Botox for Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)
Book NowWe are all aware that perspiration is a natural and, more significantly, essential part of maintaining a healthy body. Sweating is necessary for regulating body temperature and filtering pollutants. But what can you do when excessive perspiration negatively impacts your daily life?
Excessive perspiration is a problem that many people face. The term “hyperhidrosis” describes excessive sweating that can happen anywhere on the body, including the underarms, palms, scalp, groin, and feet. In some people, hyperhidrosis might spread to other parts of their bodies.
Botox interrupts the nerve signals that cause sweating, which is useful for controlling excessive sweating caused by overactive sweat glands. While there are a number of products on the market that claim to reduce perspiration, Botox remains the gold standard for permanent relief.
Botox for Hyperhidrosis in Troy
Details
What it Treats
Hyperhidrosis
Excessive Sweating Underarms
Procedure Time
15 to 30 minutes
Eligibility
Female and Male
18 & older
Recovery & Downtime
Depending on your tolerance, we may provide you with an ice pack immediately after your injections to reduce any redness or swelling you may experience. There is no required downtime with Botox for Hyperhidrosis in Troy; most patients return to work or their regular daily routine after leaving our office with instructions to avoid direct UV exposure and rigorous exercise for a few days following their injections. Do not use aspirin, ibuprofen, or consume alcohol for at least 24 hours following the procedure. Deodorant and bathing should be avoided for 12 hours following the treatment.
Why try Botox Hyperhidrosis in Troy?
01
Safe
Axillary hyperhidrosis is one of the many sites where Botox has been effective in reducing sweating, and the FDA has approved it for this purpose. Botox is also been backed with more than 15 years of clinical studies.
02
Effective
Botox is one of our most popular injectables for a reason. Botox, which is well-known for its cosmetic wrinkle-reduction effects, is, according to SweatHelp.org, the gold standard for treating hyperhidrosis.
03
Versatile
When applied on wrinkles, it causes a temporary paralysis of the muscles. To alleviate medical issues like migraines and muscular spasms, it works in the same way. Botox interrupts the nerve signals that cause sweating, which is useful for controlling excessive sweating caused by overactive sweat glands. While there are a number of products on the market that claim to reduce perspiration, Botox remains the gold standard for permanent relief.
The Botox for Hyperhidrosis Process
What to Expect?
Consultation
When you come to I AM Medical Spas and Laser Center for Botox in Troy, your trained injection specialist will first provide a free consultation to make sure you are an ideal candidate for injections, and to discuss your goals to provide a recommendation for which injectable will best meet your needs. When this consultation is complete, you will know how much product we will be injecting and exactly what it will cost.
Get Your Injections
Patients suffering from hyperhidrosis will require Botox injections in the affected area. The injections, however, are typically well-tolerated, particularly when used to treat excessive perspiration beneath the arms. The National Library of Medicine reports that injections of botulinum toxin are the most effective treatment now available for axillary hyperhidrosis, one of the most frequent forms of excessive sweating. Since we utilize thin, tiny needles most patients report feeling minimal to no discomfort. We can, however, provide topical anesthetic as necessary to ensure your comfort. After a 10 to 15 minute injection process, you will be able to leave our Troy office and continue your normal activities.
Next Steps
We will assess the treated area to ensure proper placement of the Botox. We’ll answer any and every question you have about the treatment, and give you instructions on the best ways to maintain your results. Then, we welcome you to schedule any follow-up appointments you need.
Before receiving your Botox injections for hyperhidrosis in Troy from I AM Medical Spas and Laser Center, we recommend:
- Avoid aspirin (e.g. Bayer, Excedrin) and other blood-thinning medications (e.g. Vitamin E, Fish Oil) for at least 10 days before injections. If you are taking this medication under direction of your doctor, be sure to speak with him or her for permission before discontinuing it.
- Avoid ibuprofen (e.g. Advil, Motrin) for 3 days before injections. Note: if you’re concerned about pain or bruising, you can take Tylenol before your appointment.
- Avoid alcohol for 2 days prior to injections as this too can thin the blood and cause bruising during treatment.
- Discontinue use of retinoid (Vitamin A) products for 2 days before & after treatment.
- Consider a zinc supplement in the weeks leading up to your Botox injections. Studies have shown that higher levels of zinc in the body are related to higher efficacy of Botox and other injectables.
- Make sure your skin is properly hydrated by drinking adequate amounts of water and using moisturizer morning and night.
To properly care for and get the most out of your Botox for hyperhidrosis in Troy, we recommend following up your injections with:
- No touching or massaging the injection site to avoid moving the material to a spot it wasn’t intended to be.
- Do not use aspirin, ibuprofen, or consume alcohol for at least 24 hours.
- Avoid direct sun exposure and use sunscreen when outside as UV rays can disperse the injectable faster in your skin, making the effects shorter (not to mention the acceleration of aging by the sun!).
- Avoid scrubs, toners, and abrasive cleansers for at least a week to ensure you do not disrupt the precisely-applied Botox.
- Deodorant and bathing should be avoided for 12 hours following the treatment.
Avoid strenuous activity or aerobics for 24 hours after your injections.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I see results for Botox hyperhidrosis in Troy?
Just a few days following your Botox treatment, you will begin to see its effects. The area where the treatment was performed will show less perspiration than before. It takes around two weeks for the Botox injections to take effect and the affected area to dry up entirely.
How long do the results last?
Although Botox is an excellent remedy for excessive sweating, the effects of the treatment will not be permanent. If hyperhidrosis patients wish for a permanent cure to their sweating condition, they will need to undergo more Botox injections.
The duration of action for underarm sweating treatments might range from four to fourteen months. Your nerves' regeneration time is a determining factor. However, you might have to return to your provider in around six months for further Botox injections if your hands and feet also perspire excessively.
How much time does it take to receive a Botox injection?
The Botox injection process is quick. Once your consultation has completed and we've devised a "game plan" for how to treat the area, the injection process takes only about 10 to 15 minutes.
Can everyone get Botox injections without risk?
Botox has been administered to millions of people without incident and with little to no side effects. Having said that, expecting mothers and nursing mothers should not get Botox treatments. In addition, those who have or are experiencing symptoms of a neuromuscular problem should not get Botox.
Do hyperhidrosis Botox injections have any negative side effects?
Swelling, bruising, or tenderness may occur soon after treatment, and many patients describe a manageable amount of pain and discomfort throughout the procedure. Botox is generally safe to use for hyperhidrosis as long as it is administered by a trained practitioner.
Headaches and flu-like symptoms are listed as possible adverse effects in certain studies. On a very rare occasion, Botox injections might cause serious side effects such as weak muscles and trouble breathing.
How might Botox help with excessive sweating?
Botox is frequently utilized in both cosmetic and medicinal dermatology. It is a neurotoxic made from the botulinum toxin, which is responsible for botulism. But when used correctly, Botox is completely safe for cosmetic procedures and, more importantly, incredibly effective.
When applied on wrinkles, it causes a temporary paralysis of the muscles. To alleviate medical issues like migraines and muscular spasms, it works in the same way. Botox interrupts the nerve signals that cause sweating, which is useful for controlling excessive sweating caused by overactive sweat glands. While there are a number of products on the market that claim to reduce perspiration, Botox remains the gold standard for permanent relief.
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