Dysport vs. Botox...

When it comes to reducing and mitigating facial wrinkles Botox has become as ubiquitous as Kleenex in the consumer world. Botox is manufactured by Allergan, and has enjoyed it's success because there has been a lack of competition until Dysport was approved by the FDA in 2009.

Though widely used in Europe for several years until it was approved in this country Dysport does use the same solution (botulinum toxin) for smoothing out forehead wrinkles, crow's feet and also for the corners of the mouth Dysport is allegedly lower in concentration than Botox of the same substance.

Dysport is often priced lower than Botox, and there is a catch. Dysport has a more likely chance of spreading because of the lower concentration of the botulinum toxin substance. It isn't known which lasts longer of the two, but Dysport will not be as effective if not injected by a trained physician because of the likelihood of spreading of the botulinum toxin. Of course any spa enthusiast from a novice to a experienced pro would like
be well equipped before they make their trip to the spa, and we see it as our responsibility to inform, and educate our clientele and those using Google about the differences of both.

It has been noted that Dysport has been effective for those patients who have not had seen desired results with Botox. This may because their facial muscles have taken better to the Dysport injection, and it's concentration.The side effects of both Dysport and Botox are similar may be temporary redness and soreness at the injection site(s). This often disapates in under an hour.

There has also been a notable increase in the usage of both Dysport and Botox by Dr.s in the past few years, and many of them do not have the proper training in aesthetics by schools and institutes that conduct aesthetic training. Unfortunately the results widely vary given this fact, and Dr. Kerns is recognized by both Allergan and Medicis (the maker of Dysport) as an affiliated partner. She also has licenses in cosmetic training and laser procedures. She takes the proper time with any procedure, and you receive the results that you want. She is always available for a followup appointment if needed.