Excessive Sweating Bellevue - Hyperhidrosis Treatment Seattle

Freedom from Excessive Sweating

Permanent solution for excessive underarm sweating with miraDry®, the clinically proven FDA-approved, non-surgical treatment that eliminates sweat and odor glands with lasting results.

The Benefits of miraDry for Hyperhidrosis

Excessive underarm sweating (hyperhidrosis) can significantly impact your quality of life, affecting your confidence, clothing choices, and social comfort. At Pacific Clinic in Bellevue, our miraDry treatment offers a permanent solution with numerous benefits:

Immediate and dramatic reduction in underarm sweat

Permanent elimination of odor-causing glands

Reduced underarm hair growth as a bonus effect

Non-surgical, office-based procedure

No toxins or chemicals involved

Results in 1-2 treatments for most patients

Freedom from daily antiperspirant use

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What is Hyperhidrosis?

Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition characterized by excessive sweating beyond what’s needed for normal body temperature regulation. This condition affects approximately 4.8% of the U.S. population, or about 16.8 million people, causing significant physical and emotional discomfort.

Types of Hyperhidrosis

Primary Focal Hyperhidrosis: This most common form typically begins in adolescence and affects specific areas such as the underarms (axillary hyperhidrosis), palms, soles, or face without an underlying medical cause.

Secondary Generalized Hyperhidrosis: This type is caused by an underlying health condition or medication and often involves sweating all over the body rather than in specific areas.

At Pacific Clinic, we specialize in treating axillary (underarm) hyperhidrosis with MiraDry, a revolutionary FDA-cleared technology that permanently eliminates the sweat and odor glands in the underarm area.

The Impact of Hyperhidrosis

Living with hyperhidrosis can significantly affect your quality of life in numerous ways:

Daily Challenges: Frequent clothing changes, visible sweat stains, and constant concern about body odor

Social Impact: Embarrassment in social situations and reluctance to raise arms

Professional Repercussions: Difficulty with handshakes, presentations, and other workplace interactions

Clothing Limitations: Restricted wardrobe choices and damage to clothing from sweat and strong antiperspirants

Emotional Toll: Decreased self-confidence and anxiety related to the condition

MiraDry offers a permanent solution to these challenges, freeing you from the constant worry associated with excessive underarm sweating.

How miraDry Works

MiraDry is a revolutionary, FDA-cleared device that uses precise microwave energy to target and eliminate sweat and odor glands in the underarm area. This non-invasive technology permanently removes these glands while leaving surrounding tissues unaffected.

The miraDry Difference

Unlike temporary solutions such as antiperspirants, Botox injections, or prescription medications, MiraDry offers a permanent solution to hyperhidrosis. Your body contains approximately 2-4 million sweat glands, with only about 2% located in your underarms. MiraDry eliminates these underarm sweat glands while leaving the rest of your body’s cooling system intact, allowing for normal temperature regulation.

The miraDry system works through a process called thermolysis:

The device precisely delivers controlled microwave energy to the layer of skin where the sweat and odor glands reside

This energy heats and eliminates the glands permanently

The surface of your skin is simultaneously cooled and protected

Your body naturally eliminates the treated glands over time

Since these glands don’t regenerate, the results are permanent

As an added benefit, MiraDry also reduces underarm hair by approximately 70% regardless of hair color, as the same energy that targets sweat glands affects hair follicles in the treatment area.

The MiraDry Treatment Process

1. Comprehensive Consultation

Your journey begins with a thorough consultation with one of our experienced physicians. We’ll discuss your symptoms, medical history, previous treatments you’ve tried, and how hyperhidrosis affects your daily life. This evaluation helps us confirm that miraDry is the appropriate solution for your specific situation.

2. Treatment Preparation

On the day of your treatment, we’ll begin by marking the treatment area in your underarms to identify the regions with the highest concentration of sweat glands. We then administer local anesthesia to ensure your complete comfort throughout the procedure. At Pacific Clinic, our physicians personally administer the anesthesia to ensure optimal comfort during your treatment.

