miraDry in King of Prussia & Exton, PA
Top 10 North America
Provider 2023
Discover the noninvasive miraDry solution, a cutting-edge treatment that takes only about three hours to complete. With most patients witnessing significant results after just one session, miraDry offers a comfortable and effective way to target and eliminate sweat and odor glands in the underarms.
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miraDry is the first and only FDA-approved, non-invasive treatment that safely and effectively reduces excess underarm sweat and odor. Patients typically see an 80% sweat reduction, 60% odor reduction, and a 50% hair reduction at 12 months. The treatment is noninvasive and takes about three hours to complete. Most patients see results after one treatment, though a second may be needed to reach the desired effects. The miraDry system targets and destroys sweat and odor glands in your underarms. These glands do not grow back once they are destroyed. miraDry’s proprietary miraWave technology is the ideal wavelength for eliminating sweat and odor glands in the underarm. It non-invasively targets the area where the sweat glands reside and safely destroys them while cooling your skin for added comfort.
Am I a Candidate for miraDry?
If you are seeking a lasting solution to excess underarm sweat and odor, miraDry may be the ideal treatment for you. Our experienced medical professionals specialize in miraDry, the first FDA-approved, non-invasive procedure designed to safely and effectively reduce underarm sweat and odor. With a track record of achieving an 80% reduction in sweat, 60% reduction in odor, and a 50% reduction in hair at the 12-month mark, miraDry offers substantial results.
miraDry Procedure
The miraDry procedure is a revolutionary, non-invasive treatment designed to provide a lasting solution to excess underarm sweat and odor. Utilizing the FDA-approved miraDry system, our experienced medical professionals target and destroy sweat and odor glands in the underarms, offering significant and enduring results.
Recovery After miraDry
One of the notable advantages of miraDry is its minimal downtime and straightforward recovery process. Most patients can resume their regular activities immediately after the procedure. While some individuals may experience temporary swelling, redness, or mild discomfort in the treated area, these effects are generally short-lived and easily manageable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Don’t I Need Those Sweat Glands?
Believe it or not, the sweat glands in your armpits are unnecessary. You are born with approximately 2 million sweat glands throughout your body—your underarms only contain about 2% of those glands. With miraDry, you will experience the many benefits of stopping sweat in the underarm area, but you will continue to sweat elsewhere.
What is the miraDry Procedure Like?
First, we clean your underarms to remove the pre-prescribed numbing cream. We take photos of the treatment area for our records, then outline the hairline of the underarm. We clean the underarms again to ward off the risk of infection, then inject local anesthetic through small needles. Then, we measure the underarms and apply a temporary tattoo to guide the miraDry pulses. We apply lubricant to the underarm, then begin to lay down the pulses. We do one underarm at a time so patients can lie comfortably. The procedure takes 2-3 hours, depending on the underarm size.
Are There Any Side Effects Associated with miraDry?
The most common side effects are swelling, discomfort, tenderness, soreness, and bruising. Some patients experience an altered sensation, which typically goes away. You may experience redness and bumps in the area, hyperpigmentation, and numbness or tingling. There is also a risk of ulcerations, rashes, scarring, and infection. To prevent a side effect known as tight banding, we give you stretches, which patients should start 3-4 days after their procedure.
Who Should Not Have miraDry?
People with a pacemaker or an ICD, are on supplementary oxygen, are pregnant, have issues with anesthesia, or have had surgery in the underarm area are not eligible for the miraDry treatment.
What Should I Do to Prepare for the Procedure?
We recommend shaving 3-4 days before the treatment. We need minor hair growth in the area to use as a guide for the pulses. We prescribe an antibiotic to begin taking one day before the procedure. We also prescribe EMLA cream, which should be administered 90 minutes prior to the appointment. You should arrive with the EMLA cream on your underarms. We recommend wearing a loose tank top that will not rub the treatment area after the procedure, as it can be uncomfortable.
Is There Any Downtime Associated with miraDry?
Most patients experience minimal downtime and can return to regular activity shortly after the procedure. Patients need to keep the treatment area clean and continue the antibiotic. We recommend wearing loose tops and avoiding sleeveless tops for 1-2 weeks. During the first few days, we strongly recommend icing and using ibuprofen around the clock to aid in swelling. Patients should not shave or use deodorant for the first week. Once you are ready to shave and apply deodorant, use a brand-new razor and deodorant to avoid the risk of infection. Patients should avoid any vigorous activity for 1-2 weeks. Please also check out our post-care guidelines.