What Can Be Done to Reduce the Chances of Droopy Eyelids After a Dysport Treatment for Crow's Feet?

Treament at the crow's feet will not usually result in ptosis. Eyebrow ptosis is normally due to treatment at the forehead and eyelid ptosis is normally due to treatment at the glabella. To reduce chances of side effects, although sometimes unavoidable even with skilled injectors, choose an experienced injector with knowledge of facial anatomy and of the product being used. Diluting the product can also contribute to unwanted side effects due to the spread of the product.

Eyelid ptosis is a side effect that can occur following Dysport injections even if they are performed properly by a skilled physician. The chances of any potential side effects occurring following the injections may be due to:

1) Not choosing a qualified physician who has experience with Dysport
2) Poor technique used by the individual performing the injections
3) Injecting too much Dysport in a given area
4) Injecting the Dysport in the wrong places

Overall, it is important to do your homework prior to having Dysport injections and choose a qualified physician you are comfortable with. Thanks and good luck!

As other panel members have stated, if just the Crow's Feet area is being treated, then brow droop (or ptosis) is quite unlikely.  This is more likely to occur if the forehead is treated. A skilled injector and following post treatment recommendations can significantly decrease this risk.  And as always, don't hesitate to discuss any negative outcomes with your provider.  

The main cause of the droopy eyelid after Botox or Dysport injections is the product diffusing into a muscle that elevates the upper lid. Though uncommon, it almost always is associated with injections into the brow area and not crow's feet. In fact, the main consideration for the crow's feet area is not too much brow elevation ("Spock brow.")

Greetings~

You shouldn't have to worry about droopy eyelids from Dysport in the Crows Feet. Droopy eyelids are the result of misplaced injections in the forehead generally, not around the sides of the eyes. The best way to prevent unwanted side effects is to choose your injector wisely.  Experience is the key....regardless of the injector's title.  Just because someone carried the title of physician or surgeon does not make them an instant expert on Dysport injections. Don't be afraid to ask questions about any procedures you're having or about someone's experience.

Good luck~

Dr. Grant Stevens