BOTOX®/Dysport® FAQs

BOTOX/Dysport is a cosmetic injectable designed to soften facial wrinkles and renew a youthful appearance. It is derived from a neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum, which limits muscle movement by interrupting the signals nerves send to the muscles. So, how does this make you look younger? In the hands of a skilled aesthetic medical professional, BOTOX/Dysport can be injected into the specific muscles that cause fine lines around your brows, eyes, and forehead. By temporarily relaxing those muscles, those fine lines won’t appear when you speak or shift your expressions—and it also helps prevent permanent creases from forming over time.

BOTOX/Dysport injections are considered a relatively safe procedure. At Diamond Works Medspa in Astoria, NY, our trained aesthetic medical professionals take every necessary precaution to minimize the risk of complications.

The injection process takes less than 30 minutes, and anesthesia isn’t required. If you’re sensitive to needles, your provider can apply a topical numbing cream to help put you at ease. The procedure isn’t painful since the needles used are extremely fine, but you might feel mild discomfort or slight soreness that typically fades within a few minutes.

Yes—BOTOX/Dysport is effective on every skin type. Many women begin noticing fine lines and wrinkles in their 30s, while younger patients sometimes start treatment earlier to help prevent permanent facial wrinkles later.

BOTOX/Dysport typically produces no significant side effects. Some patients may notice minor bruising or swelling at the injection site, and in some cases, mild headaches, muscle soreness, or flu-like symptoms can occur for a day or two. Aspirin can help relieve those symptoms. In rare instances, complications such as drooping eyelids, uneven smiles, or drooling can occur, but these are usually the result of counterfeit products or treatments performed by inexperienced or unlicensed injectors. To stay safe, always seek treatment from credentialed medical professionals working in a licensed facility.

These treatments are widely regarded as a non-invasive alternative to plastic surgery. While facelifts involve hospital stays, anesthesia (and its associated risks), and weeks of bruising and downtime, BOTOX/Dysport offers a safer, more affordable way to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It’s also a more natural approach—rather than reshaping the face, the product simply relaxes the muscles that create the fine lines and wrinkles that deepen with age.

You may begin to notice results in as little as 48 hours. The full effect typically becomes visible between 3 and 14 days later, depending on where the injections are placed.

Aesthetic injections generally last three to five months, while medical applications usually last two to three months. We recommend scheduling follow-up treatments every three to four months and always knowing the exact date of your previous session before your next appointment.

Most adults are good candidates for BOTOX/Dysport, but the best way to find out for certain is to book a consultation at Diamond Works Medspa in Astoria, NY. If you’re a fit, we can also coordinate ongoing follow-up appointments to keep your results looking refreshed.