How to Get Rid of Crow’s Feet
Quick answer: Botox and Dysport smooth crow’s feet by relaxing the small muscles around the eyes that cause them, typically taking 15 minutes per appointment. Most patients see initial improvement within 3 to 5 days, with full results visible at the two-week mark. Results generally last 3 to 4 months before a touch-up is needed. Learn more about the full Dysport results timeline.
No matter how hard we try to delay it, age catches up to all of us. One of the first places it tends to show up is around the eyes, in the form of crow’s feet. Once these fine lines appear, creams and serums often aren’t enough to smooth them out on their own. This is where Botox and Dysport come in.
Before you book a session with your Orlando Botox provider, here’s what you need to know about treating crow’s feet with Botox or Dysport.
What Causes Crow’s Feet?
Crow’s feet tend to show up before other facial wrinkles because the skin around the eyes is thinner and more delicate than skin elsewhere on the face. It also gets a lot of use. Every time you smile, squint, or laugh, the muscles around your eyes contract, and over time that repeated movement etches lines into the skin.
There are two types of crow’s feet:
- Dynamic wrinkles appear only when you make an expression, like smiling or squinting. These respond especially well to Botox and Dysport.
- Static wrinkles are visible even when your face is relaxed. These usually take a few rounds of treatment before you’ll notice real improvement.
How Botox and Dysport Treat Crow’s Feet
Botox and Dysport work by temporarily relaxing the small muscles responsible for crow’s feet. A small amount of the product is injected directly into the targeted muscle. As the muscle relaxes, the skin above it smooths out, softening the appearance of the lines. The number of units needed depends on the individual. Smaller treatment areas or milder crow’s feet typically require fewer units than deeper, more established lines. Your provider will customize your treatment plan during your consultation.
The appointment itself is quick, usually around 15 minutes, which makes it easy to fit into a lunch break. There’s no downtime, so you can head straight back to work or your regular routine afterward.
Results aren’t permanent. Most patients return every 3 to 4 months for a touch-up as the effects gradually wear off. For a closer look at how the timeline unfolds appointment to appointment, see our Dysport results timeline breakdown.
What Results to Expect
Most patients notice the first signs of improvement within 3 to 5 days of treatment, with the full effect visible after about two weeks as the product fully takes hold. The skin around the eyes typically looks smoother and more rested, even when smiling.
A common misconception is that Botox or Dysport will “freeze” your face and stop you from expressing yourself. In reality, these treatments only target the specific muscle causing the wrinkle. You’ll still be able to smile, laugh, and make natural expressions, just without the deep creasing that used to come with them. Choosing an experienced, qualified injector makes a real difference in achieving that natural-looking result.
Potential Side Effects
Botox and Dysport are both well-tolerated with minimal downtime, but as with any injectable treatment, mild side effects are possible. The most common are slight redness or swelling at the injection sites, which usually resolves within 48 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does it take to see results from Botox or Dysport on crow’s feet? Most patients begin noticing improvement within 3 to 5 days, with full results visible around the two-week mark.
- How long do results last? Results typically last 3 to 4 months before the effects begin to fade and a touch-up appointment is recommended.
- Does treating crow’s feet with Botox or Dysport hurt? Discomfort is minimal. Most patients describe the injections as a quick pinch, and no downtime is needed afterward.
- Will Botox or Dysport make my face look frozen? No. When administered by an experienced injector, these treatments relax only the targeted muscle, allowing you to keep natural facial expressions.
- Is Botox or Dysport better for crow’s feet? Both are effective for treating crow’s feet, and the right choice often comes down to your desired onset time and personal preference. Your provider can help you decide which fits your goals during a consultation.
Should You Get Botox or Dysport for Crow’s Feet?
The right choice depends on your skin and your goals. The best next step is a consultation, where we’ll assess your crow’s feet and build a treatment plan around your specific needs.
Botox and Dysport offer a non-invasive way to smooth crow’s feet with minimal downtime and low risk. If fine lines around your eyes have started to bother you, let’s talk about how to get you a smoother, more refreshed look. Book your consultation today.
Brittany Lane White, a board-certified family nurse practitioner from Lakeland, Florida, holds a nursing degree from Florida State University. With six years of experience in medical and trauma/surgical ICU in Tampa, she pursued a master’s degree in nursing at the University of Tampa. Her passion for aesthetic medicine grew during her master’s training. In Los Angeles, she completed clinical and injection specialist training at a top 25 Allergan account. Brittany focuses on a natural approach to facial aesthetics, emphasizing confidence and refreshment, not an artificial appearance. Beyond work, she enjoys spinning, travel, reading, and beach weekends with her husband, Brian, and two children, Georgina (Georgie) and Westley.
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