within this framework, I am able to combine breast and body operations in select patients, as in the weight loss patient above, who underwent breast lift (mastopexy) and tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) with excellent results.
For inquiries about body contouring, weight loss plastic surgery, mommy makeover, or other combination operations, please call my office at 212-452-2400, or email info@LaraDevganMD.com.
Demystifying labiaplasty
Cosmetic rejuvenation of the female genitalia has been a taboo subject for so long that speaking about it openly and accurately remains a challenge, even within some segments of the medical community. I have had labiaplasty patients tell me that their OB-GYN or internist told them that nothing could be done to help them. I find this disheartening.
Labiaplasty, when performed by skilled hands, is a short procedure with minimal downtime that can utterly change a woman's life. Whether your concern is excess of the labia minora (inner labia lips), sagging of the labia majora (outer labia lips), protrusion of the clitoral hood (the front tissue), or looseness of the perineum (the tissue between the vagina and anus), a custom-tailored operation based on your anatomic needs is possible.
A few examples of recent labiaplasty patients are shown below. To set up an appointment to see me and discuss this operation, please call 212-452-2400 or email info@LaraDevganMD.com.
Actual patient of Dr. Devgan, before and after labiaplasty.
Actual patient of Dr. Devgan, before and after labiaplasty.
Actual patient of Dr. Devgan, before and after labiaplasty.
Actual patient of Dr. Devgan, before and after labiaplasty.
Abdominal Liposuction for Refinement of the Six-Pack
Actual patient of Dr. Devgan, before and after abdominal etching of the six-pack and flanks (abdominal liposculpture/ liposuction)
Many patients who are already fit desire additional contouring of their physiques to look their absolute best in outdoor, athletic, beach, and intimate situations. For patients in this category, liposculpture, or abdominal liposuction for refinement of the six-pack can be an excellent option.
Depending on your unique anatomic concerns, surgery takes approximately 1 hour, and anywhere from 1 to 5 Liters of fat lipoaspirate can be removed. Incisions (including the main incision, which is hidden inside the belly button) are intentionally camouflaged, and typical incisions are no more than half a centimeter long.
After surgery, you wear an abdominal binder (a tight garment that keeps firm pressure on your midsection) and resume your normal activities when you feel ready. Many patients are able to go back to work in 1-3 days. Swelling takes time to resolve, but by 2-3 weeks after surgery, you will already begin to see your results. Every week thereafter, you will note additional improvement, until about 6 months, when all of the swelling is gone.
For attractive abs in time for summer beach season, I advise patients to plan 6 to 8 weeks in advance for their surgeries. For inquiries, please call 212-452-2400, or email info@LaraDevganMD.com.
Actual patient of Dr. Devgan, before and after abdominal etching of the six-pack and flanks (abdominal liposculpture/ liposuction)
Actual patient of Dr. Devgan, before and after abdominal etching of the six-pack and flanks (abdominal liposculpture/ liposuction)
Get gorgeous eyelashes for spring
Before and after Latisse, image credit Allergan
Before and after Latisse, image credit Allergan
Before and after Latisse, image credit Allergan
Before and after Latisse, image credit Allergan
Beautiful eyelashes go with everything-- they brighten up the face and make the eyes look pretty, flirty, and feminine.
The above images show actual patients before and 16 weeks after using Latisse, a prescription-only serum that lengthens and thickens the eyelashes. These women are not wearing makeup, eyeliner, or mascara in any of these photos.
Latisse is a liquid that is applied to the upper eyelash margin with a tiny paintbrush once a day. It begins to work as early as one month, but full results are evident at 4 months. Daily use is required to preserve lash length. Latisse is FDA-approved and manufactured by Allergan, the same company that makes Botox and Juvederm. It has a proven track record for safety and efficacy.
I have been using Latisse for years, so I feel very comfortable recommending it to my patients, with authenticity. If you are interested in trying Latisse, please call 212-452-2400 or email info@LaraDevganMD.com to make an appointment.
