Dr.Weksberg - Toronto Cosmetic Dermatologist

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Dr. Fred Weksberg and Associates
1333 Sheppard Ave. East
Suite 324, Toronto, Ontario M2J 1V1

416-494-4247

BOTOX^® Hyperhidrosis

Dr. Weksberg Servicing Toronto and the GTA, services are for Canadian citizens only.

Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating. The purpose of sweating is to keep a constant body temperature around 37 degrees Celsius. However some areas such as the palms, soles, and armpits do not really contribute to this thermal regulation. Sweating in these areas is triggered more by emotions than heat. It is estimated that 1% of the population suffers from hyperhidrosis. Men and women are equally affected by this problem. A positive family history is commonly seen. It is more common in teenagers and young adults. The areas most affected are the axilla (armpits), and the hands. Although this is a very common problem, individuals may not seek advice because of embarrassment. Hyperhidrosis can be a disabling condition that affects psychological well-being and renders daily work and social life a struggle.

There are many treatments that are available to help control this problem; however at The Weksberg Centre for Cosmetic Dermatology based in Toronto, Ontario, Dr. Fred Weksberg has found that Botox® has become the number one treatment for Hyperhidrosis. Other treatments available include: antiperspirants, (including Drysol), oral medications (glycopyrollate, propantheline), iontophoresis (electrified pads applied to sweating areas), and surgery (removal of skin and sweat glands, liposuction of sweat glands, and endoscopic transthoracic sympathectomy (ETS). The most popular and effective treatment available today is the administration of Botox®. It works by blocking the release of sweat from the sweat glands.

Treatment is simple and involves a quick visit to our Toronto based clinic for a series of tiny injections to the affected areas. For some patients this is less painful then a blood test. The effect is not immediate but will start to take effect within one to two weeks. Sweating may be dramatically reduced, but in some cases may not be totally eliminated. On rare occasions, follow-up injections are needed after two weeks to further reduce sweating. One can expect treatment to reduce sweating for a 4 to 8 month period and in some cases our patients have reported a reduction in sweating for up to one year, however this may vary from person to person. In some instances a patient may not respond to the treatment, fortunately this is very rare.

At The Weksberg Centre for Cosmetic Dermatology in Toronto we have found that Botox® treatments markedly improve the quality of life of patients suffering from Hyperhidrosis.

Side affects are rare but can include the following:

Localized patches of redness or bruising after the needles are administered, this will resolve quickly.
Injection of the hands is somewhat uncomfortable and therefore anesthetic cream and ice may be used to numb the areas prior to treatment.
Feelings of skin tightness or a pins and needles sensation are rare and short lived.
After hand injections, one may notice weakness of the fine hand muscles for several weeks.
This is totally reversible and does not leave any permanent weakness.
Although very rare, one may see increased sweating in other areas after Botox treatment.

Unfortunately because responses vary slightly from patient to patient, one cannot properly guarantee the degree of reduction in sweating or it’s duration of effect. It is vary rare to see a patient without any response. Dr. Weksberg has found patient satisfaction is extremely high with these procedures at his Toronto clinic.

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BOTOX® Hyperhidrosis

BOTOX^® Hyperhidrosis