HYPERHIDROSIS NYC
MIRADRY® FOR EXCESSIVE SWEATING
Dermatology, Laser & Surgery of Carnegie Hill can provide relief for hyperhidrosis in NYC. Hyperhidrosis is a common medical condition affecting over 37 million people in the country. Otherwise known as excessive sweating, hyperhidrosis can make many patients feel embarrassment, anxiousness, or other negative feelings from their condition. The reason many patients feel embarrassed from hyperhidrosis is that it can occur during situations that don’t typically warrant excessive sweating. Watching TV, a leisurely walk at a park, and other non-strenuous activities can still be moments of excessive sweating for those with hyperhidrosis. Dermatology, Laser & Surgery of Carnegie Hill can help you find the treatment needed to move past your hyperhidrosis.
WHAT IS HYPERHIDROSIS?
Hyperhidrosis is a condition that causes overactivity in the sweat glands, making patients excessively sweat a debilitating amount. Hyperhidrosis typically occurs in and on areas more susceptible to sweating, including the hands, feet, armpits, groin, and facial area. However, it can still occur anywhere on the body. Patients can be born with hyperhidrosis, while others develop it later in life. Our NYC dermatologists can diagnose whether you have hyperhidrosis and help you get the treatment you need. Advancements in technology have helped patients keep their hyperhidrosis dormant with long-term, non-invasive treatments. The team at Dermatology, Laser & Surgery of Carnegie Hill can help you choose the hyperhidrosis treatment right for you.
| HYPERHIDROSIS TREATMENT |
| TREATS EXCESSIVE SWEATING AND ODOR |
| WORKS FOR BOTH SWEAT GLANDS AND ODOR-CAUSING GLANDS |
| NON-SURGICAL TREATMENT |
| STOPS PATIENTS FROM REAPPLYING DEODORANT OR ANTIPERSPIRANT THROUGHOUT THE DAY |
| CAN REDUCE SWEAT STAINS AND ODOR STAINS ON CLOTHING |
| LITTLE-TO-NO DOWNTIME OR RECOVERY NEEDED |
| MADE TO ACHIEVE LONG-LASTING RESULTS |
| CAN REDUCE THE APPEARANCE OF ARMPIT HAIR |
WHAT TREATMENTS ARE USED FOR HYPERHIDROSIS?
Treatments for excessive sweating have come a long way. Our dermatologists at Dermatology, Laser, & Surgery of Carnegie Hill offer MiraDry®, Botox®, and laser treatments to help reduce the symptoms of hyperhidrosis.
MiraDry® For Excessive Sweating
MiraDry® uses advanced technology to provide a long-term solution for underarm sweating and odor. It is a non-surgical, FDA-approved treatment for hyperhidrosis. MiraDry® uses miraWave™ energy to treat overactive sweat and odor glands. During your MiraDry® treatment, a specialized handpiece will target sweat glands (otherwise called eccrine glands) and odor glands (also called apocrine glands). The specialized handpiece will create suction to draw your sweat and odor glands closer to the top layer of skin. MiraDry® technology then uses miraWave™ energy to heat and deactivate the sweat and odor glands that are overactive, ultimately reducing sweat and odor.
Botox® For Hyperhidrosis
Botox® is FDA-approved for hyperhidrosis. Botox® is injected into areas typically affected by hyperhidrosis to block nerve signals that signal the body to sweat. Maintenance Botox® treatments are needed about every 6-8 months to maintain the effects.
Laser Hyperhidrosis Treatment
Laser technology can destroy sweat and odor glands using precise laser energy. Laser treatment requires little-to-no downtime and can provide long-lasting results.
| MIRADRY® OVERVIEW |
| USES MIRAWAVE® ENERGY TO TREAT OVERACTIVE SWEAT & ODOR GLANDS |
| COMPLETED IN AS LITTLE AS 30 MINUTES |
| PROVIDES SIGNIFICANT IMPROVEMENTS IN ONE TREATMENT |
| TREATS SWEATING & EXCESSIVE ODOR |
| LITTLE-TO-NO RECOVERY TIME NEEDED |
HOW MANY MIRADRY® TREATMENTS ARE REQUIRED?
In most cases, only 1 MiraDry® treatment is necessary to stop excess sweat and odor. Some patients may need multiple treatment sessions may for the best results. Our dermatologists will create a personalized treatment plan to help eliminate your excess sweating.
AM I A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR MIRADRY® TREATMENT?
If you suffer from excessive sweating or odor and have been diagnosed with hyperhidrosis, MiraDry® treatment may be right for you. Our NYC dermatologists at Dermatology, Laser & Surgery of Carnegie Hill can assess whether MiraDry® is an appropriate treatment during your in-office consultation.
IS ANESTHESIA RECOMMENDED?
General anesthesia is typically not recommended for treatments used to combat excessive sweating. In most cases, local anesthesia is used to numb the treatment area(s).
WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTER MIRADRY® TREATMENT?
There may be some mild bruising, swelling, numbness, or tenderness after MiraDry® treatment. Any side effects should subside within a few days. Patients can resume their normal day-to-day activities after MiraDry® treatment.
WHAT RESULTS CAN I EXPECT FROM HYPERHIDROSIS TREATMENT?
Patients can expect long-lasting results following treatment of hyperhidrosis. Depending on the treatment, maintenance sessions may be needed. If treatment targets odor glands, patients will no longer need to feel obligated to use deodorant.
HOW DO I GET STARTED WITH HYPERHIDROSIS TREATMENT?
The doctors and staff at Dermatology, Laser & Surgery of Carnegie Hill would be happy to discuss hyperhidrosis in more detail. Please give us a call at 646-661-6131 or request an appointment online for a personal consultation at our New York offices.