DYSPORT™ has approved by the FDA to treat forehead wrinkles and frown lines, making it only the second drug to be approved by the agency as a wrinkle treatment.

Dysport is made from the same active ingredient as other wrinkle relievers (abobotulinumtoxin A) which temporarily reduces the appearance of wrinkles by restricting the muscle actions that cause creasing and frown lines.

Reasons for Considering a DYSPORT Treatment:

• Excessive facial wrinkles caused by facial expression.
• Large wrinkles or furrows in your forehead.
• Small wrinkles or “crow’s feet” around your eyes.
• A vertical “frown line” between your eyebrows.

General Procedure

The procedure works by altering the facial muscles beneath the skin that are related to wrinkles.  A cream with local anesthetic will be placed on your skin prior to treatment, and ice will be immediately applied upon completion of the DYSPORT™ treatment.  Typically a small amount of DYSPORT™ is injected into the area of the wrinkle.  DYSPORT™ works by blocking the impulses from the nerve to the facial muscles, thereby relaxing them.  The result is the underlying facial muscles relax and the skin begins to smooth out.  The effects of a DYSPORT™ treatment will last approximately three to six months after which the patient may choose to repeat the procedure.

Recovery Process

Patients generally return to their normal activities immediately after the procedure, however following the post-procedure guidelines will dramatically reduce the length and intensity of the recovery period.  Patients should avoid engaging in heavy physical exercise, applying cosmetics, or laying down flat for a minimum of 4 hours after the injections.  It is also advisable to avoid rubbing or massaging the injected area for at least 24 hours.