Botox, Dysport and Jeuveau are all considered nonsurgical forms of wrinkle treatment.

-They all contain the active ingredient botulinum toxin type A, as well as, hyaluronic acid.

-They work by relaxing muscles beneath the skin and are safe in small amounts.

-All are commonly used to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face and forehead.

-When used as a wrinkle treatment, these types of injections create a smoother more youthful appearance in the skin.

-All are injected with the same technique and offer a quick recovery time.

-Dysport and Botox both have additional medical uses, but are most popular as injectable cosmetic treatments.

Botox was first approved for cosmetic use in 2002.

-It’s used to treat frown lines or glabellar lines (the wrinkles between your eyebrows), along with horizontal forehead lines and crow’s feet (wrinkles at the corners of your eyes).

-Since its emergence on the market, other types of botulinum toxin A products have been developed, including Dysport and Jeuveau.

While all injections have the same active ingredient, the precise formulas vary slightly.

-Botox is much more potent and doesn't spread much, making it amazing for small areas where you want to address a particular muscle. It is meant to be used on the forehead, glabellar lines, and crow's feet. Takes about 5-7 days for results to appear and lasts about 3-4 months.

-Dysport is much more diluted and spreads easier than Botox. This makes it great for larger surface areas like the forehead and crow's feet. It takes about 2-4 days for results to appear and lasts about 4 months. 3 units of Dysport is equivalent to 1 unit of Botox.

-Jeuveau has the same molecular weight as Botox. It is similar in preparation to Botox and Dysport. It is meant to be used on the forehead, glabellar lines, and crow's feet. Takes about 3-5 days for results to appear and lasts about 3-4 months similar to Botox. Jeuveau is only FDA approved for cosmetic purposes, which makes it slightly cheaper than Botox.

Deciding between injectables may depend on trial and error. Some people respond better to one over the other.

None require recovery time, you can go home or back to work right after the procedure is finished.

All products are FDA approved to reduce the appearance of lines that affect the glabella, the area between your eyebrows. These lines extend upward between the eyebrows toward the forehead. Glabellar lines are especially noticeable when you frown or squint. Over time, glabella lines can become more prominent during times of relaxation, too.

Botox was specifically formulated for cosmetic use for forehead lines and fine lines around the eyes (crow’s feet), in addition to glabellar lines.

However, all of the products may be used in forehead, glabella, and crow's feet areas now.

All injections are intended for healthy adults, 18 or over, with moderate to severe facial lines. Your health care provider will review your medical history and ask you some questions to determine if you’re a good candidate.

As a rule of thumb, you may not be a candidate for any of them if you:

• are pregnant

• have a history of botulinum toxin sensitivity

• have a milk allergy

• have a skin disorder

• have thick skin (as determined by your healthcare provider)

• are over 65 years old

• take certain medications

Several medications may interact with the ingredients in these injectable wrinkle reducers.

-Blood thinners

-Muscle relaxers

-Anticholinergics used for Parkinson’s disease.

Check with your healthcare provider before discontinuing use of any current medication you’re taking.

It’s also important to tell your healthcare provider about all the medications and supplements you take, even if they’re over the counter.

Before receiving injections, you will need to have a consultation with one of our medical providers.

They will determine:

-How many injections you need

-Which specific areas of your face to treat

-How many units each area will need

-A full estimated cost.

At your consultation, you can discuss the benefits and risks of your treatment.

Medical insurance doesn’t cover cosmetic injections. You will need to pay at the time of service.

During your consultation, your provider will outline your individualized treatment plan. The procedure for aesthetic injections usually consists of the following:

1. Your provider will wipe off any makeup or other cosmetics covering the area of treatment.

2. Next, they will inject the product into multiple sites, using several small injections.

3. The process usually only takes about 30 minutes.

4. As the botulinum toxin takes hold, your underlying muscles will relax and create a smoother overall appearance. You may start noticing slight results right away, with full results developing in about a week depending on the product you choose.

Unlike cosmetic surgery, there’s no downtime needed for wrinkle injections. You may go back to work and resume other activities as normal.

However, be sure to avoid rubbing the site of your injections and laying down for 4 hours post treatment, so that the active ingredients don’t spread and cause side effects.

Injections are considered to be a safe wrinkle treatment, but is not completely risk-free. Although severe side effects are rare, minor side effects are possible. Usually, these side effects resolve on their own without further issue.

Talk with your healthcare provider about all possible side effects and risks before you get any treatment, so you know what to expect.

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The most common side effects generally occur at the injection site and typically resolve after a few days:

• bruising

• minor pain

• swelling around the eyelids

• rash, redness, and/or irritation

• headaches

Symptoms may not appear for several days after treatment, so it’s important to be on the lookout long after your session.

Slight pain may be felt at the injection sites during each treatment.

Slight numbness and pain may be felt at the injection sites after each treatment.

Botox, Dysport, and Jeuveau are measured in units and typically costs between $10 to $15 per unit depending on the product chosen.

The number of units you require will depend on the area being treated and your desired results.

The effects of botulinum toxin injections will naturally wear off after several weeks to months.

You will need to schedule a new round of injections to maintain your results, but you should wait at least 3 months between each treatment for Botox and Jeuveau. However, Dysport can last a little longer than both Botox and Jeuveau.