Depending on which product we choose for you, it will start taking effect at different times. Dysport takes 3-5 days to start kicking in, while Botox takes 5-7 days to start kicking in and full effect, for both, is at 14 days. Treatments lasts on average 3-4 months for wrinkle relaxation in the face and usually 6-9 months for hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) treatments and facial slimming (masseter muscle reduction). Some folks get more or less time based on lifestyle factors, meaning that an individual that is athletic, has a high metabolism, is in the sun a lot, or hot environments (vacations, saunas, hot tubs) may break it down at a faster rate. One important piece of information is that dose equals longevity, so if you are underdosed or request “Baby Botox”, this means that the muscle will have more movement and may not last as long as a heavier dose to stop muscle movement completely. More movement equals faster breakdown.

Side effects are rare, but depending on the treatment area, you may experience heaviness of your eyebrows, eyelid ptosis (drooping), a wonky smile or dry eye. We do everything in our power to mitigate these risks by landmarking out your injections, our injection technique, and treating you with a conservative dose of Botox & Dysport. None of the side effects are permanent, and they will resolve over a couple of months.

We carry both products but our favourite is Dysport! Both are neuromodulators that relax the muscle. They have subtle differences such as Dysport has a faster onset than Botox and spreads a little bit more than Botox. Dysport tends to give a more natural look and feel, whereas Botox is a little “stiffer”. The feedback our clients give us is that Dysport lasts a little bit longer than Botox for them and looks a little bit more natural.