Read more about Latisse and Botox
Latisse
the only FDA approved prescription treatment for hypotrichosis used to grow eyelashes, making them longer, thicker, and darker. Eyelash hypotrichosis is another name for having inadequate or not enough eyelashes.
The onset of effect with Latisse solution is gradual. In the clinical trial , the majority of Latisse users saw a significant improvement by 2 months.
Since its FDA approval in December, 2008, Latisse® has become one of the highest rated cosmetic treatments according to consumer surveys. Thanks to proven efficacy, excellent safety record, and enthusiastic support of its user and spokesperson, actress Brooke Shields, Latisse® is now one of the most requested beauty treatments in the U.S. Like many medical breakthroughs, eyelash enhancement with Latisse® had its beginnings as an accidental discovery. The active ingredient in Latisse®, bimatoprost solution has originally been prescribed as eye drops for glaucoma patients. In time, those using this medication discovered that their eyelashes grew longer, thicker and darker. After years of development, Allergan formulated an application method to deliver bimatoprost solution directly to the eyelashes while safely keeping it out of the eye. Such discovery paved the way for development of Latisse®. This prescription-only solution is applied nightly with sterile applicators (provided) to the upper eyelid margin at the base of the eyelashes after make-up removal. In approximately eight weeks, one can expect thicker, longer and darker eyelashes. Our patients are absolutely delighted with the results!
BOTOX
BOTOX® Cosmetic injections represent a truly quick and minimally invasive treatment that is used most commonly for frown lines between the brows, forehead lines and for “crow’s feet”. In a skilled injector’s hands, it can also accomplish a noticeable lateral brow lift and give eyes an attractive, rested, more open appearance! All of this can be achieved with minimal discomfort in about 10 minutes.
The lines that are treated with BOTOX® Cosmetic result from repeat muscle movements over the years. BOTOX® Cosmetic is a purified protein that blocks the nerve impulses reducing the movement of those muscles. With less movement, the surface of the skin gradually smoothes out as the wrinkles begin to fade. It takes up to 7 days following the injections for results to take place and the effect lasts approximately 4 months for most patients.
Since each patient is unique, Dr. Sommerville performs these injections after carefully assessing the involved muscles and determining the amount of BOTOX® Cosmetic to be injected. Her goal is to give you a natural appearance while significantly reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
Botulinum toxin injections can also be used effectively for treatment of long-standing, localized, excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis). The results of a single treatment in the armpits can last over 6 months.
