Dysport

What Is Dysport®?

Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA) is a prescription neurotoxin injection FDA-approved since 2009 for the temporary improvement of moderate to severe expression lines, without changing the natural movement of your face. Like Botox®, Dysport works by blocking nerve signals to specific facial muscles, reducing the repeated contractions that cause lines to deepen over time. Untreated muscles continue to work normally, allowing you to freely show natural expressions in untreated areas.

How Dysport® Works

Repeated facial movements, such as raising the brows, squinting and smiling, create dynamic expression lines that deepen into permanent creases over time. Dysport is injected into specific facial muscles to temporarily reduce that activity. With as few as five injection points between and above the eyebrows, Dysport can visibly smooth frown lines while preserving full, natural movement in surrounding areas.

Forehead Lines

Horizontal lines across the forehead develop from years of raising the brows. Dysport relaxes the frontalis muscle to smooth these lines while maintaining natural brow movement and expression.

Frown Lines

The vertical lines between the brows can create a stern or tired appearance even when the face is fully relaxed. This is Dysport's primary FDA-approved cosmetic treatment area and one of the most commonly treated areas at CSPS.

Crow's Feet

Fine lines that radiate from the outer corners of the eyes develop from years of squinting and smiling. Dysport softens these lines while preserving the natural movement that makes expressions look genuine.

Gummy Smile

When the upper lip elevates too high while smiling, a small, precise amount of Dysport can relax the overactive muscle to reduce how much gum is visible, without affecting the natural shape of your smile.

Lip Flip

Dysport can be used to relax the muscle just above the upper lip, causing it to subtly roll outward for a slightly fuller, more defined appearance. No filler is used.

Non-Surgical Brow Lift

Strategic placement in the glabella and lateral brow area can create a subtle lift, opening up the eye area and softening a heavy or hooded brow, without surgery or downtime.

Dysport® vs Botox®

Both are FDA-approved neurotoxins that work by the same mechanism and address the same treatment areas. The key difference is dosing: the conversion ratio is 3 units of Dysport to 1 unit of Botox, which is reflected in the per-unit concentration. Some patients find Dysport has a slightly faster onset and may spread more evenly across larger surface areas like the forehead. Many patients try both over time and develop a personal preference. Your provider will recommend the neurotoxin best suited to your anatomy and goals.

Combining Dysport® with Dermal Fillers

Dysport addresses dynamic lines caused by muscle movement. For patients who also notice volume loss, hollowing under the eyes, flattened cheeks, or deeper static lines, dermal fillers can complete the picture. Many patients choose a combined approach: Dysport to smooth expression lines in the upper face, and fillers to restore structure and volume in the mid and lower face.

Risks + Considerations

The most common side effects of Dysport treatment are temporary redness and possible bruising at the site of injection. Other possible side effects could be brow or eyelid drop. Do not use Dysport if you are allergic to cow's milk protein, have had an allergic reaction to any botulinum toxin product, have a skin infection at the planned injection site, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.