miraDry: A Permanent Solution for Excessive Underarm Sweating, Hair and Odor
What Is miraDry?
miraDry is an FDA-cleared, non-surgical treatment designed to permanently reduce excessive underarm sweating, odor, and hair. Using thermal energy, miraDry targets and destroys sweat and odor glands without surgery, providing a long-lasting solution for those struggling with hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) or simply looking to stay dry and confident.
The Benefits of miraDry
- Permanent Results: Once sweat glands are destroyed, they do not regenerate.
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Immediate Reduction: Many patients notice a
significant decrease in sweating after just one treatment.
Two treatments are recommended for optimal results. - Non-Invasive: Non-surgical, and no stitches required.
- Odor Reduction: miraDry eliminates odor-causing glands along with sweat glands.
- Hair Reduction: As a bonus, miraDry can reduce underarm hair (including light-colored hair).
- Minimal Downtime: Most patients return to regular activity (like returning to work) immediately. Exercise is typically resumed within several days.
Who Is a Good Candidate for miraDry?
miraDry is ideal for individuals who
- Suffer from excessive underarm sweating (primary axillary hyperhidrosis).
- Experience frequent sweat stains or discomfort from sweating.
- Want to reduce underarm odor and hair.
- Prefer a long-term alternative to antiperspirants, Botox, or prescription treatments.
How Does miraDry Work?
miraDry uses microwave energy to heat and destroy sweat and odor glands in the underarms while keeping the surrounding tissue safe. Since your body has millions of sweat glands (and only about 2% are in the underarms), eliminating these glands does not affect your body's ability to regulate temperature.
What to Expect During Treatment
- Consultation: A personalized evaluation to determine if miraDry is right for you.
- Preparation: Shaving 4-6 days prior, no deodorant/antiperspirant the day of and wear loose clothing.
- Treatment: The miraDry device delivers thermal energy to the sweat and odor glands, effectively eliminating them.
- Duration: The procedure takes about 60–90 minutes per session.
Post-Treatment Care and Downtime
- Immediately After: Some mild swelling, redness, and tenderness are expected.
- Pain Management: Ice packs and over-the-counter pain relievers help ease discomfort
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Restrictions: Avoid strenuous exercise and excessive
heat (hot showers, saunas) for 24–48 hours.
Strenuous activity should be avoided for several days after treatment so this should be separated from excessive heat - Healing: Any swelling typically resolves within a few days to a few weeks.
Most patients return to regular activity (like returning to work) immediately. Exercise is typically resumed within several days.
What to Expect After Treatment
- Sweat Reduction: Up to 82% reduction in underarm sweat after 2 treatments.
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Odor Reduction: A significant decrease in
odor-causing bacteria.
89% no longer bothered by odor. - Hair Reduction: Some permanent underarm hair loss, even in lighter hair colors.
- Long-Term Benefits: Since sweat glands do not regenerate, results are permanent.
Most patients return to regular activity (like returning to work) immediately. Exercise is typically resumed within several days.
Cost of miraDry Treatments
Ready to take the next step? Schedule a consultation with our experts to discuss your goals and how we can help you achieve them. We will work with you to customized approach that matches your budget and timetable.
For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact Dermatology Specialists of McKinney today. Take control of excessive sweating and experience long-lasting confidence with miraDry!