Both Dysport and Botox are effective in reducing moderate to severe fine lines and wrinkles. The biggest difference is in the formulations of both injectables. Dysport is much more diluted and spreads quickly compared to Botox, making it ideal for larger surface areas, such as the forehead. Botox and Dysport are injectable medications used to treat facial wrinkles and other conditions.
Both brands are made of similar forms of botulinum toxin, but they are composed of different formulas. Dysport is more diluted than Botox, so you may need more units to achieve the same result. However, because it is more diluted, Dysport is better for treating large areas, while Botox is ideal for smaller solutions. In addition, Dysport works a little faster than Botox; patients often report results in as little as 24 hours, compared to 72 hours with Botox.
Naturally occurring toxin blocks nerve signals to muscles, resulting in a smoother, more relaxed face. Botox is exclusive to the US market, while Dysport was used in Europe long before it received FDA approval. Dysport may also be more effective at treating forehead lines because of the ease with which it spreads. Another difference arises in terms of dosage; because Dysport is more diluted, you may need a higher dose than Botox.
Of course, this all depends on how your doctor prepares the dosage amounts. The most significant difference between these two injectable muscle relaxants is the difference in the formula used. Botox uses ONA molecules that are excellent for treating large muscles and deep folds, while Dysport uses ABO molecules that may be better suited for larger surface areas and milder problems. One of the main differences between Dysport and Botox are the areas in which they are approved for use; Dysport is mainly used to correct glabellar lines, the lines between the eyebrows between the eyebrows. Dysport is an excellent choice for those who have moderate to severe expression lines.
Dysport also reacts differently once injected, spreading to a wider area, while Botox remains close to the injection area. If you're treating a large area, such as the forehead, Dysport may be able to spread more, but Botox may be preferred for smaller areas, such as around the eyes. Botox and Dysport are most effective when used on dynamic lines, those that appear when you frown or raise your eyebrows, for example. Dysport and Botox injections temporarily reduce the appearance of wrinkles by relaxing the underlying muscles under the skin. This makes Dysport ideal for treating larger areas, such as the forehead, as fewer injections are needed to treat a larger treatment area. Dysport is believed to have a slightly faster start time than Botox (two to three days compared to three to five).
Both Dysport and Botox are crowd-pleasing wrinkle treatments because they are relatively painless and have an ultra-fast recovery time. Both Dysport and Botox are sometimes used to treat muscle spasms, sweat gland disorders, migraines or TMJ. Botox and Dysport paralyze muscles so they are relaxed, resulting in smoother, younger looking skin. While it's cheaper than Botox, it usually takes twice as many Dysport units to achieve the same result. The effects of Botox can last three to six months, depending on the area being treated and the amount needed to relax the muscle. For clinics that value unit products, you'll find that Dysport's unit price is usually much lower than Botox's unit price; however for a similar treatment outcome, the final cost may be about the same. Many board-certified dermatologists and plastic surgeons administer Botox and Dysport in their offices and are approved in some medi-spas. To minimize potential side effects, icing just after injection greatly minimizes swelling and bruising; stopping certain medications and supplements that increase bleeding in the days before treatment may also reduce the chance of bruising.
