Frequently Asked Questions About Dysport

Prior the treatment : Numbing cream can be applied to the area for 20-30 minutes before the treatment. Some patients prefer not to use this and opt for an ice pack to numb the area instead. Many patients do not require either. Please be advised that for underarm treatments, we will require the area to be freshly shaved or the hairs to be trimmed to a length of 1cm long.

The actual procedure takes about 10-15 minutes. A series of small injections are placed in the treatment areas with a very fine needle.

Simply avoid touching, rubbing or applying anything on the treated area for 4 hours to prevent infection and spreading of the medicine. Also, it is recommended to avoid strenuous exercise and sauna use for 24 hours after the procedure.

Dysport® injections can be quickly administered during an office visit. The treatment does not demand any restrictions of a patient (except for refraining from intensive exercise or the use of a sauna on the day of the injections). The treatment itself takes about 10 minutes, and the entire appointment takes 30-45 minutes.

You should notice initial improvement of excessive sweating within 2-3 weeks.

One treatment alleviates hyperhidrosis. Treatment needs to be repeated when effects fade, usually in 4-12 months. Repeated treatment is safe and effective for hyperhidrosis and consistently results in long-lasting improvements and a significant reduction in excessive sweating – improving quality of life.

Your symptoms will return gradually, and you will know when the time is right for another treatment.

It is recommended to have the treatment every 6 months to receive the best possible results. A plan for regular follow-up treatments to maintain the initial result can be created for you.

The effects of Dysport ® injections usually last approximately 4 to 6 months. Some patients are free of excessive sweating for more than 7 months to a year. Individual results vary and cannot be guaranteed, though.

No. Patients can have treatment and return to normal daily activities immediately. The only recommendation to follow is to refrain from intense exercise and sauna use the day of the injections.

Insurance usually will not cover the cost of this treatment. Our office can discuss this with you at your consultation.

To keep the cost down, we prefer to start with the lowest dose in the proven effective range. A follow up is recommended 2 weeks after treatment to assess results. We increase the dosage only if desired results are not achieved at the lower dose.

The cost is based on the size of the individual’s treatment area and dosage is individual.

The cost for Dysport unit equivalent is $9, but we do occasionally have limited time specials which reduce the cost.

Axilla, underarms:
Treatment for both underarms requires 100-150 unit equivalents to achieve desired result in most patients. The cost of treatment for the underarms is typically between $900 and $1350.

Palmar, palms:
Treatment for both palms requires 100-200 unit equivalents to achieve desired result. The dosage depends on the size of the treatment area. The cost of treatment for the palms is typically around $900-$2000.

Plantar, feet:
Treatment for both feet requires 100-200 unit equivalents to achieve desired result. The dosage depends on the size of the treatment area. The cost of treatment for the feet is typically around $900-$2000.

Yes. We offer a more permanent solution to treat axillary hyperhidrosis in our office. Vivace RF Microneedling 3 session protocol is providing relief without medications, surgery, downtime, and the need for ongoing treatments. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

If you decide not to have further treatment, your sweating will gradually return to its pre-treated state. The effects of the treatment will gradually wear off, and your sweating will resume.

Your sweat doesn’t go anywhere or get backed up because the sweat simply is not produced in the treated areas. Remember, the rest of your body is free to produce moisture normally.

When antiperspirants cannot control symptoms of your severe sweating, Botulinum toxin injection may be able to help. Our practitioners can help you to decide if this treatment is right for you.

In order to make the right treatment decision, you should tell them about all of your medical conditions. This includes allergies to any botulinum toxin product, any side effects from any botulinum toxin products in the past, whether you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant (it is not known if it can harm your unborn baby), if you are breast-feeding or plan to breastfeed (It is not known if Botulinum toxin passes into breast milk) and all of the medicines you currently take. This includes prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins and herbal products.