Prescription Dysport® injectable is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved treatment for temporarily lessening or eliminating moderate-to-severe frown lines between the eyebrows. Like BOTOX® Cosmetic, Dysport injectable is placed directly into the muscle underneath a furrow, weakening the muscle to the point where it cannot contract.
Applications for Dysport Injectable
Cosmetically, Dysport injections are used to treat the following:
- Forehead furrows
- Frown lines
- Crow's feet
- Skin bands on the neck
Dysport Injectable Procedure and Results
Using a very fine needle, Dysport injectable is placed directly into facial muscles that are causing furrows and lines. No anesthetic is required, but some doctors choose to numb the area to be injected with ice packs or a topical anesthetic cream. Results can usually be seen within a few days of treatment, and typically last up to 3-4 months, although areas that are treated on a regular basis may retain results longer.
Candidates for Dysport Injectable
Candidates for Dysport injectable are "adults less than 65 years of age" who want "temporary improvement in the look of moderate-to-severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines)." It may not be suitable for those with the following:
- Allergies to Dysport injectable or its ingredients
- An allergy to cow's milk protein
- Very weak muscles in the treatment area
- Inflammation or infection in the area to be injected
Anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding, or has a neuromuscular disease, should not receive Dysport injectable.
How to prepare for the procedure
. Schedule your injectable appointment 4 weeks prior to a special event such as a wedding or a vacation to allow for complete healing and optimal results.
. Results from Botox injections will take approximately 7 to 14 days to appear. Mild bruising and/or swelling may also be visible during this time period.
. Reschedule your appointment at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance if you find a rash, cold sore, or blemish in the treatment area.
. If you have a history of cold sores, please let us know. We may elect to put you on an anti-viral medication prior to treatment.
. Avoid if possible anti inflammatory medications and blood thinners for 7 days prior to the appointment.
. Avoid wine for 24 hours prior to the appointment.
. Do take arnica pills 3 days prior if you bruise easily.
. Come with a clean face, ie. Without make up if possible.
Post Dysport Care
. No touching, rubbing or applying pressure (massage) to the treated area for 48 hours.
. No workout till 24 hours post injections.
. No laying down for 4 hours post injections.
. No alcohol for 24 hours post injections.
. No make up for 12 hours post injections.
. Do not receive facial, laser treatments, or microdermabrasion after Botox injections for at least 14 days.
. It can take approximately four (4) to seven (7) days for results to be seen with full results by day 14. It is important to keep your follow up appointment. If you would like more areas treated, or desire additional Botox, please schedule an appointment. We would be happy to give you a price quote.