Botox And Dysport

What Are Botox And Dysport?

Botox and Dysport are neuromodulators that are used to significantly reduce moderate to severe wrinkles such as frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines. It is also used to prevent early wrinkles and fine lines from becoming permanent. It is the purified form of botulinum toxin A, which has been FDA approved for cosmetic use to reduce wrinkles. Botox and Dysport are injectable treatments that target the contraction of a muscle and decreases movement which leads to fine lines and wrinkles over time. There are many brands but the most popular are Botox and Dysport, which are very similar products and both provide the same desired result, the appearance of smoother, younger-looking skin.

How Do Botox And Dysport Work?

Over time, contraction (frowning, squinting, smiling) of the muscles leads to more pronounced wrinkles and fine lines in the skin. To improve this, we need a substance to prevent the contraction of the muscle. When injected, Botox and Dysport directly target the nerve signals blocking the ability of the muscle to contract. The results from Botox and Dysport injections can take 5- 14 days to be noticed and can last about 3-4 months.

Scheduling A Botox And Dysport Treatment:

During your consultation, you and your doctor will discuss your personal goals and create a treatment plan that fits your goals and budget. We will review expectations of the treatment as well as what to expect during and afterward. If Botox and Dysport are something that you are interested in pursuing on the day of your consultation, we can perform the treatment the same day.

Since Botox and Dysport can take up to 2 weeks to notice results, we do ask that patients who are new to Botox and Dysport schedule a 2-week follow-up appointment to confirm that desired results were achieved. In the instance that you need a little touch-up, no problem, we will do it quickly that day! Schedule your consultation today!

FAQs About Botox And Dysport

Botox and Dysport injections are recommended 3-4 times per year. Botox and Dysport are great non-invasive, non-surgical options to erase or soften wrinkles and achieve smooth skin.
The total amount of Botox and Dysport needed is based on each person’s skin texture, type, degree of wrinkles present, and the individual’s desired results and facial movements. If you are new to cosmetic treatments at our practice, we require a consultation with one of our physicians to ensure that you receive the most effective and safe treatment to achieve a refreshed and more youthful appearance.
Typically, the Botox and Dysport injections take 10-15 minutes. However, we will take photos on the day of your appointment and we never want to rush so we do ask for you to plan to be in the office for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Yes! Botox is indicated for medically therapeutic uses which extend beyond cosmetic purposes. Botox can be used to treat hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), TMJ, migraines, and bladder dysfunction, among others. In our office, we perform Botox and Dysport treatments only for cosmetic purposes and for excessive sweating (called hyperhidrosis) of areas such as the armpits, hands, and feet.
- Headache (temporary after injections)
- Redness or mild swelling at the injection site (usually resolves within 1 hour after injections)
- Reduction in the movement of the treatment areas
- Pinpoint bruising