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Dysport is a prescription neurotoxin injection that is FDA-approved to temporarily improve the look of frown lines between the brows. You may have heard of Botox, which works in a similar way, so here is what to know about Dysport before your next visit to The Bliss Room Medical Spa & Wellness.
Neurotoxin injections such as Botox and Dysport have been used for many years. Many people worry about a “frozen face” look, and your provider will plan the dose with the goal of softening lines while keeping natural expression. Results vary, and the aim is a subtle change.
Dysport temporarily relaxes the muscles that create frown lines between the brows. Your provider will talk with you about where to inject and how much product to use based on your face and goals.
Dysport can soften the appearance of frown lines for several months, although how long results last varies by person. This means most people do not need to come in every few weeks for treatment.
Results typically appear within days of treatment, and your provider can tell you when to plan a follow-up.
Some people ask whether Dysport can keep new lines from forming. Using Dysport to prevent wrinkles is not an FDA-approved use and has not been proven.
If you are wondering when to start, your provider will discuss whether this treatment is appropriate for your goals.
Dysport injections are non-surgical, so many people return to work or daily activities soon after treatment. There are no incisions or stitches, though small bumps, redness, or bruising at the injection sites are possible. Because the appointment is often short, some people schedule it during a lunch break.
If you have had Botox before, you may wonder how Dysport compares. Both are neurotoxins, but they are separate products with their own dosing.
Your provider can talk with you about your treatment history and whether Dysport is a reasonable option for you.
A reasonable worry many people have about injections is the possibility of serious side effects. It is important to understand the risks before any treatment.
Common side effects include redness or soreness at the injection site, headache, and eyelid drooping. Dysport is FDA-approved and carries a boxed warning about the rare spread of toxin effects, so your provider will review the risks with you before treatment.
