Lara's Luminous Laser

Included in Dr. Devgan’s new line of laser treatments, a popular option for patients with facial concerns is the intense pulsed light treatment, or IPL treatment.

An IPL laser treatment can be utilized for a variety of aesthetic facial concerns and dermatologic diseases. Patients looking to treat fine lines, wrinkles, acne, overall rough skin, dull complexion, enlarged pores, brown and red spots, and diffuse overall redness are great candidates for this type of light therapy.

Before the IPL treatment, the patient will cleanse their skin to remove any dirty and oil. The area will then be carefully sterilized using mild alcohol pads and ultrasound gel will be applied. The patient's skin type will assessed and the laser settings will be adjusted appropriately to ensure the best aesthetic results.

During the treatment, a series of light pulses will be administered which may create some slight discomfort. These light “flashes” effectively kill propionibacterium on the face, a causative agent of acne, and reduces redness by treating capillaries in the skin. When the area has been fully treated, the session is complete and the patient may cleanse their face again and expect results in the coming days and weeks.

A single treatment takes anywhere between 10-15 minutes and has no associated downtime. In some cases, patients experience mild redness and swelling that usually resolves in 6-12 hours. If desired, patients may apply moisturizer, make-up, and other topical cosmetics immediately following the treatment. Results can be visibly seen a few days after treatment. Redness should subside, wrinkles may lessen, and acne flare-ups may also decrease. For best results, three to five total sessions are recommended with four weeks between each session.

If interested in IPL or any of the other laser treatments offered at Dr. Devgan’s new 969 Park Avenue location, please call 212.452.2400 or email office@LaraDevganMD.com

Lara's Lasers

Recently, Dr. Devgan began to offer patients a variety of laser treatment options. Laser treatments can address many different concerns such as, tattoo removal, redness, acne, skin facial rejuvenation, and of course, hair removal.

For anyone who may be interested in hair removal, it is applicable to almost all hair and skin types. However, treatment is usually most effective in those patients with fair skin and dark hair. Laser hair removal can be applied in any and all  areas of the body. Most commonly, treatment is performed on the face, chest, back, underarms, legs, pubic area, and even the buttox and arms. Due to high sensitivity and close proximity to the eye, the eyebrows and hair surrounding the eye area of the face are not typically treated.

For best results, it is recommended that patients undergo four to six treatments with sessions usually six to eight weeks apart for 80% removal of unwanted hair. During a consultation with Dr. Devgan, she will meticulously inspect the area of concern to ensure that all unwanted areas of hair are addressed and treated. Before the first and every sequential treatment, it is best that the patients shaves the area of concern as close to the hair follicle as possible 24 hours in advance.

A typical laser hair removal session with Dr. Devgan will vary in length depending on the size of the area and the number of treated areas on the body. For full removal of leg hair, the treatment may take anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes and 15 to 20 minutes for the underarms. Although the level of pain and discomfort varies for every patient, laser hair removal is overall a very tolerable procedure although patients with densely packed hair follicles or darker complexion report more sensitivity. However, Dr. Devgan and her staff ensure every treatment is as enjoyable and comfortable as possible.

Following a laser hair removal treatment, patients may return to their normal every-day lives as there is no associated downtime. Minor swelling and redness may be occur and the patient is encouraged to treat the area gently for the next few hours following the treatment. In all, laser hair removal is a great option for those that are tired of shaving those pesky areas of the body. If you are interested in consulting with Dr. Devgan or have any questions regarding laser hair removal, please do not hesitate to call 212.452.2400 or email office@LaraDevganMD.com.

PRP for Hair Loss

Alopecia, or hair loss, is a concern that affects many men and women. Alopecia has its roots in a variety of etiologies. People experience hair loss as a result of aging, stress, hormonal fluctuations, vitamin deficiencies, autoimmune or inflammatory factors, and unknown reasons.

