Botox® For Sweating Service: Botox has cosmetic and medical uses. In the United States, the FDA has approved it for severe primary underarm sweating in adults when topical treatments do not work well enough. It works by blocking the signals from our nerves to our sweat glands, temporarily reducing our sweat production. A few tiny injections of this safe and effective product can help reduce excessive perspiration, giving our patients relief and confidence they haven’t felt before. There is no need to live in embarrassment or discomfort any longer, our BOTOX® treatment could be the answer you have been searching for.
Botox for Sweating: Quick Answers
- Who injects? Every Botox treatment at 4D is performed by Dr. Abbas Moshkforoush, a family physician with more than 20 years of medical experience and a graduate of the University of British Columbia.
- Which areas? Botox for sweating is most often used for the underarms. It is also used for the hands, feet and scalp; ask Dr. Abbas which areas are right for you.
- How much does it cost? Botox is priced by the number of units used, so your cost depends on the areas treated. Your exact cost is confirmed at your consultation, and the $50 consultation fee is credited toward your treatment. Financing is available.
- How long does it last? Results are temporary and can last several months. Duration varies by treatment area and individual response; Dr. Abbas will discuss when to reassess.
- Is there downtime? Most people go back to normal activities the same day.
- Where are you? Our Edgemont Village clinic is at 3053 Edgemont Blvd, Suite 203, North Vancouver, near West Vancouver.
Who Performs Botox for Sweating at 4D
Every Botox treatment at 4D is performed by Dr. Abbas Moshkforoush, a family physician with more than 20 years of medical experience and a graduate of the University of British Columbia. 4D Skin Care Clinic is an independent, locally owned clinic in Edgemont Village. Our North Vancouver clinic opened in 2017, and our family’s skin care clinic history began in 1993.
How Much Does Botox for Sweating Cost in North Vancouver?
Botox is priced per unit, so the cost depends on the areas treated and the number of units your plan needs. Your plan and total are confirmed at your consultation before treatment. Your $50 consultation fee is credited toward treatment, and financing is available. Some private extended health plans may cover the Botox medication for excessive underarm sweating, subject to eligibility and prior approval. Ask your insurer separately about medication, consultation and injection fees before treatment.
Your Appointment, Step by Step
- Consultation: where and when sweating happens, your medical history, medications and previous treatments.
- Plan and cost: the areas, the number of units and the total, confirmed with you.
- Treatment: a series of small injections into the skin of the treated area; usually a short appointment.
- Results: sweating decreases gradually; improvement is often noticeable within 7 to 10 days.
Aftercare and When to Contact Us
Dr. Abbas gives you aftercare instructions for your treatment. Most people return to their usual routine the same day. Always follow the instructions you receive at 4D, and contact the clinic at 604-971-5225 with any concern. Seek urgent medical care for difficulty swallowing, breathing or speaking.
To learn more about the condition itself, see excessive sweating. For wrinkle treatment with Botox, see Botox and anti-wrinkle injections.