DYSPORT VS BOTOX

I use both Botox and Dysport in my practice for neuromodulators of problem areas. I have found that both Botox and Dysport have there pluses and minuses. I find dysport works beter for the crows feet area and Botox for the forehead. These are often the findings that are supported by my discussions with other plastic surgeons in the southern louisiana area. I recently cam across an article that supports these findings. Please read and decide for yourself. I invite all my patients to come in and see for themself!!

Dysport Better Than Botox for Crow's Feet

A new study released this week shows Dysport offers a significant efficacy advantage over the well-established Botox Cosmetic for treating crow's feet. The study was presented during a scientific session at the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) 2010 Annual Fall Meeting.

Investigators studied 90 subjects, assessing contraction at 30 days following treatment when compared with day zero. The internally controlled, double-blind study found a greater efficacy of action for Dysport over Botox. "Botox has long been considered the gold standard of injectables, so this data showing Dysport's stronger efficacy is compelling," says Corey D. Maas, MD, AAFPRS group vice president for public and regulatory affairs.

The study concluded that Dysport offers a quantifiable and demonstrable advantage in wrinkle shortening and hyperfunctional frown lines compared to Botox Cosmetic in the treatment of crow's feet. Study investigators recommend further studies in additional facial regions to confirm the data.

Downloadable photos, fact sheets, and other supporting materials are available here.