Botox is produced by the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum that temporarily paralyzes muscles. In aesthetic medicine is used to relax the facial and neck muscles and to smooth out wrinkles.

Both Botox and Dysport are type A Botulinums approved by the FDA that are used to treat facial and neck wrinkles. The main difference is that they are produced by different companies.

Effects are typically seen within the first few days but can take 1-2 weeks to fully develop.

Injection of Botox causes temporary weakness in the targeted muscles and can vary from person to person. Typical results last approximately 3-4 months.

The risks, side effects, and possible complications of Botox will be laid out by your doctor in a consultation prior to the procedure.  Risks and side effects may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Burning or stinging during injection
• Bruising
• Redness
• Swelling
• Facial asymmetry
• Droopy eyebrow, droopy eyelid