Dysport®

Dysport is an FDA-approved neurotoxin, a type of injectable that blocks nerve signals that would otherwise tell a facial muscle to contract. With certain muscles more relaxed, the skin above can stay smooth. Dysport uses the same active ingredient as Botox, but with small differences, making them both suitable for different situations. Dysport is often used to treat larger areas because of its more diffuse formulation.

• Frown Lines: These vertical creases form between the eyebrows when you concentrate or squint. Dysport is FDA-approved specifically for these lines and relaxes the muscles that pull the brows inward and downward.
• Forehead Lines: Because it spreads so well, Dysport can also be useful for the horizontal lines that develop on the forehead from raising your eyebrows.
• Crow’s Feet: These fine lines that fan out from the corners of the eyes can be softened with Dysport while allowing you to keep your natural smile.
• Other Lines and Wrinkles: Dysport can also be used off-label for other lines such as bunny lines, chin dimpling and neck bands.

• Schedule 2-4 weeks ahead of special events. This gives your skin time to heal and allows the full results to appear.
• Avoid blood thinners. Medications or supplements that thin the blood can increase bruising after injections. Check with your doctor if you are on prescription blood thinners.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol. Both can increase bruising and swelling after injections.
• Discontinue products with active ingredients. Products with retinol or harsh acids should be paused before and after treatment.
• Come with clean skin. Remove makeup and other products from your skin before arriving for a clean, treatment-ready surface.

The number of injections given varies by treatment area. Your provider will examine the movement of your muscles and the location of wrinkles, and then place injections at specific points in the muscles. We use a fine needle, and the injections take just a few minutes.

• Stay upright for four hours. Staying in an upright position helps the medication to stay in the intended area.
• Avoid facial massage or treatments. Do not rub the treated area or receive other treatments like facials for several days after Dysport.
• Avoid heavy exercise. This includes heavy lifting or intense cardio.
• Avoid heat. Hot tubs, saunas, hot showers and more in the hours after Dysport treatments can affect results.
• Use gentle products. Continue avoiding any harsh cleansers or strong ingredients while the injection points heal.