Underarm sweating and odor, while not pleasant, is a normal part of life. Fortunately, most people are able to control sweat and body odor with deodorant alone. However, many men and women struggle with excessive underarm sweating – a condition known as hyperhidrosis. For patients with hyperhidrosis, everyday life can be difficult and frustrating. If you feel like you are constantly reapplying deodorant, sweating through your clothing, and are embarrassed by your body odor, it may be time to seek help. The professional team at Venus Restorative Health and Wellness Center, led by board-certified medical director Dr. Marcel Thompson, is proud to offer the highly innovative and effective miraDry® treatment system to help Houston, TX patients finally regain their confidence – and their lives – by eliminating excessive underarm sweat once and for all.
Why do we sweat under our arms?
- Exercise
- Heat
- Stress and anxiety
- Diet
- Certain medications
In most cases, sweating is a reaction to one of these factors and is the body’s way of cooling itself down. However, patients with hyperhidrosis produce excessive amounts of underarm sweat at any given time, regardless of whether or not they are under physical or psychological stress.
How does miraDry work?
The advanced miraDry system, developed by Miramar Labs, is a nonsurgical FDA-approved treatment to stop excessive underarm sweating, and it can produce dramatic results for patients suffering from hyperhidrosis. The miraDry technology works by destroying the glands that are responsible for underarm sweat and odor for the long term.
During your miraDry session at Venus Restorative Health and Wellness Center, you will lie comfortably in one of our state-of-the-art treatment rooms and be able to watch your favorite program or listen to music to make your experience more enjoyable. One of our experienced providers will begin by cleaning the armpit and applying a topical anesthetic to help minimize any discomfort associated with the treatment. The first stage of miraDry therapy involves the sweat glands being pulled to the skin’s surface using a gentle suction tool. Finally, the miraWave system uses advanced heat energy to precisely target and destroy the glands.
Each miraDry session lasts about one hour, and patients are generally able to return to their normal daily activities, though it is recommended that strenuous exercises be avoided for 1 – 2 days. Patients may experience redness, swelling, itching, or discomfort at the treatment site, but these symptoms are usually mild and resolve in the first few days after the procedure.
The results of miraDry can be staggering, including:
- Significant reduction in armpit sweat
- Significant reduction in body odor
- Less need for deodorant, if at all
- Boosted confidence and self-esteem
How many miraDry sessions do you need?
The majority of patients require 1 – 2 miraDry treatment sessions to fully eliminate their sweat glands and achieve their ideal results, though some patients may need additional sessions depending on the severity of their condition.
How long does miraDry last?
Once sweat glands have been destroyed using miraDry, they will not regenerate. Patients who undergo miraDry treatment can achieve long-lasting results and finally stop excessive underarm sweating for good.
Is BOTOX® better than miraDry for hyperhidrosis?
While BOTOX has been proven to effectively reduce underarm sweat for some patients, the results are only temporary. Patients who use BOTOX to control hyperhidrosis typically require injections every 3 – 6 months to maintain their results, which can become both costly and inconvenient.
Do I qualify for miraDry?
Most men and women who are in search of a long-lasting way to reduce underarm sweat can be considered candidates for miraDry treatment. In fact, many patients without hyperhidrosis use miraDry as a way to obviate the need for wearing deodorant, which can often contain harmful chemicals. The best way to determine with certainty whether or not miraDry is right for you is to be evaluated by a licensed and knowledgeable provider.
What is the best option for miraDry near me?
Like many treatments, choosing a highly qualified, certified, and experienced provider to perform your miraDry therapy is essential for a successful procedure and ideal outcome. Call Venus Restorative Health and Wellness Center in Bellaire, TX today to schedule your consultation with board-certified physician Dr. Marcel Thompson, and discover more about how miraDry can help you eliminate underarm sweat and odor, feel more confident, and finally regain control of your life.
