Nothing ruins an outfit or attitude worse than excessive sweat. Sweating is necessary, it rids the body of toxins, but when it soaks through clothing or belies your inner calm, a therapeutic approach might be in order. Surprisingly Botox, the same purified protein treatment that dermatologists and plastic surgeons use to relax wrinkles and relieve migraine headaches, is also an effective weapon to combat excessive sweating.
Botox is made from a neurotoxin (botulinum toxin type A), a poison that affects the nervous system. Low doses are beneficial for amongst other things, excessive sweating, but in high doses, it can be deadly.
Approximately 3% of the population sweats excessively (otherwise known as Hyperhidrosis in professional circles) which affects both men and women. In addition to under the arms, Hyperhidrosis can occur on the face, hands, groin, and feet and is thought to be hereditary or caused by underlying issues such as menopause, obesity, or hyperthyroidism. Some try to put a band-aid on the situation by using powder, prescription antiperspirants, or pads to manage and disguise excess moisture, but when it gets to a point that the unsightliness and odor become a preoccupation, a permanent solution may be in order.
The trained professionals at Pure Laser USA offer a treatment that is quick and relatively painless and the results can be seen within a couple of weeks. The physician simply draws small dots in the affected area about 1 cm apart. To minimize pain, the physician will apply a topical numbing cream before the procedure and then incorporate an air machine in the area to further decrease discomfort. The average patient will need about 100 units of Botox depending on the area size and severity, which is injected where the dots were drawn and the procedure is over in about 15 minutes.
The side effects may include a little bruising for a day or so, and perhaps some minor redness. The results vary from patient to patient depending on the exercise or stress level, but the end result is a better quality of life that is free from sweat, odor, and less worry about ruined clothes or first impressions.
While this therapeutic procedure for Hyperhidrosis is considered a cosmetic procedure, the FDA also classifies it as a medical condition so some insurances may cover it. The treatment has a 95% success, and approximately three million Americans use this FDA-approved treatment. Visit Pure Laser USA at one of their many locations or online to set up an appointment.
June 17 2022