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Your provider reviews your health history and all potential risks before treatment." } } ] } ] --- [![Foothills Healthcare & Aesthetics](/logo.webp)](/) [Home](/)[About](/about) [Services](/services) [Medical Spa](/medical-spa)[Locations](/locations)[Blog](/blog)[Payment Options](/payment-options)[Contact](/contact) [(828) 289-3927](tel:8282893927) Book Appointment Menu [Call Now — (828) 289-3927](tel:8282893927) # Botox and Dysport in Rutherfordton, NC Foothills Healthcare & Aesthetics offers both Botox and Dysport at our Rutherfordton, NC clinic. Both are FDA-approved injectable neurotoxins that temporarily relax the specific facial muscles responsible for expression lines, softening the wrinkles those muscles create over time. Because we carry both products, your treatment plan is built around your facial anatomy, your muscle strength, and how you want to look — rather than around whichever single product happens to be in stock. We treat all FDA-approved cosmetic areas, and every treatment begins with a consultation so you understand exactly what is being recommended and why. ## Treatment Areas Neurotoxin injections are placed with precision into targeted muscles. The areas we treat include: - **Forehead lines** — the horizontal lines that appear when you raise your eyebrows. - **Glabellar lines (frown lines)** — the vertical "11s" between the brows that deepen with concentration or squinting. - **Crow's feet** — the fine lines that fan out from the outer corners of the eyes when you smile or squint. - **Other FDA-approved cosmetic areas** — additional treatment sites are discussed during your consultation, based on your anatomy and goals. Your injector will ask you to make several facial expressions before treatment. This shows exactly which muscles are creating your lines and where product should be placed for a natural, balanced result. ## Botox vs Dysport: Which Is Right for You Botox and Dysport are both botulinum toxin type A products, and both work the same basic way. The practical differences come down to three things: onset, spread, and duration. **Onset of results.** Dysport tends to begin working slightly sooner for many patients, with early softening often noticed within two to three days. Botox typically begins showing effect within three to five days. With either product, the full result develops over about two weeks as the treated muscles fully relax. **How the product spreads.** Dysport has a tendency to diffuse a little more widely from each injection point, which some injectors prefer for broader areas such as the forehead. Botox tends to stay more concentrated near the injection site, which can be useful for smaller, more defined muscles. Neither behavior is inherently better — it is a matter of matching the product to the area being treated and to your muscle pattern. **Duration.** Both products generally last around three to four months, though this varies from patient to patient based on metabolism, muscle strength, dose, and how frequently you have been treated in the past. **A note on units.** Botox and Dysport use different unit measurements. A unit of one product is not equivalent to a unit of the other, and Dysport is typically dosed in a higher number of units to achieve a comparable effect. This means unit counts cannot be compared directly between the two products, and comparing them side by side is not a meaningful way to evaluate a treatment plan. Your injector will explain the dosing for whichever product is recommended for you. ## How Pricing Works Neurotoxin treatment is priced per unit. The number of units needed varies by product and by which areas are being treated — a single area typically requires fewer units than a full upper-face treatment, and stronger muscles require more product than lighter ones. Because of this, there is no single flat price for a Botox or Dysport appointment. Your total cost is calculated from the product selected and the number of units required, and it is quoted to you during your consultation before any treatment begins. You will always know the cost before we proceed. ## What to Expect **Consultation.** Your visit starts with a conversation about your goals, your medical history, and any previous neurotoxin treatments. Your injector assesses your facial movement and recommends a product, treatment areas, and dosing plan, then reviews the quoted cost with you. **The treatment.** Injections are performed with a very fine needle and take roughly ten to fifteen minutes for most treatment plans. Most patients describe the sensation as a brief pinch or sting. No anesthesia is required, though a cold pack can be used for comfort. **Aftercare.** You can return to normal activities right away. We ask that you stay upright for about four hours, avoid rubbing or massaging the treated areas, and hold off on strenuous exercise, saunas, and facials for the rest of the day. Small red bumps at the injection sites usually settle within an hour, and any minor bruising typically resolves within a few days. **When results appear.** Early softening is often visible within two to five days depending on the product, with the full effect developing by about two weeks. We are happy to see you for a follow-up assessment at that point. **How long results last.** Most patients see results lasting approximately three to four months. As movement gradually returns, you can schedule a maintenance treatment. Patients who treat consistently sometimes find they need fewer units over time. ## Who Is a Good Candidate Neurotoxin treatment may be a good fit if you are in good general health, have realistic expectations, and are bothered by dynamic lines — the ones that appear or deepen with facial movement. It is commonly chosen by patients who want to soften existing expression lines or slow the development of new ones. Neurotoxins are not appropriate for everyone. They are not recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have certain neuromuscular conditions, or have a known allergy to any component of the product. Active infection or inflammation in the treatment area means we will reschedule. Your provider reviews your full health history at the consultation to confirm the treatment is appropriate for you. Lines that are visible at complete rest are caused by volume loss and skin changes rather than muscle movement, and are usually better addressed with [dermal fillers](/services/restylane-fillers), sometimes alongside neurotoxin treatment. ## Your Provider All neurotoxin treatments at Foothills Healthcare & Aesthetics are performed by **Ashley Haley, RN**, an experienced aesthetic injector. Ashley takes a conservative, anatomy-first approach — the goal is a refreshed, natural look that still moves and expresses like you. ## Frequently Asked Questions How long do Botox and Dysport results last? Most patients see results lasting about three to four months. Duration varies with metabolism, muscle strength, the dose used, and how consistently you have been treated in the past. Does the treatment hurt? Injections are given with a very fine needle and most patients describe a brief pinch or sting. No anesthesia is needed, though a cold pack can be used for comfort. The appointment usually takes about ten to fifteen minutes. What is the difference between Botox and Dysport? Both are FDA-approved botulinum toxin type A products that relax the muscles creating expression lines. Dysport often begins working slightly sooner and tends to spread a bit more from each injection point, while Botox stays more concentrated near the injection site. Both typically last three to four months. They also use different unit measurements, so unit counts are not comparable between the two products. How much does Botox or Dysport cost? Neurotoxin treatment is priced per unit. The number of units needed depends on the product selected and the areas being treated, so your total cost is calculated and quoted during your consultation before treatment begins. When will I see results? Early softening is often noticeable within two to five days depending on the product, with the full result developing by about two weeks as the treated muscles fully relax. What are the possible side effects? The most common effects are temporary: small red bumps at the injection sites, mild swelling, minor bruising, or a short-lived headache. Less commonly, patients may experience temporary eyelid or brow droop. Your provider reviews your health history and all potential risks before treatment. 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