Using the muscles responsible for facial expressions (known as dynamic expressions) repeatedly over many years can leave deep wrinkles in the skin. These deep lines can give others the impression that you’re angry or stressed when you actually feel the complete opposite. Injecting Botox or Dysport into these muscles of dynamic expression relaxes the muscles in the area and allows the skin to become smoother, reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
The effects of neurotoxins last an average of three to five months, and are isolated to the injection region. Because of it’s smaller sized molecules, Dysport can spread slightly within the injection area, but neither product travels throughout the body. Both injection types are safe if administered correctly and by a physician that is properly trained.
Botox and Dysport both achieve wrinkle reduction by blocking the transmission of nerve impulses to the injected muscles. Minimal doses of these neuromodulators are administered via five point injections directly into the overactive muscles that cause lines and folds to form. The most commonly treated areas are within the upper third of the face, including:
Those who would like to reduce the appearance of frown or worry lines and crow’s feet using a minimally-invasive procedure. Dr. Rasi will help you find the best solution, either Botox or Dysport, based on your skin’s condition and depth of wrinkles, or if you’ve had a reaction to Botox in the past. Women who breastfeed or are pregnant should not use Botox or Dysport. If you have a neuromuscular disease such as ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) or myasthenia gravis, these injections are not appropriate for you.
There are no alternatives that work exactly like Botox and Dysport. However, a surgical brow lift, chemical peels, and laser skin resurfacing may improve the appearance of wrinkles and more advanced signs of aging. Dr. Rasi will explain your options during your consultation.
Botox and Dysport may not reduce all types of wrinkles, including those developed from years of sun exposure or smoking, which prematurely age the skin. These types of wrinkles are called static wrinkles, and as they are not produced by repeated muscle contractions, they do not respond to neuromodulators. Muscular contraction produces dynamic wrinkles, and these are the wrinkles best suited for Botox or Dysport injections.
Yes, both Botox and Dysport are active in muscle training with repeated injection. Components of both injectables work to improve the skin’s scaffolding by repairing collagen fibers.
Most patients get about three to five months of improvement from one treatment. However, some patients require more Botox or Dysport than others. Dysport takes more product to offer the same effect as Botox. During your consultation with Dr. Rasi, he will recommend the minimal amount of product to successfully address your concerns, and you may decide to gradually increase that amount as you move forward with subsequent treatments.
Not necessarily. Some patients require less frequent Botox treatments over time, although we’re not sure why this is the case. The reason for this is potentially due to the weakening of the muscle or from muscle training.
At Senza Aesthetic Medical, injectable treatments are quick and gentle. We do not use anesthetics or sedation. Patients can resume regular activities immediately after treatment.
It will typically take about four to seven days to see the results of Botox, while Dysport is quicker with two to four days onset.
Yes. Some patients do not respond to either Dysport or Botox because of specific antibodies that resist the effects of the injections. Unfortunately, we’re unable to determine in advance when this will happen.
Yes. Injectables can improve results offered by other treatments and prolong the effects of laser facial rejuvenation, chemical peels or surgical facelifts. At Senza Aesthetic Medical, we recommend the use of several minimally invasive treatments to improve skin health and appearance.
To set up an appointment with Dr. Rasi for Botox and Dysport, call Senza Aesthetic Medical today at 909-793-3563.
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