Medical Botox
Overview
Hyperhidrosis is caused by over-activity of the nerves that stimulate the sweat glands. Botulinum toxin temporarily blocks this nerve signal and reduces sweating by 80–90%.
It can be applied to the underarms, palms and soles. For a problem that directly affects social and working life it is an evidence-based, safe and long-lasting solution — and its effect lasts noticeably longer than other treatments.
Benefits
- An 80–90% reduction in sweating
- A long effect of up to 6–9 months
- Eliminates odour and clothing stains
- A marked improvement in daily comfort and confidence
Who Is It For?
- Patients for whom antiperspirants are not enough
- Anyone sweating excessively from the underarms, palms or soles
- Those experiencing social anxiety because of sweating
Treatment Process
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01
Examination & expression analysis
Your physician assesses muscle strength, expression habits and symmetry, and takes a photographic record.
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02
Building your dose map
Injection points and the number of units required for each muscle are decided together with you.
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The treatment
After topical anaesthetic cream, the treatment is completed with ultra-fine insulin needles.
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04
Day-10 review
We assess the result together and perform a complimentary touch-up if there is any asymmetry or under-correction.
Aftercare
- Do not lie down or bend your head forward for the first 4 hours.
- Do not massage or rub the treated area for 24 hours.
- Avoid sport, sauna, steam rooms and sunbeds for the first 24 hours.
- Avoid alcohol and blood-thinning medication for 48 hours (consult your doctor).
- Make-up may be applied after 6 hours; avoid pressing on the skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Only the glands in the treated area are affected; the body continues to regulate its temperature normally through other regions.
The palms are sensitive, so cooling and topical anaesthetic are used for comfort. The treatment takes about 20 minutes.
On average once or twice a year. For the underarms, the effect frequently lasts up to nine months.
The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not replace a medical examination.
