Get on with your life and leave the burden of excessive sweat behind - a non-invasive solution with lasting results!
- New technology for treating excessive underarm sweating
- Uses proven F.D.A. cleared laser technology to effectively reduce excessive underarm sweating
- Long-lasting results from just one treatment
- Long history of success in Europe; now available in the United States
- Only requires local anesthesia
Treating Hyperhidrosis with LaserDry
Excessive underarm sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis), affects up to 5% of the world’s population suffer from persistent underarm sweating. Few people are aware that there is finally a way to combat this irritating, embarrassing condition.
Treating Excessive Underarm Sweating with LaserDry laser therapy for excessive underarm sweating uses F.D.A. cleared technology to diminish the number of sweat glands found in the armpit, bringing unmanageable perspiration under control for most patients.
The LaserDry procedure is minimally invasive, using a laser handpiece directly on the underarm. Usually the procedure takes around one hour. It is performed under local anesthesia, with patients awake and comfortable during the procedure. Patients are able to immediately return to their lives after the procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Does LaserDry Work?
LaserDry uses Cynosure’s laser technology to selectively target the tissue surrounding the sweat glands in the underarm area. Sweat glands are destroyed by the laser wavelength and gently suctioned out of the treatment area.
What happens during the procedure?
Two small incisions are made on the outer edges of the armpit and the area is filled with tumescent numbing fluid. Then the laser is passed repeatedly through the area, destroying the majority of the sweat glands. Once under way, the treatment takes about one hour.
Does LaserDry hurt?
Most patients find the LaserDry procedure to be very minimally painful, usually a 1 or 2 on a scale of 10.. During the procedure, the patient is fully conscious and able to talk to staff or just relax and listen to music. Some slight residual tenderness may be present for a day or two in rare occasions.
What is the downtime with LaserDry?
The procedure takes about an hour. Patients are able to walk out ad return to their usual routine. One exception is exercise, which is off limits for a week after the procedure.
Who is a Good Candidate for LaserDry?
In most cases, we see patients who find their sweating frequently interferes with their life. Anyone whose life is negatively affected by excessive, uncontrollable underarm perspiration is a good candidate for LaserDry.
If I plan to have it done shortly, what should I do in preparation?
It is important to cease any use of blood thinners if your treatment is upcoming. Examples include: thin the aspirin (or products containing aspirin}, vitamin E, ibuprofen, fish oil, herbal supplements and St. John’s Wort. Smokers should quit immediately.
How Much Does LaserDry Cost?
For our latest LaserDry pricing, please call us at (561) 800-4836 . We can answer any questions you may have about this treatment and others.