Is Botox or Dysport better for lip flip?

Author: Prof. Fernando Metz  |  Last update: Sunday, July 23, 2023

With Dysport, you'll see results within a couple of days. Botox, on the other hand, could take up to a week or more to show improvement – sometimes up to a month after treatment. If you want speedy results, Dysport is the clear choice when deciding on what injectable to utilize for your lip flip.

Can you do lip flip with Dysport?

Both Botox and Dysport are excellent for achieving your dream lips through a lip flip.

How many units of Dysport does it take to flip your lips?

Answer: Dysport to lift corners of mouth

Usually between 6-15 units are injected into each muscle. For more resistant cases, often filler is used in combination to achieve the desired result.

Which lasts longer Botox or Dysport?

On average, a Dysport injection will last for about three to four months, while a Botox treatment can last from four to six. While both of them use the same neurotoxin to prevent folds and lines from forming in the skin, they do have minor differences that can affect how long they last.

Which has better results Botox or Dysport?

When looking at how long the results last, both Dysport and Botox last around 3-4 months. A single unit of Botox has about 3 times the potency of a unit of Dysport. This doesn't mean that Botox works better, but rather that more Dysport is needed to achieve the same effect.

Nonsurgical lip lift using Botox or Dysport by Dr. Shaun Patel in Miami, FL - Botox Lip Flip

Does Botox or Dysport look more natural?

Dysport is a smaller sized molecule, so although you may need more units of Dysport than you do Botox, Dysport is cheaper by the unit, so the total price ends up to be about the same, and sometimes even cheaper. Dysport also diffuses a greater distance in the muscle, creating a softer, natural look.

Should you alternate Botox and Dysport?

Yes, you can safely alternate between Dysport and Botox injections. Alternating between the two may help you determine which treatment works best for your needs.

Is Dysport cheaper then Botox?

While cheaper than Botox, it typically it takes twice as many units of Dysport to achieve the same result. According to self-reported reviews on Real Self, that average cost of Dysport is $450 dollars per treatment nationally. Botox injections average at a slightly higher rate nationally at $550 each session.

How many units of Dysport is equal to Botox?

The main differences between Botox and Dysport are:

Most studies have used a ratio of 2.5:1, meaning 25 units of Dysport have approximately the same action as 10 units of Botox.

Does Dysport cause more wrinkles?

Answer: Muscle compensation

Sometimes when neurotoxins are injected into one muscle, another muscle in your face will compensate for the now underactive muscle. This can cause formation of new wrinkles that you may have never had before.

How long does a lip flip with Dysport last?

Lip Flip's last around 3-6 months, just like your normal Botox or Dysport treatment would! Most clients see results within a few days to a week. The is considered an “off-label” procedure and results can vary patient to patient.

How long does Dysport lip flip take to work?

Most patients notice the effects within a few days of treatment, with full results in about one week.

How long does it take for Dysport to work for lip flip?

Dysport starts working immediately, and the initial results of treatment can be seen within 48 hours of injection. To see the final results of treatment, you'll need to wait around two weeks.

Does Dysport make your lips bigger?

Dysport is an injectable similar to Botox. It temporarily relaxes the muscle and rolls the upper lip outwards, resulting in a fuller and plumper appearance. Botox and Dysport both are equally beneficial procedures. They amplify the natural shape of lips.

Can you use Dysport around the mouth?

The answer to this is yes, but only if it's done correctly. Otherwise you might look like you've had a stroke, have a lopsided smile, or can't eat or sip through a straw without drooling.

How many units of Botox is normal for a lip flip?

While a full syringe of lip filler costs between $500 and $1000, the Botox lip flip typically requires only 4-6 units of Botox, which cost between $10 and $15 each. While Botox to treat an area of facial wrinkles may require as many as 50 units of Botox, a Botox lip flip will likely cost less than $100.

Can you mix Dysport and Botox?

Answer: Mixing Botox and Dysport

Yes you can mix Botox and Dysport without any adverse effects. Both of the formulations work in a similar fashion by relaxing muscles that lead to the formation of wrinkles or in your case, to narrow your jawline.

Is Dysport heavier than Botox?

“Dysport features the same primary active ingredient as Botox, but the added proteins in the Dysport formulation make its molecular weight slightly lower,” Kennedy says. “Due to this slightly less heavy and potent formulation, Dysport may be better for treating larger areas of concern such as the forehead.

How can I make my Dysport last longer?

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  6. Keep Up With Treatments.

How much is 50 units of Dysport vs Botox?

When you equate 50 units of Dysport to Botox, it is about 16 units of Botox. While we often use the saying “every patient is different”, this sounds like a small amount to cover your glabella (11'S) as well as your forehead. Most patients require upwards of 75-90 units of dysport to treat both those areas.

How long does Dysport last the first time?

Because Dysport is naturally eliminated from the body over time, the effects normally don't last longer than three to four months for first-time patients.

Who should not use Dysport?

Do not have Dysport treatment if you: are allergic to Dysport or any of its ingredients (see the end of the Medication Guide for a list of ingredients), are allergic to cow's milk protein, had an allergic reaction to any other botulinum toxin product, such as Myobloc®, Botox®, or Xeomin®, have a skin infection at the ...

Why does Botox and Dysport not work?

Either it was not placed properly in the muscle, not enough was used, or you are immune. Some people require more than others, but actual immunity is extremely rare. In the vast majority of cases, the problem is failure to place the Dysport into the muscle properly . . . the target was missed.

Can Dysport make you look older?

It does not have any effect on the rest of your face and does not make you look unnatural. Oftentimes, injections are thought of as leaving one with a frozen look, but Dysport will never leave you unable to express your emotions.

What not to do after lip flip?

You can carefully eat or drink shortly after your lip flip procedure. However, take care not to eat any messy foods that may cause you to wipe your face or lips for at least three days. Avoid using drinking straws or smoking for at least three days. Puckering or contracting your lips may cause the Botox to migrate.

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