Botox for excessive sweating works
Using Botox in the underarms, hands, feet, and face is a very effective treatment for excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis). I have patients who undergo the treatment because they sweat through one or more shirts in a day, and patients who get treated prior to a big event, such as a wedding, big speech or presentation.
Everyone has found the treatment to be very satisfying or even life-changing. A typical person uses at least 100 units of Botox, and insurance companies may not cover the cost of the procedure. But for 6 months or more of improvement, most find the treatment to be well worth it. (Richie L. Lin, MD, Summit Dermatologic Surgeon)
Botox for Hyperhidrosis
Botox Help Hyperhidrosis
The efficacy of the treatment varies so patient selection is key. (Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS, West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon)
Botox is great for excessive sweating or hyperhidrosis
Botox is an FDA and Health Canada approved drug for treatment of excess sweating in areas like the underarms, hands and feet.
In Ontario, almost all third party insurance companies will cover the cost of the drug.
Most people will find dramatic relief for up to a year. The procedure is fairly quick with minimal discomfort. (David A. F. Ellis, MD, Toronto Facial Plastic Surgeon)
Botox works fine for excess sweating or hyperhidrosis
Botox is a FDA approved therapy for excessive sweating in the underarms. It’s consistently effectively, nearly 100% of the time in the hands of experienced injectors.
Most in California choose to pay out of pocket $1000 to $1400 for both pairs of underarms or palms every 6 months. (William Ting, MD, Bay Area Dermatologic Surgeon)
Botox For Hyperhidrosis (Excess Sweating)
Botox can be very effective to control excess sweating or hyperhidrosis. The most common areas for Botox use for treatment of hyperhidrosis include the axilla (arm pits) and palms of the hand.
There are other cases that I see in my office that involve aberrant, or abnormal, nerve innervation of the face.
This particular condition can result in excess sweating while eating.
The good news is that most patients who receive Botox for hyperhidrosis tend to enjoy a much longer result compared to those who use Botox for control of unwanted skin creases. (John M. Hilinski, MD, San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon)
Botox is great for hyperhidrosis
I love Botox for hyperhidrosis. I use it only under the arms, since injecting the hands and feet is way too painful.
Under the arms it works like a charm and lasts 6 months or better in most patients.
Good news is most insurance companies are now covering this procedure with a pre-approval. (Patricia Farris, MD, Metairie Dermatologic Surgeon)
Botox for Sweaty Armpits.
Botox for hyperhydrosis is FDA approved and does work well. The procedures are most often used for the hands and underarms.
They require many more units than for traditional cosmetic use of Botox and there’s a good chance they may not be covered by your insurance plan. But this is a great option for those that suffer from hyperhydrosis. (Harold J. Kaplan, MD, Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon)
Botox and Sweating
Botox is an excellent choice for excessive perspiration. A conservative approach is typically advocated first, with simple solutions tried first.
If these prove to be unsuccessful, Botox can help excessive sweating which can be critical for many people (i.e. a lawyer in a trial, actor / actress, etc). (Anil R. Shah, MD, Chicago Facial Plastic Surgeon)
BOTOX for hyperhidrosis is amazing
I have used BOTOX for hyperhidrosis for several years with outstanding results, and possibly my happiest patients.
It is not only a very very safe treatment that treats only the affected area, but also is very consistently effective in everyone.
Most patients have 6-12 months improvement, and this is partly based on how much BOTOX is injected.
I have treated hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating in the armpits, groin, hands, feet, scalp, face and even trunk with great results. (Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC, Toronto Dermatologic Surgeon)