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Hyperhidrosis Treatment in Perth

Minimise Sweat, Maximise Comfort

Sweating is a normal and important part of regulating body temperature. However, for some people, the sweat glands can become overactive, leading to a condition known as hyperhidrosis.

Hyperhidrosis causes excessive sweating that can occur even when you are not hot or exercising. It can affect everyday activities, clothing choices, self-confidence and overall quality of life.

At The Lime Tree Clinic in Perth, we offer a non-surgical treatment option for localised excessive sweating, including areas such as the underarms, hands and feet.

Who is Hyperhidrosis Treatment Suitable For?

Hyperhidrosis treatment may be suitable for people experiencing:

  • Excessive underarm sweating
  • Sweaty palms or hands
  • Excessive sweating of the feet
  • Excessive forehead sweating
  • Sweating that occurs without an obvious trigger
  • Sweating that interferes with clothing or everyday activities
  • Localised excessive sweating that is difficult to manage with standard antiperspirants

Before treatment, our cosmetic doctor or nurse will assess your medical history and symptoms to determine whether treatment is appropriate and whether there may be an underlying cause for your excessive sweating.

Treatment Summary

  • Treatment Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
  • Downtime: Minimal downtime is generally expected
  • Potential Risks or Side Effects: Temporary redness, bruising, soreness or sensitivity may occur. Other potential effects can include excessive dryness, insufficient results or temporary muscle weakness.
  • Results: Results begin to appear relatively quickly, with the full effect generally developing within one week
  • Maintenance: Results are temporary and may last 6-12 months. Maintenance treatments are recommended every 6-8 months
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How Does Hyperhidrosis Treatment Reduce Excessive Sweating?

Hyperhidrosis occurs when the nerves responsible for signalling the sweat glands become overactive.

Treatment works by temporarily reducing the chemical signals between these nerves and the sweat glands in the targeted area.

When these signals are reduced, the treated sweat glands temporarily produce less sweat.

The treatment is localised, meaning it focuses specifically on the areas where excessive sweating is causing concern rather than preventing the body from sweating altogether.

Why Does Excessive Sweating Happen?

Sweating is controlled by the nervous system and plays an important role in helping regulate body temperature.

With hyperhidrosis, the nerves that activate the sweat glands can become overactive, causing the glands to produce more sweat than the body needs for temperature regulation.

For some people, excessive sweating occurs without an obvious underlying cause. For others, increased sweating may be associated with another medical condition or certain medications.

This is why your medical history and symptoms should be assessed before treatment rather than simply treating the sweating itself.

Book your hyperhidrosis consultation today!

To find out more about Hyperhidrosis treatment and our wide range of anti-aging treatments at The Lime Tree Clinic in West Perth, get in touch with us or give us a call on (08) 6266 4936.

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Clinic Update

In line with the latest TGA guidelines, we are unable to display specific cosmetic treatments or pricing online (including treatments commonly searched for such as Botox, anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers). However, please rest assured that our full range of services remains available. To ensure the best results for your individual skin concerns and goals, we recommend booking a consultation with our experienced cosmetic doctor or nurse. During this appointment, we will assess your skin and create a personalised treatment plan tailored specifically to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Hyperhidrosis treatment work by temporarily blocking the chemical signals from the sympathetic nerves that stimulate the sweat glands. When the signals are stopped, so does the sweat. Our cosmetic doctor or nurse will access your medical history to rule out any underlying causes for your hyperhidrosis and determine your suitability for this treatment.

All cosmetic treatments carry some level of risk. At The Lime Tree Clinic, your safety is our top priority. Before any procedure, our experienced cosmetic doctor or nurse will carefully assess your suitability to ensure the treatment is appropriate for you.

To minimise risk, all procedures are performed with a gentle, precise approach by qualified professionals with extensive experience. This helps further reduce the chance of complications. However, as with any cosmetic procedure, there may be some mild and temporary side effects, including:

  • Excessive dryness
  • Insufficient results
  • Redness
  • Bruising
  • Soreness
  • Sensitivity
  • Muscle weakness

All potential risks, side effects, and aftercare will be thoroughly discussed with you during your consultation to ensure you are fully informed and comfortable before proceeding.

The most commonly treated areas are the underarms. It can also be administered to other areas such as the forehead, palms/hands, and feet.

The procedure usually takes about 20 minutes, and has minimal downtime. The procedure starts with a test to map the target areas followed by cleansing with anti-septic solution. The treatment is conducted by injection via fine needles into the specific target areas. You may experience a slight discomfort, like the sting of an ant for a few seconds. Numbing cream is applied before treatment to minimise any discomfort.

At The Lime Tree Clinic, we are committed to providing exceptional care every step of the way. To help you get the most from your treatment, we have created comprehensive pre- and post-treatment care instructions outlining how to prepare for your appointment and care for your skin afterwards.

Please click here to view our full pre- and post-treatment care instructions.

Results are seen quickly and take a week to reach full potential. This treatment is not a permanent solution and may last for 6 to 12 months. For most individuals, we recommend top-up treatments every 6 to 8 months to continue the desired results.

In line with the latest TGA guidelines, we are unable to display specific cosmetic treatments or pricing online. However, please rest assured that our full range of services remains available. To ensure the best results for your individual skin concerns and goals, we recommend booking a consultation with our experienced cosmetic doctor or nurse. During this appointment, we will assess your skin and create a personalised treatment plan tailored specifically to you.

Please refer to our booking page, or get in contact with one of our friendly staff members at (08) 6266 4936 or [email protected] to book your consultation. 

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