Eyelash Enhancement with LATISSE
Latisse
(bimatoprost opthalmic solution)
0.03% is a prescription treatment for hypotrichosis (inadequate or
insufficient eyelashes) used to grow eyelashes, making them longer, thicker and
darker. It was originally a glaucoma medication called Lumigan. After patients
using Lumigan noticed their eyelashes getting long and thick, Allergan studied
it more and had bimatropost FDA approved as an eyelash growth stimulator.
Latisse is the only FDA approved medication/treatment for eyelash
growth-stimulation. The FDA study showed that eyelashes typically grew 25
percent longer, 106 percent thicker and 18 percent darker. In one
clinical trial, patients saw results gradually over time (starting at 4
weeks with full results after 16 weeks).
One bottle of Latisse comes with 60
eyeliner brushes. The directions indicate that you should use 2 brushes per day
(one brush for each eye) and then dispose of the brushes. The bottle and the
brushes will thus last for one month. After 4 or 5 months of daily treatment,
you may be able to use it less often and maintain the desired eyelash enhancement.
While most everyone may want the
look of longer, fuller and darker lashes, not everyone may be right for the
treatment. Dr. Rosen will have to evaluate your medical history to
determine if you are a good candidate. You should not use Latisse if you
have an active eye condition, including an eye infection, or have broken or
irritated skin on your eyelid. A recent medical eye examination within the past
6 months is strongly recommended. This can be done by your present eye Dr. or can be
done by Dr. Rosen. Also, if you are using products for elevated intraocular
pressure, you should only use Latisse after consulting with Dr. Rosen or your
eye doctor.
To find out if Latisse is right
for you, consult Dr. Rosen for an initial evaluation which includes a review of
your medical history, pretreatment photographs, and analysis of possible
contraindications. As part of your consultation, Dr. Rosen will write you
a prescription with 3 refills and discuss the application technique. Lastly,
there will also be post-treatment photographs at a future visit included at no
additional charge.
The cost of the initial consultation
is $125. Follow up visits ( after 4 months) which include writing for refills are $50.
To see a clinical trial of Latisse which documents participants progress click here.
To see video instructions for applying Latisse click here.
Note: New York State law prohibits doctors from selling prescriptions medications out of their office. Only a licensed pharmacy can sell prescription medication in New York State.
Contact lenses should be removed prior to use of Latisse and may be reinserted 20-30 minutes following application.
For more information on Latisse, before/after pictures and application instructions please visit: www.latisse.com
ALBERT C. ROSEN, MD 
972 Broadway
Thornwood, New York 10594
(914) 741-0302
Web Site: www.albertrosen.com
