You might not realize that Botox® is just a brand name of an anti-aging product—similar to Kleenex (tissue), Rollerblades (in-line skates), or Q-Tips (cotton swabs). Botox is so synonymous with “injectable wrinkle treatment” that it has become the primary name that pops into a patient’s mind when they are considering it. However, when some people hear the name Dysport, they draw a blank.

There are actually quite a few different brands of botulinum toxin (the full name of botox), and we won’t get into the full description of what it is here. If you want to learn more about what botox is and how it works, reach more about it here. Most of what is out there about Botox applies to Dysport as well, but we’re here to point out some of the differences to help you decide which one you might want to try.

Reconstitution

The main difference between the two injectables is how they are reconstituted. We understand this probably makes zero sense to most people, so we’ll explain. Dysport and Botox are sort of like two different types of apples: both are apples that simply come in different flavors. In this case, it’s two separate injectable wrinkle treatments that have the exact same active ingredient that get injected with slightly different techniques. The way they are reconstituted (or mixed with the injecting solution by the injector) is somewhat different, but at the end of the day you’re getting the same result.

Dispersement

Dysport will behave (slightly) differently once it’s injected, and it is capable of covering a larger area due to how it disperses itself once injected. So while Dysport works just as well as Botox in any area, you’ll really see Dysport shine when injected into larger areas like masseter muscles (for TMJ) or across forehead lines. Botox moves at a slower pace into the injected area and with its high concentration, you’ll see just as good of a result with less product. 

Effects

Both products yield the same result in that they freeze the targeted muscles for 3—6 months and reduce your expression lines. However, Dysport generally works faster than botox. On average, patients will start to notice Dysport’s effects within 2-3 days, while Botox takes about 5-7 days.

We have patients at our practice who have used both to see which they preferred, and just like any treatment you will have things you prefer and things you don’t. It is possible to mix the two types together or try different brands when you come in for a touch up treatment to find out which one is best for you. 

Interested in trying Botox or Dysport? Call our office today at 561-805-9399 or email us at info@supriyamd.com to schedule an appointment with Dr. Tomar.