This summer is bringing record-breaking temperatures, and if you suffer from a sweating condition like hyperhidrosis or just dislike the feeling of excessive underarm perspiration while living your day-to-day life, there’s a cutting-edge, permanent solution for you.
Turning Pointe Plastic Surgery, founded by Karl B. Hiatt MD, was the first to bring the miraDry treatment to Mesa, and it’s become one of the office’s most popular procedures, attracting clients from all over the state.
“People think about sweating most during the summer, but anyone with hyperhidrosis thinks about it even when it’s 40 degrees out and they’re still sweating,” said registered nurse Christina Allen, who has been with the practice for 17 years.
One of the most attractive benefits of miraDry is the permanent results.
“We get a lot of patients who have already tried Botox to reduce sweating,” said Christina. “Every patient is different but sometimes Botox only works for three months, sometimes it works for six months, but they have to continuously get those expensive Botox injections, where miraDry is a permanent solution.”
In addition to decreasing perspiration by 82 percent, miraDry also reduces odor by 74 percent and even reduces up to 50 percent of underarm hair growth.
The procedure is painless and offers immediate results. A numbing agent is applied, and after 15 to 20 minutes the procedure begins. Patients might see some swelling and bruising that can be treated with ice and ibuprofen, along with keeping the area clean and sanitary. Patients typically have no downtime and are back to work the next day.
“Patients are super happy with the results and tell us they wish they would have done it a long time ago, or known about it a long time ago,” said Christina.
Most clients only require one treatment, but approximately 15 percent of patients require a second treatment, which is offered at half price.
In addition to miraDry, Turning Pointe Plastic Surgery is also seeing many patients choose laser hair removal or enjoy facial services, like micropeels and photofacials for smoother, brighter skin.
The practice also offers a variety of high-quality skincare products and can work with patients to build their skincare routine with sunscreen being especially important for the summer months.
For more information on Turning Pointe Plastic Surgery’s offerings, visit drhiatt.com, or call (480) 844-1410. Dr. Hiatt’s office and surgery center are located at 4540 E. Baseline Road, Suite 117, Mesa.