Many interventions have been studied for hair loss to varying degrees of success, but one of the most promising modalities is injection of PRP into the soft tissues of the scalp. PRP, or platelet rich plasma, is a translucent gold substance that is derived from the blood, after it is spun in a centrifuge. PRP contains growth factors that ramp up stem cell production in hair-producing cells. By injecting PRP into the scalp, patients experience: 1) a slower rate of hair loss, 2) improved retention of existing hairs, and 3) increased growth of new and quiescent hairs.

PRP has become a popular treatment modality because it is minimally invasive, quick, and effective. Three to six treatments are recommended over a 6 month period. Results are best when PRP is combined with multivitamins, folate, biotin, and sometimes topical agents such as minoxidil or Rogaine.

Dr. Devgan Featured in RealSelf Video for Facelifts

Dr. Devgan considers one of her specialties facelifts. She enjoys the procedure because of subtle, yet transformative results. Recently, she appeared in a video for RealSelf on considerations for facelifts.

Watch the video by following this link: https://www.realself.com/video/natural-facelift-considerations#.WfsmAmhSxnI

A facelift is a surgical technique that restores beautiful bone structure to the aging jawline, cheeks, and neck. Dr. Devgan focuses on resuspending the muscular substructure and re-draping the skin of the face and neck to achieve lasting, natural results. A good facelift leaves you looking young, not stretched. Her focus is on subtle, elegant results.

Facelifts in the top five most commonly performed plastic surgical procedures in America, with many people seeking to rejuvenate the appearance of their middle and lower face, as well as their neck.

This surgery is for men and women as well as all demographic backgrounds. Dr. Devgan will take a customized approach to ensure your results are tailored to your desires. A concern for men is that this procedure will cause femininity; however, this is a misconception as when properly performed the jawline can be more masculine with a stronger jawline.

To see Dr. Devgan as a patient for a face lift please call 212.452.2400 or email office@LaraDevganMD.com.

Dr. Devgan Featured on RealSelf for breast augmentation

Dr. Devgan was recently featured by RealSelf for breast augmentation considerations. Dr. Devgan, an expert in various fields of plastic surgery, regularly performs breast augmentation as it is both the leading plastic surgery procedure in the nation and in her practice.

Follow the link to watch to the video: https://www.realself.com/video/breast-augmentation-considerations

Just after the procedure (approximately 1 day), breast implants will set in a high and full position. By the end of the first week, typically patients see the breast implant settling. It generally take 3-4 months before having a full, natural teardrop shape.

Dr. Devgan utilizes a round shaped implant. There is also an implant called an anatomical shaped implant. A study was done with plastic surgeons, nurses, and other medical personnel in order to understand if the anatomical shaped implant and round implant could be differentiated once implanted in situ (in the body) by those with a trained eye. The study showed there was no significant difference in trained eyes visualizing the variance between patients having round implants or teardrop implants.

While there is no positive impact of having anatomical breast implants over round implants, there are negative effects. Anatomical implants are textured implants. In a previous post (http://laradevganmd.com/blog/2017/10/27/dr-devgan-featured-in-the-miami-herald-on-risk-of-alcl-with-breast-implants), Dr. Devgan discussed the newest information on textured implants and the correlation of ALCL, a rare form of lymphoma. Not only is there a concern for cancer with textured implants, but the product can settle radially after years thereby cause the breast to look misshapen.

While Dr. Devgan is more particular about utilizing round shaped implants, whether silicone implants or saline (salt) implants. She will utilize at minimum an hour of planning for an operation. In order to prepare, Dr. Devgan tailors each procedure using anatomic measurements, a patient’s ideal goals, and patient history. Once in the OR, Dr. Devgan utilizes her signature rapid recovery, no-touch technique to ensure patient safety and minimal downtime.

To see Dr. Devgan as a patient for breast augmentation, please call the office at 212.452.2400 or send an email to office@LaraDevganMD.com.