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I do not believe your supplements will affect the time Botox/Dysport will last. Both typically last about 3 to 4 months!Best. Dr. Aldo
Taking the supplement NAC should not affect the results of a Botox or Dysport treatment or shorten the longevity of the result.
Thank you for your question. No, taking the supplement NAC should not affect the results of your Botox or Dysport treatment or shorten the longevity of the product. It is always best to address any concerns you may have with your injector. Best of Luck!
The supplement should not interfere with your Botox/Dysport results. It should not shorten the longevity of the results.
Supplements of any kind should not affect the action of duration of neuromodulators.Dr Crabtree
Botox works by disabling the nerve signal to the injected muscles. Clinical studies show that the actual Botox substance is absorbed within 4 hours after injection. Botox lasts 3 to 4 months because that is how long it takes for the nerves to regrow their ability to send signals to the muscle, not because the Botox is physically in there for that long. With this in mind, it is unlikely your supplement will have an impact on your Botox results. Because there are minimal studies on supplements in general, there is no study I can point to that will give you a definitive answer. If you want to be on the safe side, just avoid the supplement for a few days before and after your treatment.
Men in general have thicker facial muscles and may require more product than women to get the desired effect. The average treatment for the glabella (between the eyes) is 30-80 units. For the forehead it is 20-60 units. Your injector should review the recommendation with you based on your...
You may want to look into Daxxify. This is a newer neuromodulator on the market and is formulated just a bit differently than Botox and Dysport. It has a longer longevity as well so less frequent treatments are needed. I've included a video I hope you find helpful.
It can take up to 14 days to see final results from Dysport treatment. If after that time you still have not noticed an improvement visit with your injector for an evaluation. You may need a touch up or perhaps it's better to switch to a different neuromodulator.