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Question:
I’m considering using an injectable to minimize the small lines and wrinkles developing around my eyes and mouth. A couple of my friends go to a spa in Round Rock for Botox, but I recently heard about Dysport. What is the difference between the two?
Answer:
Botox and Dysport are both botulinum toxins type A. The difference is in the carrier proteins surrounding the active molecule and the companies that own the rights to the drugs. They behave very similar and I do not see a great advantage or disadvantage to either product in comparison.
Posted by Dr. Buckingham
Question:
When I raise my eyebrows, I get deep horizontal wrinkles on my forehead. Most of the time they are not quite as deep but are still very noticeable. Can Botox be used to smooth these wrinkles or is a browlift recommended?
Answer:
Botox is the treatment of choice for forehead wrinkles that are caused by muscle contraction. It will not do much to improve lines that are also there at rest although it is still a necessary part of the treatment. For lines at rest a skin resurfacing with a chemical peel or laser may also be necessary. A brow lift may also be used, but its primary purpose is to elevate the brow and not to assist with forehead lines. If the brow is low, however a brow lift will improve forehead lines.
Posted by Dr. Buckingham
