Will Dysport be just $4/unit everywhere?

I saw an office advertising Dysport for $4/unit - they said treatment for glabellar lines will be just $200! Is this too good to be true?

4 answers to “Will Dysport be just $4/unit everywhere?”

A: Cheap Dysport or Botox: Skill is more important than price

Sutton Graham II, MD

Dear Mara, You are not simply purchasing a drug, like a pill in the pharmacy. You are purchasing a professional service with many variables. As you may have noticed, pricing can be confusing.  Each physician office sets their price, based on their expertise, overhead and regional trends.  No matter... more

A: Dysport costs

Nissan Pilest, MD

Dysport pricing will settle after a while -- and like Botox, geographic area, competition and physician expertise will factor in. Introductory offers by the company can make Dysport pricing very attractive during the launch phase. Pricing is one factor in making any purchase decision, but please don't let that... more

A: Dysport units are different than Botox units

Steven F. Weiner, MD

Dysport recommends 50 units for treating the glabellar frown lines in most people. My experience shows that this can be up to 70 units. At $4 per unit, that makes it from $200-$280 for treating the frown lines, which is less expensive than Botox. In my experience, Dysport seems to work as well or maybe even... more

A: Yes

Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD

   Units are different with Dysport than Botox. You would be advised to notice the area treatment fee which is pretty much in the same ball park as everybody else.    By the way, if someone offers Botox for $4/a unit, please be suspicious.  Not that this cannot happen,  as some... more

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