Dysport®

Dysport® is a botulinum toxin type A neurotoxin, like BOTOX® Cosmetic, but it is a distinct prescription product with its own formulation and dosing. It works by temporarily reducing the nerve signals that cause targeted facial muscles to contract and create expression lines. Dysport® is FDA approved to temporarily improve moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows in adults younger than 65.

Who is it for?

Dysport® may be appropriate for adults younger than 65 who want to soften noticeable frown lines caused by repeated facial movement. Our providers will evaluate your facial anatomy, muscle movement, treatment history, and cosmetic goals to determine whether Dysport® is right for you.

Do not receive Dysport® if you are allergic to cow’s milk protein, have an infection at the planned injection site, or have had an allergic reaction to Dysport®, one of its ingredients, or another botulinum toxin product. Tell your provider if you have a muscle or nerve disorder, difficulty swallowing or breathing, bleeding problems, or if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

What is treatment like?

Dysport® is administered through a series of small injections into the targeted muscles. Treatment generally takes about 10–20 minutes and requires little to no downtime. Temporary tenderness, swelling, redness, or minor bruising may occur around the injection sites.

Tell your provider about all medications, vitamins, and supplements you take, particularly those that may increase bruising. Do not stop a prescribed medication unless instructed by the healthcare professional who prescribed it.

What are the results?

Many patients begin noticing improvement within two to three days. The treated muscles gradually relax, causing frown lines to appear smoother, with results that may last up to approximately four months. Individual results will vary.