Botox® and Dysport are the world’s leading treatments for temporarily reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles. It’s also among the most popular treatments available from Syed Bokhari, MD, of The Beauty Medics in Riverside, California. If you’re curious about what Botox can do for you, call or schedule a personalized consultation online today.
Botox is an injectable medication formulated from Clostridium botulinum, a substance found naturally in forests, lakes, and soil. When injected into targeted muscles, Botox prevents those muscles from going through their full range of motion. You’ll be able to make normal facial expressions, but the muscles won’t be strong enough to tug and pull your skin into lines, wrinkles, and folds.
Botox is approved to treat crow’s feet, forehead lines, and frown lines. It can also be used off-label to treat other areas of the face. Some people have Botox in just one area, while others use the injections to refine multiple areas of their face.
Dysport is similar to Botox. Both are botulinum toxin injections that work by blocking nerve signals to specific muscles, preventing those muscles from contracting and causing wrinkles. The key difference is in how the product diffuses into the skin, with Dysport spreading more easily than Botox, which may make it a better option for larger areas. Both treatments have similar results and last about the same amount of time.
Getting Botox or Dysport is a simple and straightforward process. The entire office visit takes less than half an hour, and the injections only take a few moments. There is no need for any form of preparation or anesthesia. The needles used are very thin, and there is no significant pain associated with treatment.
You may feel a slight pinch as the needle enters your skin, but there is no lingering discomfort. There’s no need for downtime, and you can return to your normal activities immediately after the visit.
It takes around 24-48 hours for your results to develop. Make sure you give yourself a full 2 weeks for the full effect of the medication. Most individuals choose to return at 3-4 months for their next treatment.
Some people choose to have Botox or Dysport in preparation for a big event like a wedding or reunion. Others make these injections part of their ongoing aesthetic routine and schedule them throughout the year. Botox and Dysport are not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
If you have questions or concerns about how these treatments can help you look more youthful and well-rested, schedule a consultation online or over the phone today to discuss your treatment goals.