Dysport vs. Botox: A Better Alternative?
Botox has been the go-to method for eliminating wrinkles for decades — at least here in the United States, but is there a better alternative?
People have been raving about Dysport, a compound that is very similar to Botox, since the FDA passed it in 2009. According to the rumors, Dysport is rapidly offering Botox quite the challenge for Top of the List status. But what is Dysport exactly, and how can it help you?
An Alternative to Botox
Dysport is derived from the same neurotoxin as is responsible for Botox (botulinum toxin Type A), and as such it provides the same service as Botox. The claim of Dysport, however, is that it bears two advantages over Botox: Radius of Effect, and Period of Effect.
In studies, it has been discovered that Dysport tends to reach a larger area than Botox, typically capping out at 3 cm to Botox’s 1 cm. This is advantageous as it implies that Dysport can hit a larger area of muscle groups, and as such (in theory) requires fewer injections. The jury is still out on this claim, however, as many who have received the injection maintain that they have had to have more injections than if they had used Botox.
Another product of the injection is that it is reported to last much longer than Botox. Patients who received the injections during a clinical study sponsored by the company behind Dysport reported a window of effect up to 13 months (to Botox’s typical duration of 6 months). Like the findings in the above paragraph, there seems to be a disconnect between the claims and average results. The solid evidence is bound to arise after a less biased study takes place.
How Does Dysport Work?
Like Botox, Dysport is injected into the “problem areas”, though it specifically targets the glabullar muscles (the muscles responsible for the wrinkling in one’s forehead). Just like Botox, Dysport relaxes the muscles and causes the skin the keep from wrinkling. As the area of injection is wider, it is recommended that you receive injections from some one skilled with Dysport, as carelessly delivered injections can spread to the eyelids and cause droopage.
As far as side effects, Dysport is once again very similar to Botox. Headaches, minor stinging sensations in the injection sites, and temporary numbness can occur.
As there is so much information regarding Dysport that can best be described as “unconfirmed”, we advise you to speak with a health specialist who can supply you with all of the current data pertaining to the compound. To receive such a consultation, visit with a specialist at Florida Vein Care via the “Get Treatment” button on our front page.
