Differences Between Dysport and Botox

Botox is approved for treating forehead lines and crow's feet in addition to glabellar lines. Dysport is approved only for glabellar lines. The procedure involving Botox is like that of Dysport. All work is done at your doctor's office with little to no recovery time.

1. Which is stronger Botox or Dysport?
2. How much does Dysport cost compared to Botox?
3. Is there a difference between Botox and Dysport?
4. How long does Dysport last in forehead?
5. What lasts longer Botox or Dysport?
6. Can dysport lift your eyebrows?
7. Is 100 units of Dysport a lot?
8. Is 90 units of Dysport a lot?
9. What is a good price for Dysport?
10. How much does 50 units of Dysport cost?
11. How much Dysport is needed for forehead?
12. How quickly does Dysport work?

Which is stronger Botox or Dysport?

Dysport is more diluted than Botox, which means you'll receive more dosage units if you use Dysport. Dysport also reacts differently once injected, spreading to a wider area, while Botox stays near its injection area.

How much does Dysport cost compared to Botox?

According to the FDA, it takes a minimum of two times more units of Dysport® to get the same effect as Botox®. So, if the patient has opted for Botox® and received 20 units, the same patient will need 40 units of Dysport® for an equivalent treatment. (Cost for Botox® @ $9.99 per unit vs. Dysport® @ $3.99 per unit).

Is there a difference between Botox and Dysport?

Dysport is primarily used for correcting glabellar lines, the frown lines between your eyebrows. Dysport is a great option for those who have moderate to severe frown lines. Botox, on the other hand, can be used to treat many different types of wrinkles, including crow's feet, forehead wrinkles, and laugh lines.

How long does Dysport last in forehead?

Dysport lasts approximately 3-4 months in most patients. Yes, it is possible to have multiple areas of concern treated at the same time with Dysport; in fact, it is a very common practice to treat the forehead, glabella (frown lines between eyebrows), and crow's feet at the corner of the eyes at the same time.

What lasts longer Botox or Dysport?

Both Dysport and Botox are considered safe and effective for the temporary treatment of moderate to severe wrinkles. The effects of Dysport may show up sooner, but Botox may last longer.

Can dysport lift your eyebrows?

Answer: You were holding your eyebrow up, the Dysport did not cause any ptosis but made you not be able to lift your eyebrow. It appears that you usually hold your eyebrows up with using your forehead muscles. This can be a problem if neurotoxins are injected in the forehead, since it prevents you to lift your eyebrows ...

Is 100 units of Dysport a lot?

DO Ask How Many Units You Need

Most people need about 40 units of Botox or 100 units of Dysport. When used around the eyes, the glabella, and the forehead, this amount inhibits movement enough for lines to disappear, but not so much that you look frozen. Some people need a little more.

Is 90 units of Dysport a lot?

Answer: For an eyebrow lift you will need 6-15 units, the glabella (frown lines) is 30-75 units, the forehead lines 30- 90 units. ... The areas of the forehead, frown and crow's feet would generally need more units of Dysport than for lifting the eyebrows, treating dimpling in the chin and under the eyes.

What is a good price for Dysport?

The average cost of Dysport ranges between $300 and $400. This depends on your provider as well as how many injections you need. Medical insurance doesn't cover the cost of Dysport when used for cosmetic reasons.

How much does 50 units of Dysport cost?

0.01 cc contains two units. However, a typically brow treatment would be 50 units. So, at $5 per unit for 50 units, you would pay $250. This makes Dysport about 10 to 20 percent less expensive than Botox.

How much Dysport is needed for forehead?

How many units of Dysport to treat forehead lines? The amount of Dysport needed will vary from person to person. However, we expect patients to receive 40 units in the forehead area.

How quickly does Dysport work?

Luckily, Dysport has one of the quickest response times of any injectable treatment on the market. After your treatment, it only takes 2 to 4 days for the results of the injection to become noticeable.