{"id":1452,"date":"2022-04-09T08:43:16","date_gmt":"2022-04-09T08:43:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/south-miami-obgyn-associates\/?p=1452"},"modified":"2026-03-05T10:18:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T15:18:27","slug":"what-is-the-difference-between-botox-dysport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/south-miami-obgyn-associates\/blog\/what-is-the-difference-between-botox-dysport\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Difference Between Botox & Dysport?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Commonly used to minimize the appearance of facial wrinkles and lines, both Dysport and Botox are neurotoxins that work by blocking muscle contractions. Both procedures have a rather quick recovery rate, are generally painless, and are effective nonsurgical procedures.<\/span><\/p>\n

But which one is best for you? Here are some answers to the most common questions.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Dysport\u00ae Used for?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Dysport injectables are commonly used to treat and smooth out the area between your eyebrows. Known as your glabellar lines, these lines and wrinkles often become more prominent as you age.<\/span>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Dysport is generally recommended for treating moderate or severe glabellar wrinkles in individuals under the age of 65. It relaxes the muscles under your skin so the area is smoother and the results are natural.<\/span><\/p>\n

How long for Dysport to work? You will generally see results in 2-3 days, and the results generally last for 3-4 months.<\/span><\/p>\n

Before the actual injectables, the targeted area is often treated with a mild anesthetic. In general, frown lines typically require 0.05 ml injections of Dysport, often administered in up to five different portions in the forehead and eyebrow area.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is <\/b>BOTOX<\/b>\u00ae <\/b>Cosmetic?<\/b><\/p>\n

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Botox is an FDA-approved purified neurotoxin used to reduce frown lines as well as the lines around your eyes, commonly referred to as crow\u2019s feet and forehead lines.<\/span><\/p>\n

Just like Dysport, the Botox procedure can be performed in the doctor\u2019s office. The recovery time for both treatments is minimal.<\/span><\/p>\n

Different areas that need to be targeted as well as the severity of the lines and wrinkles will determine just how much Botox needs to be injected. For instance, frown lines typically require five injections with 20 units, crow\u2019s feet need six injections with 24 units, while combined forehead and frown lines need ten injections and 40 units.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dysport or Botox: What are the Differences?<\/b><\/h2>\n

While their purpose is rather similar, there are slight differences between Dysport and Botox. Knowing them can help you determine which treatment will be the most suitable for your own needs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the similarities between Botox and Dysport:<\/b><\/p>\n