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Switching from Dysport to Botox?

asked 2 years ago by lizyou in tampa
Latest answer by Robert Strimling, MD
Question viewed 2,067 times
Tags: female, results

I am not happy with recent Dysport injections. How long do I have to wait to go back to Botox ?

12 answers to Switching from Dysport to Botox?

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Dysport vs. Botox

Wait at least 2 weeks to see the full results from Dysport. If not satisfactory after two weeks, you may proceed with Botox.
Robert Strimling, MD

Las Vegas Dermatologist
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Not happy or not working?

Liz, Are you not happy with the effect, or are you not happy because there is NO effect? There is a difference. If there is no effect, then you can return to Botox after 2 weeks. If you have an effect, but you just don't like it, then you must wait until the Dysport wears off before returning to Botox. Good luck!
Kenneth R. Francis, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Two Weeks

You should wait two weeks to be sure the Dysport has been given a chance to achieve its full effect. At that point your physician can evaluate how many units of Botox you can use in each area. Most likely you received a sub-optimal dosage. Dysport is new and it will take a learning curve to assay the proper dosages with Dysport. My feeling is that Dysport gives a better result on the forehead since it is more dilute and spreads further. Some of my patients who have been long time... more
Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD

Virginia Beach Dermatologist
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Dysport vs. Botox

I really don't think there is much difference between Dysport and Botox. However, it will take some time for all physicians to get used to the Dysport. If your wrinkles have returned since the injection of Dysport then there's no reason why you can't get Botox. There's no time limit between injections.
Christopher L. Hess, MD

Fairfax Plastic Surgeon
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Botox and Dysport

I would wait until the Dysport effect is gone before you add Botox as it might confuse the issue if you don’t get a good result. If there is Botox and Dysport in the same area it would be hard to judge the effectiveness. It is possible that your physician just needs to adjust the dose of Dysport and give you a few more units here or there. It is a very similar product to Botox.
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
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Dysport vs Botox

Dysport is a great product but works a bit differently than Botox. It is a quicker onset, may cause a bit more dicomfort when injected, and may or may not last as long as Botox. As for being unhappy with the dysport, you should wait a few weeks after treatment. If you are unhappy and need more, than get Botox at that point.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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I'd wait 2 weeks

The short answer is to wait the two weeks for the neurotoxin's full effect. You can then switch back to Botox. You might want to talk to your doctor about the dose used, and if, perhaps, you were under-dosed. As doctors use this new neuromuscular modulator, there will be a learning curve. Dysport is not substantially different from Botox. I assume you were unhappy with Botox or you would not have switched to the Dysport. Perhaps your best option is to consider totally different options... more
Mary Lupo, MD

New Orleans Dermatologist
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Switching from Dysport to Botox

As the others have noted, if you are unhappy with the results of Dysport at this time (if it has been at least 1-2 weeks since the injection to allow the treatment to take full effect), you can safely receive Botox. Good luck.
Bryan K. Chen, MD

San Diego Dermatologist
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Switching between Dysport and Botox is Easy

You do not have to wait to switch between the two. As long as you feel you can still move those muscles after Dysport for about 2 weeks, then you can try Botox and vice versa. Regards
Tanveer Janjua, MD

Bedminster Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Botox and Dysport are very similar medications

There is no problem switching back to Botox after Dysport. Basically it would be the same as if the last injection was Botox. You should discuss this with your cosmetic surgeon. It is fine to get Botox now, If the problem can be improved with more treatment now. If it makes more sense to let the prior treatment wear off, than you can get Botox as soon as you have returned to your pre-treatment appearance.
Marc Cohen, MD

Philadelphia Oculoplastic Surgeon
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You do not have to wait

I would like to know what is the problem. I have used both of them and have noticed any difference. You need o check back with your doctor to discuss your dislike and option. You do not need to wait if you are not happy with the result to switch to  botox.
Kamran Khoobehi, MD

New Orleans Plastic Surgeon
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Dysport and Botox

If you have had Dysport or Botox injected and the result is suboptimal, if it has been overdone -- you may have to wait until it wears off.  If the result is awkward or less than desirable, see a qualified plastic surgeon and theycan help improve the result.
Richard Greco, MD

Savannah Plastic Surgeon

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