Dysport Side Effects - What Are Common Complications?

Dysport has been used for many years in Europe and has a long track record for safety. From personal experience using it here and talking to colleagues who have used it for awhile, the side effects appear very similar to Botox. There is the risk of bruising like with any needle stick, minor headache, incomplete effect and small risk of temporary ptosis (drooping of eyelid or eyebrow) which is more injector dependent than really product related. I hope this information helps.

The most common side effects of Dysport are discomfort at the injection site, bruising, swelling, headache, ptosis (or drooping) of the eyelid or eyebrow, and inadequate cosmetic result. All of these side effects can be related to injection technique, which is why I always recommend seeking injections from an expert physician injector with extensive knowledge of facial anatomy and aesthetics, in order to provide you with the best results and the lowest risk of complications.
Best wishes,

Dysport side effects are the same as for other neuromodulators such as Botox or Xeomin. These potential side effects or complications include injection site discomfort, headache, bruising, swelling, eyelid droop (ptosis), local reactions, systemic reactions, and unsatisfactory cosmetic results.
Overall, Dysport works very well and patients are usually quite satisfied with no problems.
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The common side effects with Dysport are the same as Botox. These include bruising at injection site and local swelling. Less commonly seen, is brow and lid ptosis which is temporary and resolves as the product dissipates.

Thank you for your question about Dysport.The side effect profile of Dysport is very similar to that of Botox Cosmetic.  It is possible to experience soreness at the site(s) of injection, headache, and bruising at the site(s) of injection.  Drooping of the eyelid or dropping of the brow can also occur, but are less likely side effects if done properly. 
To be sure you get your expected result , see two or more experienced,
licensed and board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation
to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have
treatment.
I hope this helps.

Some people have stronger more active muscles resulting in visible lines at younger age. Treating wrinkles and lines due to muscle activity is key to maintaining your appearance. The longer they are left untreated the deeper, more severe they become, requiring more product and increased frequency of treatments.Dysport® may be a good option for patients who have become resistant to Botox® due to repeated treatment over long periods of time.  Side effects might include headache, nose and throat irritation, injection site pain, injection site skin reaction, upper respiratory tract infection, eyelid swelling, eyelid drooping, sinus inflammation, and nausea.  These are mostly mild and self-limiting.#Dysporttreatswrinkles  # Dysportsideeffects   #Dysportcomplications

After injection treatments, you may experience some localized bumps and redness.

The best way to avoid the side effects of
bruising and swelling is to avoid aspirin, ibuprofen or Omega-3s for several
days before your treatment. We also recommend a homeopathic oral tablet,
Arnica, to help reduce the degree and length of time of bruising.#DysportSideeffects   #Dysporttreatments #Dysporttreats wrinkles

Safety and side effects are actually a very small part of the use of these products, in practice. I have rarely, if ever, seen a safety or side effect. The more important question that truly applies to all patients with forehead injections is: what can go wrong, or what undesirable effects are possible?For injection in the forehead, it is important to inject in the correct area. I see perhaps two patients per week who have suffered ill effects from imperfect injection technique. 99% of the time, the previous infection was from another provider. That other 1%? Me. You heard it--I also choose to be accountable for imperfect botox/dysport injections. Here's the deal with the forehead: if injected too low, the patient can end up with brow drop or heavy brow. It is especially important to be vigilant in older patients who have less muscle mass in this area. I see or hear about this problem pretty often, in part because my patients might have previously seen someone who is less experienced. Rarely, I encounter this problem with my own patients. The bottom line is that I know how to fix it when it happens, and will offer complimentary treatments if results aren't as expected. I see people as patients, and treat them as any good doctor would. Imperfect treatments are a reality; it is important to see a provider who knows how to avoid this, but also how to treat it if it occurs. 

The side effects of Dysport depend on the location.In the forehead, the most common side effect is a heavy brow. This side effect tends to affect patients who depend on their foreheads to keep their eyebrows up.  During the consultation, I always evaluate how much the patient depends on her forehead to elevate her eyebrows.  Remember, the forehead is the ONLY muscle that elevates the eyebrows.  If she is dependent on her forehead to lift the brows, I will counsel that it is best to do a very light treatment or to forego forehead treatment altogether.  Most patients will agree that it is better to have residual lines in the forehead than to have a very smooth forehead with dropped eyebrows. 

The side effects with Dysport treatment is similar for that of Botox. With any injections, you may have pain, bleeding, bruising, swelling, redness at the injection site. Those symptoms are temporary. Some patients may experience a temporary headache as well. Rarely, patients may have ptosis (drooping) of their eyelids or eyebrows. While this is also a temporary side effect, it normally resolves in 4-6 weeks and does not last the full 3-4 months (which is the amount of time that Dysport normally lasts). It is always best to have a consultation with a provider to see if you are a candidate for treatment.

Dysport is not new.  It has been widely used in Europe for many years.  The side effects of Dysport are very similar to Botox side effects.