Dysport vs. Botox

Dysport is a new product, similar to Botox, that has shown to smooth out wrinkles and expression lines revealing beautiful, youthful skin. In fact, both Dysport and Botox injections are made from the same protein, Botlulinum Toxin A, and are both approved by the FDA. They are also similar in the way they are administered and in their results as well. So, are they any differences between the two products? The answer is yes. While the two products are very similar, there are a few differences:

1. Dysport might be slightly faster acting. Both have similar mechanisms, but some patients seem to have a faster response with Dysport. Dysport reportedly takes effect within 4 to 7 days and lasts up to 4 months. Botox reportedly takes effect within 5 to 7 days and lasts 3 to 4 months.

2. Unit sizes are different. The unit sizes for Dysport are slightly smaller so you should expect a higher unit amount of Dysport than Botox.

3. Dysport is competitively priced. Dysport is offered at a cheaper rate than Botox, but you may need to pay more to receive the same results as Botox.

As you can see, the differences between the two products are mild. So, the next time you visit West Dermatology you may want to ask your physician about these two products.