Many patients instantly associate wrinkle relaxers with smoothing deep forehead furrows or crow’s feet. While Dysport is certainly effective for these common concerns, its versatility extends far beyond basic anti-aging.
At BASE Spa & Wellness, our expert injectors utilize this neuromodulator to address a variety of aesthetic and functional concerns for patients across Chesterton, Valparaiso, and Crown Point.
Whether you are looking to refine your facial contour or seek relief from muscle tension, Dysport injections offer solutions that may surprise you.
Understanding How Dysport Works
Dysport (abobotulinumtoxinA) is an FDA-approved prescription injection designed to smooth dynamic wrinkles. It works by temporarily blocking the signal from the nerve to the muscles, reducing the muscle activity that causes lines to form.
Because Dysport treatment has a slightly smaller molecular structure than similar injectables, it tends to spread more evenly. This unique characteristic makes it an excellent choice for patients seeking a soft, natural look that avoids a “frozen” appearance.
5 Benefits of Dysport That Might Surprise You
Skilled injectors now utilize Dysport to subtly reshape facial features and address medical concerns. Here are five innovative ways we use Dysport to help you look and feel your best.
1. Preventive Anti-Aging (“Prejuvenation”)
You do not need to wait for deep wrinkles to set in before visiting a Dysport provider. Many patients in their 20s and early 30s turn to injectables for facial rejuvenation to relax muscles just enough to prevent dynamic lines from etching permanently into the skin. This involves using smaller amounts of the product to relax muscles just enough to prevent dynamic lines from etching permanently into the skin.
- Proactive Care: Stops wrinkles before they become static.
- Subtle Look: Maintains natural movement while smoothing texture.
- Cost-Effective: Prevents the need for more invasive correction later.
Using Dysport for fine lines early on effectively presses “pause” on the aging process, keeping the skin looking smooth and refreshed.
2. The “Lip Flip” for a Fuller Smile
If you desire a fuller upper lip but are hesitant to use dermal fillers, Dysport results can offer a subtle alternative. By injecting a small amount of the product into the orbicularis oris muscle (the muscle around the mouth), the upper lip relaxes and flips slightly outward.
- Subtle Enhancement: Creates the illusion of more volume.
- Gummy Smile Correction: Relaxes the lip so it does not rise as high when smiling.
- Natural Feel: No added volume or foreign substance in the lip tissue.
3. Treating Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)
One of the most valuable Advanced Dysport applications is strictly functional. Neuromodulators can block the chemical signals that stimulate sweat glands. For patients suffering from hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) in the underarms or palms, this treatment can be life-changing.
- High Efficacy: Significantly reduces sweat production in treated areas.
- Long-Lasting: Results can last longer in the underarms than in facial muscles.
- Confidence Booster: Eliminates worry about visible sweat stains.
4. Jawline Slimming and Tension Relief
Dysport injections are highly effective for treating the masseter muscles—the large muscles at the angle of the jaw used for chewing. When these muscles are overactive due to teeth grinding or clenching (bruxism), they can become enlarged, creating a wide or square lower face.
- Face Slimming: Relaxes the muscle, causing it to atrophy (shrink) over time for a V-shaped contour.
- Tension Relief: Alleviates pain associated with jaw clenching.
- Protecting Teeth: Reduces the force exerted on teeth during grinding.
5. Smoothing Neck Bands (Platysmal Bands)
The face is not the only area prone to aging. Vertical bands on the neck, often called platysmal bands, can become prominent with age or strain (sometimes called “tech neck”). A qualified Dysport provider can inject the product into these bands to relax the muscle tension.
- Neck Rejuvenation: Softens the appearance of vertical cords.
- Defined Profile: Improves the jawline transition to the neck.
- Non-Surgical: Offers a neck lift effect without incisions.
Experience the Versatility of Dysport
Whether you are seeking relief from jaw tension or looking to smooth early signs of aging, Dysport offers a reliable, non-surgical solution. To learn if you are a candidate for these advanced applications, schedule a consultation at our Chesterton office today.