MEDICAL BOTOX FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 Hyperhidrosis, more commonly known as excessive sweating, can significantly affect a person’s quality of life. In some cases, problematic sweating is limited to one area of the body, such as the underarms or feet, a condition called focal hyperhidrosis. Other cases are more generalized, with sweating over large areas of the body. The most common areas affected by hyperhidrosis are the scalp, underarms, hands, feet and groin area.
Botox—often associated with cosmetic wrinkle reduction—is also a particularly effective treatment for focal hyperhidrosis. Botox injections use botulinum toxin to block the nerve signals responsible for sweating, stopping the sweat glands from producing too much sweat. Retreatment is typically needed in four to six months, as the nerves regenerate. Over time, however, patients can go longer between treatments.  

 BOTOX® is indicated for the prophylaxis of headaches in adult patients with Chronic Migraine (MORE THAN 15 days per month with headache lasting 4 hours a day or longer).  

 Botox treatment for  jaw pain or TMJ disorder is a nonsurgical, outpatient procedure. Your healthcare provider can perform it right in their office. Each treatment session typically takes 10-30 minutes. You could expect to have at least three injection sessions over the course of several months.  

 Botox prescriptions can be given by your regular family physician.  You then take your prescription to your pharmacy and fill.  Simply bring to your appointment for us to administer.  For TMJ, your dental professional can also write your prescription. 

 Most insurance companies do cover the cost of the botox (typically 80-100% coverage) but not the injection fee.  If you have a Health Spending Account, you can submit your injection fees for coverage.  Contact your insurance provider first beforehand to ensure your prescription is covered.