BOTOX® for Hyperhidrosis
Better than antiperspirants, better than laser therapy, and better than oral medications.
Botox has proven to be a highly effective treatment for hyperhidrosis, not only reducing excessive sweating in the underarms but also in palms and soles of the feet, allowing you to regain your confidence and enjoy life without breaking a sweat.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Botox works for hyperhidrosis by blocking the nerve signals that stimulate the sweat glands, reducing sweating by up to 87%.
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Patients notice a reduction in sweating within a few days to a week after the injections, with full results typically developing after 2 weeks.
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Each patient requires an initial 15-minute consultation to discuss your symptoms, past medications and goals, to understand how hyperhidrosis affects your life and how we can tailor the treatment to your situation.
Each session for hyperhidrosis takes around 30 minutes. Regular follow-up sessions to maintain the benefits and ensure continued relief from hyperhidrosis are recommended every 4 to 12 months.
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Botox injections for hyperhidrosis are often seen as a medical necessity and may be covered by your insurance plan.
You’ll usually need to have tried at least two or more treatments without sufficient relief before asking for Botox injections as a prerequisite for insurance coverage.
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The number of units of Botox needed varies for each person, but on average, a session requires 100 units.
The typical cost for Botox for hyperhidrosis is around $450.
Additionally, there is an injection fee of $150, not typically covered by insurance.