Can Use of Latisse Affect Upper Eyelid Surgery Results

Question

I had upper eyelid surgery a year ago. I have been using Latisse for four months and have gotten great results. My only concern is can the use of Latisse over the long term in any way affect the results of my upper eyelid surgery by making my eyelids sag again or by affecting my eyelid skin? Can Latisse make the eyelids droop? Thank you.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Latisse has not been shown to cause sagging of the eyelids. It can darken the skin in the area or cause irritation, however.

Harold J. Kaplan, MD · Answer

As the panel members indicated, there is no reason for concern short or long-term in using Latisse following an upper lid blepharoplasty. 

	This is a nice product to complement your surgery outcomes.

Kenneth Dembny, II, MD · Answer

Latisse is indicated for the treatment of hypotrichosis, having inadequate lashes. Latisse has been shown to make eyelashes longer, thicker, and darker. Latisse will not affect the results of your eyelid surgery. But I’ll bet Latisse has made your eyes look even better by improving your lashes.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

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	The Latisse has an established track record for safety.  There is absolutely no reason for you to be concerned that it will undo the effects of your recent eyelid surgery.

Ali Sepehr, MD · Answer

Dear Latisse user,

	Latisse has a long track record of use and is relatively safe.  It increases the length of time before eyelashes fall out, allowing them to get longer, thicker, and darker.  It can cause a little darkening of the skin at the lash line which is thought to mostly be reversible if the medication is stopped.  It does not have other side effects on the eyelids, therefore, it will not affect the results of the eyelid lift.

Can Use of Latisse Affect Upper Eyelid Surgery Results

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