Dysport® & Botox®
When wrinkles on the forehead and around the eyes begin to form, surgery may seem a bit drastic. Luckily, Dysport or Botox injections are non-surgical anti-aging alternatives that are a great option for many people.
Botox and Dysport are very similar but have a few subtle differences in their effect. They both have the same active ingredient and are botulinum injectables that work on wrinkles caused by repeated muscle activity, such as the frown lines that form between the eyebrows and crow’s feet wrinkles. The injections reduce some of this muscle activity so that the skin can relax and become smoother over time.
This quick procedure is very safe and well tolerated.
Dr. Rodwell thank you for fixing the lines on my face that bothered me so much!! This was my first time ever doing anything like that and it was definitely well worth it.
For lines and wrinkles that are a result of lost volume rather than muscle activity, dermal fillers are recommended. Many patients have Botox or Dysport in addition to fillers to smooth a number of facial wrinkles.
Why consider Dysport or Botox?
Dysport and Botox can:
- Smooth vertical frown lines between the eyebrows
- Improve horizontal forehead wrinkles
- Reduce the “crow’s feet” lines around the eyes
- Improve wrinkles around the mouth and neck bands in carefully selected patients
Dr. Rodwell’s Approach to Dysport and Botox
Dr. Rodwell approaches Dysport or Botox injections with the attitude that the results should not look frozen but instead should soften your appearance and provide long-term prevention of deep wrinkles. You should look better and more rested but not as though you have had a cosmetic procedure.
While a fine needle is used, and the injections are not significantly painful, a topical anesthetic can be applied. This will make your appointment last a little longer, as the anesthetic cream must take effect before Botox or Dysport is administered. The vast majority of patients find that numbing cream is not necessary.
Botox and Dysport are very similar but not exactly the same. After your consultation and examination, Dr. Rodwell will recommend the one he feels is best for you. Dr. Rodwell performs all injections himself.
Patients deserve a better experience, and my goal is to exceed their expectations every time.
What to Expect After Dysport or Botox Injections
We advise patients to avoid strenuous exercise on the same day following a treatment, but other than that you are free to resume your normal activities. It is uncommon, but some patients might see a small bruise at some of the injection sites for a few days. Usually there are just some tiny red marks that go away within about 30 minutes.
The full effects of the injections show up within one to two weeks, and the average dose lasts approximately 3 to 4 months. Occasionally, a small touch up may be needed after everything kicks in. This is especially true in areas like the forehead lines over the eyebrows where the smallest amount can make a big difference.
There is never any charge for doing a small touch up injection. We would rather under do it and add a little bit more instead of having you look overdone by using too much.
If you are considering Dysport or Botox injections in Charleston, contact Dr. Rodwell today to discuss your candidacy.
