Botox & Dysport in Portland OR | Smooth Wrinkles & Refresh Your Look

As reported by researchers, the main differences between Botox® and Dysport ® is the onset of action. Dysport ® tends to show effect sooner, working within 2-5 days. Botox® takes slightly longer, starting in 4-7 days. However, it is recommended that no additional units be added to the same treatment area within 2 weeks to avoid overtreatment.

Botox® monopolized the U.S market for many years until 2009, when Dysport® was approved by the FDA.  Dysport® however, was used in Europe many years before it was made available in the United States.

The longevity and treatment plans of the product depends on many factors including individual metabolic rate, where athletes or physically active people will metabolize the product faster. Age is another important factor affecting longevity where younger people will have longer lasting results. Other factors include the number of receptors in your muscles, the freshness of the product, and the treated area. For instance, the product does not last as long in the forehead (which is a large flat muscle) or the masseter (which is the chewing muscle), but it will last longer in the crows feet muscles.

A study in 2012 from a Houston-based oculoplastic surgeon Dr. Charles, concluded that Botox® preceded by a course of Zytase and zinc supplement can increase the longevity of the product, prolonging the effect up to 30% longer. Regular treatments every 3-4 months, or before the previous treatment has entirely worn off, will provide longer lasting results. Using Retin-A or retinoid products might also help prolong the results of the treatment and it is also very useful to rejuvenate the skin.

Yes, by Injecting the masseter muscle (chewing muscle) with neurotoxin, the lower face will slim.

This treatment also will help with teeth grinding and Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ).

Yes, injecting the oral depressor muscle will help elevate the corners of the mouth by one millimeter and prevent the continuous pull-down of the muscle.

Nefertiti lift is a subtle definition in the jawline that can be achieved by injecting small amounts of Botox ® or Dysport ® along the upper platysma muscle which is the muscle that pulls down on the jawline area.

Other areas treated in conjunction with the Nefertiti lift including; the oral depressor, the masseter, and neck bands. The number of units depends on the degree of correction needed. The best candidates are people with initial signs of aging around the jawline and upper neck area.

Individuals with mild to moderate aging in the jawline, may consider Filler with Juvederm Volux  or non-surgical thread lift to define the jawline

Individuals with more advance jowls well better benefit from surgical face rather than thread lift or filler. however, Botox and Dysport will always help relax the muscles in the lower face and prevent the downward pulling of the corners of the  mouth.

Yes, Prominent chin dimples appear similar to an orange peel, and a cleft chin is often viewed as a more masculine feature. Both are inherited features resulting from localization of the mentalis (chin muscle). Injecting Botox ®/Dysport ® can smooth the look of the chin and provide greater aesthetic appeal.

Yes, Hyperhidrosis Botox and Dysport are very effective in treating excessive sweating of the armpits, hands, feet, head, and face (craniofacial), and other relatively small body areas (such as under the breasts). The treatment is safe and  FDA approved.

The effectiveness for excessive sweating in the underarm is 82-87% and the results lasts for up to 4-12 months.

The effectiveness for excessive sweating of the hands is 80-90% and may last up to 6-9 months.

It is also very effective for head and face sweating, but less effective in excessive in feet sweating.

Repeat injections may be necessary at intervals varying from 7 to 16 months.

Yes! A Botox or Dysport brow lift is a non-surgical way to achieve a more lifted, youthful look. It works by relaxing the muscles that pull your brows down, allowing the forehead muscles to lift them naturally.

How It Works

• Botox/Dysport is injected into the glabella (frown lines) and sometimes around the tail of the brows
• This relaxes the muscles that pull your brows downward (like the corrugator and orbicularis oculi)
• Your forehead muscles (frontalis) then lift the brows slightly higher, creating an open-eyed, refreshed look

Who Is a Good Candidate?

• People with mild to moderate brow drooping
• Those who want a subtle, natural-looking lift
• Patients not ready for a surgical brow lift

How Much Can Botox/Dysport Lift Brows?

• Typically 1-3 mm of lift, enough to make the eyes look more awake & refreshed
• Works best on younger patients or those with mild hooding

Botox doesn’t work instantly—it takes time for the neurotoxin to relax the targeted muscles. Here’s what to expect:

Timeline for Botox Results

• Day 1-3 – No visible change yet (Botox is settling in)
• Day 4-7 – You may start to notice softening of wrinkles
• Day 10-14 – Full results are visible!

Peak Results: Typically at 2 weeks
Longevity: Lasts 3-4 months, depending on metabolism, dosage, and treatment area

Yes, Botox can be effective for under-eye wrinkles, specifically for crow’s feet, the fine lines that form at the corners of the eyes due to repetitive facial movements. However, Botox is not typically recommended for the tear trough area (the hollow under-eye region), as it can lead to complications like weakness or drooping.

How Botox Works for Under-Eye Wrinkles

• Botox relaxes the muscles around the eyes, preventing them from contracting and forming wrinkles.
• Crow’s feet, caused by smiling, squinting, or laughing, respond well to Botox treatment.
• The procedure smooths out these dynamic wrinkles, resulting in a more refreshed and youthful appearance.

Things to Consider

• Botox is effective for dynamic wrinkles, but static wrinkles (those present at rest) may need other treatments like dermal fillers or laser resurfacing for optimal results.
• Botox can last 3-4 months, and touch-up treatments may be necessary to maintain smoothness.

Yes, Botox can be used for a lip flip, a subtle and non-surgical procedure that enhances the appearance of the upper lip. This technique involves injecting Botox into the muscles around the upper lip, which relaxes the muscle and causes the lip to "flip" outward, giving the lip a fuller appearance without adding volume.

How the Lip Flip Works

• Botox is injected into the muscles just above the upper lip, specifically into the orbicularis oris muscle (the muscle that controls lip movement).
• The relaxed muscle allows the upper lip to roll slightly upward and outward, creating the appearance of a fuller, more defined upper lip.
• It doesn’t add volume like dermal fillers but can enhance the shape and definition of the lip.

What Results to Expect

• The results are subtle, giving the upper lip a natural lift and enhancing its overall appearance.
• The lip flip can help with thin upper lips, or if the lip line disappears when smiling.
• Results appear within a few days and last about 2-3 months.

Things to Consider

• A lip flip doesn’t add volume to the lip, so if you're looking for fuller lips, you may want to consider a combination of Botox and dermal fillers.
• The effect is temporary and will need to be repeated every few months.