Facelift Scars: How Visible Are They?

A facelift is a surgical technique that restores beautiful bone structure to the aging jaw, cheeks, and neck. A good facelift leaves you looking like a younger, more natural, more subtly improved version of yourself- NOT a tightly-pulled, "windblown," different person.

Before (left), after (right). Actual patient of Dr. Devgan

Before (left), after (right). Actual patient of Dr. Devgan

Both men and women can achieve significant improvements from a facelift procedure. An appropriately customized procedure can make a woman appear more feminine and refined, or make a man appear more masculine with a stronger jawline. 

Before (left), after (right). Actual patient of Dr. Devgan

As for the scarring, the modern era of plastic surgery allows scars to be hidden extremely well, so that they are nearly imperceptible, even from a distance of 1-2 inches.

Right (scarring after surgery), Left (scarring 2 months after surgery). Actual patient of Dr. Devgan.

Dr. Devgan hides her incisions in the crease in front of the ear or tragus. She takes care to prevent distortion of the hairline and sideburns, pulling of the ear, and hair loss to ensure a beautiful result.

To learn more about facelifts, please click here. 

Horizontal Neck Lines: What Are They and What To Do About Them

Horizontal necklines are a result of excess fat or drooping skin in the neck area. This creates a build-up of skin that creates folds where these necklines are created. Some feel that these necklines are a sign of aging and aren't flattering on their physique. 

With areas of fat around the neck, patients have the option of liposuction which uses extremely tiny incisions, about half a centimeter in length, to suck out the extra fat. Downtime for any liposuction procedure is minimal and results are immediate.

Dr. Devgan first creates marks in the horizontal necklines for accurate placement of injectables

Another option for horizontal neck lines is to soften them with the use of injectables. Dr. Devgan uses a micro-droplet technique for a natural looking result to reduce the appearance of these lines. 

Here, Dr. Devgan is using her micro-droplet injectable technique

For an excess amount of fat in the neck area, patients seek liposuction, however, micro-droplet injectables are a great option for those seeking minor changes that result in no downtime and soften the overall complexion. 

Before (left), after (right)

To see Dr. Devgan for a consultation, please contact her office at office@LaraDevganMD.com or (212) 452 2400. 

Spotlight of the Week: Gold Infused Collagen Treatment Mask

Dr. Devgan's Gold Infused Collagen Treatment Mask is infused with ingredients like collagen, hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, vitamin B3, natural mulberry extract, and essence of rosebud to soothe and relieve your skin. When the mask is refrigerated, it can also alleviate inflammation with its cooling effects. 

Gold Infused Collagen Treatment Mask

Dr. Devgan with Kim Kardashian in her private practice in New York City

This mask increases the moisture level of the skin and increases collagen production. It also increases the skin's absorption of medically active ingredients and works in conjunction with the platinum Hyaluronic Serum and the Platinum Vitamin C+ Luminous Night Serum, as it improves the effects of these products and the positive benefits they provide for the skin.

Dr. Devgan demonstartes the Gold Infused Collagen Mask on her Snapchat account, nyplasticsurg

This mask is recommended to be worn for a minimum of 30 minutes, however, it can be worn for up to two hours. It can be used three to five times, with approximately five to seven days between sessions, however, the effectiveness of the ingredients may decrease with each use, as these ingredients are most absorptive within the first use. 

To learn more about the Golf Infused Collagen Treatment Mask, please click here. 

Aspiring Surgeons Ask, Dr. Devgan Answers

Dr. Devgan was recently asked by We Lead Surgery to field questions from students interested in careers in surgery, to give them a better sense of her journey. We Lead Surgery is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the advancement of women in surgery, founded by students at the University of California at San Francisco.

Dr. Devgan formally accepting her position as the Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of We Lead Surgery

To see the segment and hear some of Dr. Devgan's answers, please watch the video below. 

In this segment, Dr. Devgan answers the questions of aspiring surgeons and individuals who are curious about what it's like being a female leader in a male-dominated industry.

Dr. Devgan's Non-Surgical Procedures: Butt Augmentation

In Dr. Devgan's private practice in the Upper East Side of New York City, she performs non-surgical butt augmentations using FDA-approved fillers to permanently stimulate the body's own collagen and elastin. This helps patients smooth out dimples, minimize cellulite, and get perky, rounder, fuller buttocks.

A non-surgical butt augmentation uses FDA-approved fillers to stimulate collagen production

The procedure takes about 20 minutes and is done while the patient is awake, like any other routine filler injectable procedure. A non-surgical butt augmentation does not involve any scars, downtime, incisions, or surgery.

An immediate before and after picture following a non-surgical butt augmentation procedure

Before (top), after (bottom)

For the best results, two treatments spaced out at approximately four to six weeks is recommended for the necessary amount of collagen stimulation for a more voluminous and lifted buttocks. 

To see Dr. Devgan as a patient in her private practice in New York City, please contact her office at (212) 452 2400 or info@LaraDevganMD.com.