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Botox® | Before and After
What’s the Difference Between Botox® and Dysport®?
Botox® and Dysport® work similarly. These molecules contain biologic processor proteins wrapped around the active part of the toxin. However, the proteins are different in these two molecules. They come from different strains: one from America, one from Britain. The proteins protect the toxin and to keep it working. Because these proteins affect the way the toxin works, the way the injections are measured and the way it diffuses in the skin varies.
Most patients can’t tell the difference between a Botox® injection and a Dysport® injection. Some studies show that Dysport® may last longer around the eyes. Dysport® also diffuses more evenly through the skin. Because it spreads out more, some consider Dysport® to have a softer look. These differences won’t be visible to most people; however, doctors may choose one over the other depending on how and where they plan to use the injections.
Although used for very similar results, they have a few minor differences. Dysport® gives a softer look, hurts a little less, and costs a little less too. Botox®, however, works better between the eyebrows (the glabella) because it doesn’t spread as much as Dysport®.
Otherwise, the procedures are the same. They both require injections and a series of treatments with a similar level of discomfort.
What Botox® Can and Can’t Do
Botox® makes lines go away. The deep-etched lines take a few more treatments before they disappear, but eventually they will fade. Botox® won’t make you happy, fix your marriage, or find you a job. But, if you’re looking to make your wrinkles disappear, it can definitely do that!
Will My Face Look Frozen?
Frozen facial expressions are the results of someone who has been overmedicated. An experienced professional won’t let this happen. Your doctor should recommend an amount of Botox® or Dysport® that reduces movement enough to eliminate lines without freezing your muscles completely.
We like to see our patients again after two weeks to evaluate their results. If they need a higher dose, we can give them more or just make notes about individual preferences for any future injections.
If you’ve hesitated to call your dermatologist about Botox® or Dysport®, there’s no need to worry. An experienced professional will tell you which injection will work best for your needs and how much you need. If your goal is to remove lines, these injections will do just that!
Botox® Do’s and Don’ts
DO Talk With the Receptionist
Before you make your appointment, ask the receptionist these questions to know what to expect from the treatment:
- Does this office do a lot of Botox® or Dysport® treatments? Or is this something they just do on the side?
- Is the doctor a dermatologist?
- Is the dermatologist primarily cosmetic?
- Who does the treatments? Does the doctor or nurse inject the Botox®?
As you find out this information, remember that a dermatologist is best trained to care for the skin. A lot of places offer Botox® or Dysport®, but it’s best to seek care from someone who’s an expert in treating skin conditions.
DO Follow Post-Treatment Instructions
- Exercise your face muscles for about two hours after treatment. Make expressions that move your eyebrows, mouth, and forehead. Scrunch your face, frown, smile, and raise your eyebrows.
- Don’t wear a hat on the day of the procedure.
- Skip your workout for the day.
DO Follow a Treatment Schedule
You’ll see the best results if you stay on a regular treatment schedule. When movement returns to the treated areas, make an appointment to get your next injections before those lines return too.
DON’T Get Botox® in Only One Area
Botox® in one area is a bad deal. With Botox® or Dysport®, less does not equal more. If you want the treatment, get the glabella, forehead, and eye area done together. If you just have one place done, then part of your face will move while the other part doesn’t.
Not only does it look funny, but it also creates more lines. When people say, “I had Botox®, but my lines got worse,” it’s because the differences in movement from one part of the face to another caused lines to form. You can’t expect good results from half a treatment.
DO Ask How Many Units You Need
Most people need about 40 units of Botox® or 100 units of Dysport®. When used around the eyes, the glabella, and the forehead, this amount inhibits movement enough for lines to disappear, but not so much that you look frozen.
Some people need a little more. We ask those people to come back two weeks later – if they need it, we give them a bit more at that two-week visit. Then we make a note to adjust the number of units for the next treatment.
