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Dysport
Dysport is FDA-approved to treat glabellar lines, also known as frown lines, but its botulinum toxin, type A formula also makes it an effective treatment for wrinkles in other areas of the face. It has the same active ingredient as Botox injections but a thinner consistency, allowing it to spread more. This makes it a great choice for large areas like the forehead. The botulinum toxin in Dysport temporarily blocks nerve signals to overactive facial muscles. This prevents muscle contractions and the resulting formation of fine lines and wrinkles.
Your Dysport Treatment
Dysport is a quick, minimally invasive treatment. Most patients find it to be a relatively comfortable treatment, but we can provide a topical numbing cream if desired. Your injector will administer the Dysport with a fine gauge needle at a few different points in the treatment area. The entire procedure only takes about 30 minutes.
Who Can Benefit from Dysport?
Men and women in overall good health who want to treat moderate to severe frown lines or other fine lines like crow’s feet and forehead lines are good candidates for Dysport injections. Dysport is great for both preventing and treating wrinkles to create a more youthful appearance.
Before receiving any botulinum toxin product, you should not have a history of allergic reaction to botulinum or cow’s milk protein or be taking blood thinners. If you are currently pregnant or breastfeeding or have an active skin injection, we will advise you to wait to receive treatment. You will be asked about your medical history and all the medicines you’re taking in more detail at your consultation to determine whether you are a candidate.
Results and Recovery
There is virtually no downtime and recovery after Dysport treatments. The most common side effects are mild redness, swelling, and mild injection site pain and bruising but this will improve within a few days. To prevent the injected Dysport formula from shifting, please refrain from strenuous activity and exercise for 24 hours. You should also be careful when washing your face so that you do not put pressure on the treatment site.
You will start to see improvements in the appearance of your fine lines and wrinkles within 2-3 days, but it can take up to two weeks for the complete results to develop. These results will last an average of 3-5 months and can be maintained with additional treatments.
Request an Appointment
Dysport is a great choice for the temporary improvement of severe glabellar lines, and it will give your skin a more youthful, smoother appearance. Request an appointment today for Dysport treatment by calling our office or filling out an online contact form.
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