3. The miraDry Procedure

Once the treatment area is properly numbed, we’ll apply the MiraDry handpiece to your underarm. The device gently suctions the skin to bring the sweat glands closer to the surface and then delivers precise microwave energy while simultaneously cooling the skin’s surface for protection. The handpiece is moved across the entire underarm area until all marked regions have been treated. The procedure typically takes about one hour to complete both underarms.

4. Recovery and Results

Following your miraDry treatment, you can expect immediate results with a significant reduction in underarm sweating. Most patients experience some swelling, numbness, or discomfort in the treated area, which typically resolves within a few days to a week. We recommend avoiding intense exercise, water submersion (swimming, hot tub, lake or ocean) for a few days and applying ice to reduce swelling. Many patients return to normal activities the day after treatment, though some prefer to take 1-2 days of recovery time.

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What to Expect After MiraDry

miraDry provides immediate, significant, and permanent results for underarm sweating, odor, and hair reduction. Here’s what you can expect following your treatment:

1. Immediate Benefits

82% average sweat reduction from a single treatment
Immediate decrease in underarm odor
Noticeable reduction in underarm hair

2. Long-term Results

Permanent elimination of treated sweat and odor glands
Lasting freedom from daily antiperspirant use
Continued confidence in various social and professional situations
Expanded wardrobe choices without fear of sweat stains

Satisfaction Rates

Clinical studies show that 90% of patients report significant improvement in their quality of life after miraDry treatment. In our practice, patient satisfaction is exceptionally high, with most reporting that they wish they had discovered this solution years earlier.

While one treatment provides outstanding results for most patients, those with severe hyperhidrosis may benefit from a second treatment for optimal outcomes.

How miraDry Compares to Other Treatments

When considering treatment for hyperhidrosis, it’s helpful to understand how MiraDry compares to other available options:

MiraDry

How it works: Permanently eliminates sweat and odor glands with microwave technology

Number of treatments: Typically one, occasionally two for severe cases

Longevity of results: Permanent

Downtime: Minimal, 1-2 days of reduced activity

Best for: Those seeking a permanent solution without ongoing treatments

Botox Injections

How it works: Temporarily blocks nerve signals to sweat glands

Number of treatments: Repeated every 4-6 months indefinitely

Longevity of results: 4-6 months per treatment

Downtime: None

Best for: Those who prefer temporary solutions or are testing treatments

Prescription Antiperspirants

How it works: Aluminum chloride blocks sweat ducts

Number of treatments: Daily application

Longevity of results: 24-48 hours

Downtime: None, but may cause skin irritation

Best for: Mild cases or as a temporary solution

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, MiraDry is FDA-cleared and has been safely used in over 500,000 treatments worldwide. The procedure specifically targets sweat and odor glands while protecting surrounding tissues, providing a high safety profile. At Pacific Clinic, our physicians personally perform each treatment, ensuring the highest standards of safety and care.

Most patients achieve their desired results with just one MiraDry treatment, experiencing an average of 82% sweat reduction. However, individuals with severe hyperhidrosis may benefit from a second treatment, typically performed 3 months after the first. During your consultation, we’ll evaluate the severity of your condition and recommend the appropriate treatment plan.

Patient comfort is our priority. We use a comprehensive local anesthesia technique to thoroughly numb the treatment area before beginning the procedure. Most patients report feeling only pressure and some warming during treatment. Following the procedure, you may experience swelling, soreness, or numbness in the treated area, which typically resolves within a few days to a week.

No, MiraDry only targets the approximately 2% of your body’s sweat glands located in the underarms. The remaining 98% of your sweat glands throughout your body will continue to function normally, allowing for proper temperature regulation. You’ll still sweat normally in other areas of your body, just not excessively under your arms.

Most patients return to work and normal activities the day after treatment. We recommend avoiding intense exercise for a few days and applying ice to minimize swelling. Some patients, especially those with physically demanding jobs, may prefer to take 1-2 days off to allow initial swelling to subside.

A Proven Solution for Excessive Sweating

Sick of sweating through your shirts? MiraDry permanently eliminates sweat and odor glands. At Pacific Clinic in Bellevue, our physician-led, non-invasive approach allows you to beat stubborn sweat and wear your favorite tops without fear of embarrassment. Our MiraDry sweat treatments are a good alternative to injections and prescription anti-perspirants because they don’t need to be repeated after achieving the desired results.