What it is
Dysport (AbobotulinumtoxinA) is FDA-approved botulinum toxin. Mechanism is the same as Botox; the formulation differs in molecule size and clinical onset profile. Many patients notice softening within two to five days.
How we approach it
Patients who already know they respond well to neurotoxin sometimes prefer Dysport for its faster onset before an event. The injector dose-calibrates per the published Dysport conversion ratios and your prior response.
What to expect
Onset two to five days. Full effect at seven to fourteen days. Duration three to four months. Post-treatment care identical to other neurotoxins.
Candidacy
Good for established neurotoxin patients who want a slightly faster onset, or for patients with wider areas that benefit from the diffusion pattern. Not for pregnant or nursing patients or those with neuromuscular disease.