BOTOX ALTERNATIVES
In New York City
As far as wrinkle treatments go, there is no denying that Botox is a household name. However, there are alternatives to Botox available. Below are some of the alternatives.
BOTOX ALTERNATIVES NYC
DYSPORT FAQS
What Is Dysport?
Dyport, similar to Botox, is also a neurotoxin and an injection that is used to soften the frown line and dynamic wrinkles. It is used to decreased the appearance of wrinkles that occur when muscles contract and treat all the muscle groups mentioned above.
How does Dysport differ from Botox?
Clinical studies show that Dysport lasts as long as Botox. However, in practice, some people note that Dysport lasts a little longer than Botox.
The time of onset of Dysport is slightly faster than in Botox. Effects are seen within 2-3 days with Dysport, and longer.
Both have a peak onset of about 2-3 weeks.
Treatment with Dysport requires higher dosing to get a similar result, but with appropriate dosing, each gives effective final results.
Dysport has a unique characteristic called the feathering effect, which has both pros and cons.
What is Dysport's feathering effect?
The feathering effect means that the effects taper off as you go further away from the injection site. This means that the medication could migrate to affect a muscle that was not intended to be injected. For example, if Dysport is injected too low above an eyebrow, that eyebrow can droop. Or if it is injected too low in the Crow’s feet, the muscles involved in smiling on that side can be affected. This can occur with Botox as well, however the chance with Dysport is higher. It is important to remember that all risks of neurotoxins are temporary and they resolve within 3 months.
What's the benefit of the feathering effect?
The potential benefit of the feathering effect is a more natural appearance. By naturally feathering itself as the edges, there is less of a dividing line between untreated and treated areas. With Botox, occasionally what can happen is that the treated muscle is smooth while the areas around the muscles wrinkle. This happens on occasion with the frontalis muscle; the frontalis or forehead muscle is completely smooth providing a rectangular box appearance, while there are slight wrinkles in the areas right around this.
With Botox, Dr. Rapoport avoids this effect by microdosing the amounts injected at the edges of the treated muscle so there is no clear demarcation line between treated and untreated areas.
Cost is similar between Dysport and Botox.
JEAUVEAU FAQS
What is Jeuveau?
Jeuveau “the nouveau” or modern/ new Botox, is the newest neurotoxin on the market. It is almost the same as Botox since both are extracted from the same type of bacteria. Jeuveau is a 900 kDa purified FDA-approved botulinum toxin formula type A which can improve the appearance of wrinkles.
How does Jeuveau differ from Botox?
Jeuveau is unique in that it was created and approved solely for aesthetic purposes. Thus, the pricing is a bit more flexible.
Jeuveau is injected into the same exact muscles as the ones listed above.
There is no indicated time of onset or duration, however in practical use, the time of onset and length of results is about the same as Botox. The effectiveness of the neurotoxin was not measured in terms of time period, since this was not required by the FDA.
Jeuveau and Botox can be easily interchanged because they conntain the same efficacy profile. There have been no new reported complications with Jeuveau as compared with Botox.
WHY CHOOSE MANHATTAN EYE?
Botox Alternatives with Dr. Rapoport in NYC
With years of focused medical and surgical training, Dr. Rapoport possess a unique knowledge of the fragile anatomy of the muscles around the eyes. If you are choosing your Botox cosmetic injector, remember that an ophthalmologist (and a physician)’s extensive knowledge of facial anatomy may maximize your outcome.
Dr. Rapoport sees many “first timers” and her soothing nature and coaching through the process will make you feel comfortable. She performs a very soft treatment for first timers and tailors each plan to individually suit each patient. Most importantly, you will love the results! With a conservative approach and an eye for beauty herself, Dr. Rapoport provides the most natural results.
“I've been essentially blind my whole life and recently decided to get elective eye surgery. I unfortunately did not qualify for Lasik, but did qualify for PRK.
Dr. Rapoport was fantastic - she explained all my options in detail and was very diligent in giving me instructions pre/post operations - even when I asked twice/three times. She's always available to talk and super empathetic. I could not recommend a better eye surgeon!”
Dr. Rapoport was fantastic - she explained all my options in detail and was very diligent in giving me instructions pre/post operations - even when I asked twice/three times. She's always available to talk and super empathetic. I could not recommend a better eye surgeon!”
M.V.
“Best eye doctor in New York! Dr. Rapoport is very personable, professional and most importantly a great doctor. Dr. Rapoport recently performed my LASIK surgery, for which she gave me clear pre and post-op instructions and made a point to check regularly on my progress. She did a great job to put my nerves at ease and walked me through the entire process. Now three weeks after the surgery I
can see better than ever with 20/20+ vision! I strongly recommend Dr. Rapoport if you are considering LASIK, or if you are simply in need of a great eye doctor.”
N.G.
“I have now seen Dr. Rapoport for dry eyes, removal of papillomas around my eyes, and Lasik
surgery. My experiences with her have all been wonderful. She always takes the time to
explain everything really clearly, and my results have all been great. When I originally asked
about Lasik, she gave me a very balanced perspective on my options, which I really
appreciated. She also has a great energy about her, and she's just an overall pleasure to be
around. I have referred several friends and family to her and they've all said great things about
her as well. I can't recommend her enough.”
M.T.
“After seeing Dr. Rapaport for three months I have experienced the greatest improvement for
my dry eye syndrome than I have in the past 15 years. Dr. Rapaport is very knowledgable and
caring. I am very grateful to her and her staff, in particular to Amy, who has been incredibly
helpful to me. Everyone here conducts themselves in a highly professional manner, and they
also run a tight ship in terms of timeliness. I have been seen every time without waiting any
more than 5 minutes, and this I appreciate a lot. I feel very fortunate to be a patient at this
medical practice.”
H.K.
“Dr Rapoport is a skilled, knowledgeable, sincerely caring medical professional. I started
seeing her a year ago and have since moved out of state. Regardless, it’s a priority for me to
continue under her good care.
I feel confident in her abilities - and it is my eyesight afterall!”
I feel confident in her abilities - and it is my eyesight afterall!”
P.J.
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