Soft Lines, Strong Smiles
In our Atlanta office, we see so many women and men who feel that their reflection doesn’t quite match how they feel inside. You might feel energetic and happy, but those deep lines between your brows tell a different story of stress or exhaustion. Our goal at Evelina Plastic Surgery is never to change who you are, but to help you look rested and vibrant. Dysport is one of my favorite tools for this. While it belongs to the same family of botulinum toxin products as Botox, it has a beautiful, fluid way of smoothing out facial wrinkles. It’s particularly effective for those of us who want a natural-looking result that starts working quickly. We aren't here to freeze your face, but to give your skin a much-needed break from the tension of daily life.
Aging Gracefully
Dysport is an FDA-approved injectable treatment derived from botulinum toxin type A. It is specifically designed to soften moderate to severe glabellar lines (those "11" lines between your eyebrows) by gently relaxing the underlying facial muscles. This allows the skin to smooth out, preventing dynamic wrinkles from becoming permanent creases.
Smoothing Out The Stress.
We recommend Dysport for certain areas where we hold the most tension. Because of how the product is formulated by Galderma Laboratories, it spreads very evenly, making it a wonderful choice for:
Giving Your Muscles A Rest.
Dysport is a lot like a temporary "off" switch for the signals your nerves send to your muscles. Every time you squint at your phone or concentrate on a task, your brain tells specific facial muscles to contract. Over time, that constant folding creates wrinkles in the skin.
When we inject Dysport, the botulinum toxin type A blocks that signal. The muscle takes a rest, and the skin above it finally has the chance to settle and smooth out. Because Dysport has a slightly different protein structure than other botulinum toxin products, it tends to diffuse softly across the treated area, which is why the results look so natural and never stark.
Keep The Movement, Lose The Stress
Dysport treatments are a graceful way to soften the day-to-day tension we carry in our faces. Because of its unique structure, it has a beautiful way of spreading evenly, which means we can treat broader areas like the forehead without it ever looking patchy. It is a wonderful choice for our patients who want to keep the warmth of their smile but lose the heavy, tired feeling that comes from constant squinting or frowning.
A Smooth Finish Without The Freeze
Good Candidates
If you’re bothered by lines and light wrinkles that appear when you move your face, you’re likely a great candidate. We find that it works beautifully for Atlanta patients who want a preventative approach to aging or those who simply want to look less tired.
Who Is Not a Good Fit
Your health is our first priority, so we're very careful about who we treat. If you have a severe milk protein allergy, Dysport isn't for you (it contains trace amounts of lactose), but we can certainly look at other options like Botox or Xeomin. We also advise against any injections if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a rare neuromuscular condition.
A Few Simple Steps
A Quick, Comfortable Visit
We know needles can be intimidating, but we promise we will go to great lengths to make this easy for you. The entire procedure usually takes less than 20 minutes.
First, we’ll chat about what you’re seeing in the mirror. We’ll ask you to make a few faces, big smiles and deep frowns, so we can see exactly how your muscles behave. We can use a topical anesthetic or a cooling tool to numb the area, though most people say it feels like nothing more than a tiny mosquito bite. We use a very fine needle to place the Dysport exactly where it’s needed. You might have a few tiny bumps at the injection site, but those usually disappear by the time you leave our Sandy Springs office.
Getting Back To Your Day
There is no real downtime with Dysport, which is why so many of our patients pop in during their lunch break. You can go right back to your normal activities.
To get the best results, we just ask for a few things:
Refreshing Your Reflection
You’ll start to feel the muscles settle down in about two to three days. By the end of the first week, you’ll notice a significant improvement in your facial wrinkles. We always like to wait a full 14 days before we decide if you need a touch-up. It takes that long for the product to fully settle into its optimal results.
A Compassionate, Surgical Perspective
Even though Dysport is a "simple" injection, it requires a deep understanding of facial anatomy. As a board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Santosa spends her days working with the intricate layers of the face. When you come to Evelina Plastic Surgery, you're getting a surgical eye and a commitment to your overall well-being. We treat every patient with the same care we'd give our own family, ensuring your results are exquisite, safe, and entirely yours.
The Dysport cost is based on how many units we need to achieve your desired results. Because everyone's muscles are different, some are very strong, others are quite delicate, we don't believe in a copy and paste price. During our consultation, we’ll give you a clear, honest quote based on your anatomy and your goals. We want you to feel confident in the investment you're making in yourself.
Not on our watch. We believe in movement-friendly aesthetics. We want you to be able to express joy and surprise, just without the edge off the lines that linger when your face is at rest.
While rare, some people report a mild sore throat or cold-like symptoms after botulinum toxin injections. This usually passes quickly. If you have any concerns about side effects, we're always here to talk them through with you.
If you've had a true allergic reaction to a botulinum toxin product in the past, we need to be extremely cautious. We will discuss your history in detail to decide if a different brand or a different approach is safer for you.
It’s a common question! Dysport relaxes the muscle to smooth a wrinkle. Dermal fillers "fill" a space to restore lost volume. Often, we use them together to create a beautifully balanced, youthful look.
Eyelid drooping (ptosis) is a very rare risk that happens if the toxin migrates. This is why choosing an experienced, board-certified injector is so important. If it does happen, there are special eye drops that can help until the product wears off, but our goal is to prevent it entirely through precise placement.
Discuss your personalized treatment with Dr. Santosa today
Dr. Santosa delivers a well-rounded treatment experience through combined science, compassion, and experience. Begin your journey with trusted board-certified Atlanta plastic surgeon Dr. Katherine B. Santosa in Sandy Springs, and rest assured that you have selected your best path to exquisite results.
At Evelina Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics, we are proud to be a women-owned practice committed to delivering exceptional care and outstanding results. Our dedication to excellence ensures that we stand out as a trusted choice for premier plastic surgery and aesthetic services in the Atlanta-metro area.