Dr. Devgan Presents Her Grid 21 Research at Annual Merz Meeting

Merz North America, a leading aesthetic pharmaceutical company, held their annual Aesthetics Meeting last week, where the company shared their latest research with healthcare professionals and patients alike, showcasing the products within their portfolio. Here, Dr. Devgan presented her data on the Grid 21 Technique, a new approach to forehead and eyebrow shaping using Xeomin.

Xeomin, similar to Botox and Dysport, is a drug commonly used for fine lines and wrinkles in the forehead, crow’s feet, and glabella. However, Xeomin can be used for other cosmetic concerns: creating facial symmetry, shaping the eyebrow, slimming the masseter, upturning the smile, and even elongating the neck. Dr. Devgan’s Grid 21 study specifically explores how the drug can help to shape the brow and forehead.

Dr. Devgan’s study consisted of using the brows and foreheads of her patients to sketch a grid. Because the patient’s unique anatomical features provide the framework, these grids create a map, revealing customized injection sights for every patient. Dr. Devgan can uses the intersections of the grid to create an ideal eyebrow peak between the lateral limbus (edge of the iris) and lateral cants (corner of the eye), complimenting the natural shape of the eye.

"How to Get Rid of Cystic Acne" - Dr. Devgan Offers Expertise to Good Housekeeping

Good Housekeeping’s latest article “How to Get Rid of Cystic Acne,” calls upon medical professionals to offer their knowledge and advice. Cystic acne is different from other forms of acne because of its deep roots within the skin, lengthy irritation, and its ability to expand beyond the face. Dr. Devgan explains, "it occurs when sebaceous material clogs the pores and causes bumpy texture, inflammation, and infection under the skin.” The general causes, however, are genetics, diet, and lifestyle.

Aside from over-the-counter creams and cleansers, chemical peels and steroids can sometimes help with clearing the skin, though not always as effective as more advanced alternatives. Dr. Devgan recommends the IPL (intense pulsed light) photo facial, which uses light to blast bacteria from the skin, and offers considerably quick results. She adds that, “resurfacing lasers and microneedling can be helpful with scarring once the cystic acne has cleared.” Microneedling sends the skin into healing mode, causing it to produce more collagen. For deeper acne scars, Dr. Devgan can inject small amounts of dermal fillers.

Dr. Devgan also mentions the importance of skincare maintenance to avoid breakouts. She provides a list of ingredients to look out for when shopping for cleansers: benzoyl peroxide, salicyclic acid, glycolic and alpha-hydroxy acids, and gentle cleansers, as well as habitual use of a retinoid. Retinoids help to keep pores clean and calm inflammation in the skin. Read the full article here.

"Pre-Wedding Cosmetic Treatments are Reportedly on the Rise" - Dr. Devgan Shares Insight with Yahoo News

Yahoo News recently published the article “Pre-wedding cosmetic treatments are reportedly on the rise”, which brings to light new data released by RealSelf, for which Dr. Devgan is Chief Medical Officer. According to RealSelf, there is a 30% spike in wedding-related reviews from patients in 2019, with specific regard to nonsurgical procedures taking up at least 46% of this spike.

The data released by RealSelf shows that in 2019 breast augmentations and rhinoplasties tie for the most common pre-wedding treatments. Noninvasive fat dissolvers, botox, and fillers are among the most popular nonsurgical pre-wedding treatments. Dr. Devgan has previously noted that increases in cosmetic procedures like these - both surgical and non - can be contributed to an advance in technology, allowing limited commitment, lower costs, and easier recovery.

Having had many patients visit her while amidst their wedding preparations, Dr. Devgan is no stranger to this new trend. However, she notes that the majority of these patients are using their special day to fulfill cosmetic ventures they’ve been mulling over for a long time. "Cosmetic interventions are real medical procedures that require serious thought and consideration. While a major life event such as a wedding might motivate a patient to move forward with a procedure, that individual has likely been contemplating and researching for months or even years leading up to that point,” she adds. Read full article here.

"How Meghan Markle is Influencing Plastic Surgery Decisions" - Dr. Devgan Featured on Vice.

Vice Media recently published a story, featuring the Markle Sparkle beauty trend inspired by the Duchess of Sussex, which seems to be having a major impact on the plastic surgery industry, as many women are using the princess as inspiration in their own cosmetic journey. Right away, Dr. Devgan reveals to us why we’re obsessed with Meghan Markle’s look, “Meghan Markle is a beauty icon because she has so many of the classic symmetrical facial features.” Dr. Devgan’s patient hopes to achieve this symmetry, and a similar facial structure, with dermal fillers and botox.

With dermal fillers in the jawline and cheek areas, Dr. Devgan is able to mirror some of the structural attributes of Meghan Markle for her patient, by creating more definition in these areas. Once the filler is injected in the cheeks, Dr. Devgan utilizes a “lift and sculpt technique, that not only makes the filler smooth and not lumpy or bumpy, but it’s also lifting those malar fat pads back up.” Similarly, the jawline filler will create a more angular and contoured look.

Dr. Devgan also uses botox to smooth out some fine lines in the forehead, glabella, and crow’s feet, creating a more youthful, refreshed look. She begins with softening the eleven lines, the furrows made by frowning. With injectables like fillers and botox, Dr. Devgan is able to create a subtle, contoured look, inspired by Meghan Markle, while simultaneously accentuating the patient’s already beautiful features.

""Everything to Know About Getting a Facelift" - Dr. Devgan Offers Expertise to Yahoo

Yahoo News recently published the article “Everything You Need to Know About Facelifts”, detailing one of the most common plastic surgeries, from pre-op and post-op rules, variations of the procedure, and nuances and innovations of the procedure.   

Though many patients take advantage of noninvasive alternatives to conquer the effects of aging, the facelift is the gold standard for more permanent results. Though facelifts have advanced considerably over the years from simply tightening the skin, to now restoring facial musculature and reviving the youthful appearance of our younger selves, the procedure, unfortunately, cannot stop the aging process. “We can only turn back the clock with a lift, we can’t stop it from ticking,” Dr. Devgan adds.  

Generally, facelifts can be divided into three subcategories: the full facelift, addressing skin sagging and muscle laxity in the mid face and neck regions; the mini facelift, addressing a specific area of the face; and the necklift, addressing sagging and laxity in the jawline, jowls, and neck regions.  One of the popular add-ons to the procedure is eyelid surgery. According to Dr. Devgan, “the facelift can’t fix aging eyes, so it’s very common for patients to do an upper and lower blepharoplasty with their facelift.”  Along with most anti-aging solutions, facelift techniques are constantly progressing.  Doctors predict the future of the procedure to require less downtime, advancement in noninvasive alternatives, and improvements in regenerative medicine. Read the full article here.