What’s Better: Dysport or Botox?
At Advanced Laser Skin Care & Spa in the Warren, MI area, we offer both Dysport and Botox to help you achieve a smoother, more youthful appearance. Both treatments are highly effective, but they have subtle differences that may make one more suitable for you than the other.
In this article we guide you through the similarities and differences between Botox and Dysport, to help you choose the treatment that best fits your needs and aesthetic goals.
Botox or Dysport: Uses
Both Botox and Dysport are injectable neurotoxins that are used to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. When the muscles in our face contract, due to normal facial expressions, squinting, frowning, etc. it causes the skin to wrinkle. Over time these lines and wrinkles become etched in the face. Both Botox and Dysport available at Advanced Laser Skin Care & Spa in the Warren, MI area work by temporarily paralyzing the muscles that are responsible for these lines, resulting in smoother skin.
Not only does stopping the muscle contractions reduce existing lines, furrows, and wrinkles – but it can help prevent new wrinkles from forming!
The most common treatment areas for both Botox and Dysport include forehead lines, frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines or “elevens”), and crow’s feet around the eyes. At Advanced Laser Skin Care & Spa in the Warren, MI area, we also offer the popular “Botox Lip Flip” that relaxes the lip muscles to give the mouth a fuller appearance. Both Botox and Dysport can be used for the “lip flip” procedure.
In addition to cosmetic uses, both Botox and Dysport are effective in treating certain medical conditions such as hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), migraines, and muscle spasms.
Botox or Dysport: Treatment Process
The treatment process for both Botox and Dysport is fairly identical and is relatively quick and straightforward. During your appointment, our skilled and certified Botox and Dysport injectors will use a fine needle to inject the neurotoxin into the targeted muscles. The injections are typically done in a matter of minutes, and the discomfort is minimal, often described as a slight pinch.
After the injections, there is no downtime required with either Botox or Dysport, allowing you to return to your normal activities immediately. It’s important to follow the post-treatment instructions we will provide you, such as avoiding strenuous exercise, sweating, lying down, or touching or rubbing the injection site for several hours, to ensure optimal results.
Botox or Dysport: Differences
While Botox and Dysport are similar in many ways, there are some key differences to consider. Perhaps the biggest difference is the onset of results. Dysport tends to have a quicker onset, with some patients seeing noticeable results in as little as 24 hours – and full results often appearing within 2-3 days. Whereas Botox results can take 3-7 days to become noticeable. For patients with a special event rapidly approaching, the faster results of Dysport are therefore sometimes preferred.
Another significant difference between Botox and Dysport is the diffusion. Due to its molecular structure, Dysport tends to spread more – and therefore is typically better than Botox for covering a larger area. This can be beneficial for treating larger areas like the full forehead. Botox, on the other hand, stays more localized, which can be advantageous for areas of the face requiring precise treatments.
Another difference between these two wrinkle relaxers is the formulations of Botox and Dysport, which are slightly different. Dysport is manufactured with fewer protein additives, which may reduce the risk of developing resistance over time. So, if you have been a Botox patient for a while, and you feel that you aren’t seeing as dramatic results as you once did, you may have developed some tolerance to Botox and might consider Dysport instead!
Botox or Dysport: Longevity
The longevity of results from Botox and Dysport is another important consideration. How long the effects of Botox or Dysport last will vary from patient to patient, depend on many factors – including the location of the injection, as well as the severity of the wrinkles, the dosage used, and patient’s unique, individual metabolism. Treatments in areas that are used a lot – such as the mouth – will generally not last as long as treatments in more static areas such as the forehead.
Botox and Dysport treatments generally last between 3 to 4 months, and in some cases slightly longer. However, the official Dysport website reports that 95% of Dysport users are satisfied with only 2 treatments per year!
Several of our patients at Advanced Laser Skin Care & Spa in the Warren, MI area have also reported that Dysport may last slightly longer than Botox in certain areas.
Regular maintenance treatments are recommended to maintain a youthful appearance – as well as to help prevent new wrinkles from permanently forming.
Botox or Dysport: Cost
The cost of Botox and Dysport treatments can vary based on several factors, including the number of units required and the treatment area. Dysport is typically priced slightly lower per unit than Botox. However, Dysport units are smaller, so in some cases more units may be needed to achieve the same effect.
On the other hand, because Dysport spreads more you may get more widespread results with less product – since Botox tends to stay in one place. And, if you are a patient for whom Dysport lasts longer – and you only need it 2 times per year – the savings can be quite significant.
Consequently, the overall cost for comparable results may be similar in some cases – or Dysport may end up being less expensive. At Advanced Laser Skin Care & Spa, we provide transparent pricing and personalized consultations to help you understand the costs involved and make an informed decision so that every spa treatment fits your aesthetic goals and your budget!
Botox or Dysport: Safety
Both Botox and Dysport are FDA-approved and have been proven safe when administered by trained and certified medical providers, like the skilled injectors at Advanced Laser Skin Care & Spa in the Warren, MI area. The safety profile of both Botox and Dysport are nearly identical.
Botox remains the number one non-surgical cosmetic procedure in the world with over 7.4 million people in the United States receiving Botox treatments. And according to the manufacturer of Dysport more than 2.3 million people in the United States and 100 million people worldwide choose Dysport. The number of patients receiving Botox and Dysport every year speaks to the safety of both injectables.
Common side effects are generally extremely mild and very short-lived for both product, including slight redness, and/or mild swelling or bruising at the injection site. Very rarely, some patients may experience mild headaches or flu-like symptoms. And extremely rarely drooping eyelids or asymmetry may occur, which is typically the result of an unskilled injector, and usually will resolve on its own.
At Advanced Laser Skin Care & Spa in the Warren, MI area, our experienced medical injectors are trained, licensed, and certified and have performed thousands of Botox and Dysport injections. We ensure that every treatment is performed safely and effectively, minimizing the risk of any adverse reactions.
Dysport | Warren, MI Area
Choosing between Botox and Dysport will ultimately depend on several factors, including your individual needs and aesthetic goals. Both treatments are highly effective at reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, but they offer subtle differences in terms of onset, diffusion, and formulation.
At Advanced Laser Skin Care & Spa in the Warren, MI area, we will provide you with a personalized consultation with one of our skilled and experienced injectors, to help you determine which treatment is best for you.
Whether you choose Botox or Dysport, we are dedicated to helping you achieve a more youthful and refreshed appearance, with the safest and longest lasting results at the best prices in the Warren, MI area. Contact Advanced Laser Skin Care & Spa today to schedule your appointment and we’ll help you discover the benefits of these popular wrinkle-reducing treatments, so you can decide which is best for you.
Warren, MI Area Dysport: 586.286.4508
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