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Barrie Plastic Surgery
Non-Surgical

Botox for Hyperhidrosis

Neuromodulator injections that switch off the sweat glands for months at a time. The underarms are the most commonly treated area, and the palms and soles respond to the same treatment.

  • Office treatment room
  • Ice or numbing cream
  • 20 to 30 minutes
  • No downtime
Botox for Hyperhidrosis at Barrie Plastic Surgery

Concerns it addresses

What botox for hyperhidrosis treats

Underarms that soak a shirt

Underarms that soak a shirt

A grid of small injections switches off the sweat glands of the underarm, and the sweating usually drops within about two weeks, for four to six months.

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Also considered for this concern: Botox / Neuromodulators.

Causes+

Hyperhidrosis is sweating far beyond what the body needs to cool itself.

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What to expect

From consultation to final result

The stages below are typical for this procedure. Your own timeline is confirmed at the consultation.

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The first days

What is normal

For most patients, small bumps at the injection points for an hour, a little tenderness, and the occasional pinpoint bruise. The sweating drops over the first week and is at its lowest by two weeks.

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The first two weeks

Getting back to normal

The same day for the underarms. The palms and soles may be tender for a day or two. No deodorant, no shaving and no heavy exercise on the day of treatment; after that, nothing. Palms and soles are best treated when you can rest them for a day.

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The result

How long it lasts

A treatment typically lasts four to six months, sometimes up to a year, and the sweating returns gradually rather than all at once, at which point it is repeated.

Dr. Kamal Tumi, plastic surgeon, Barrie Plastic Surgery

Who performs it

Assessed and performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon

The injections are performed by Dr. Kamal Tumi, a board-certified plastic surgeon, who maps the treatment area at your assessment.

Dr. Kamal Tumi, M.D., F.R.C.S.(C), is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada as a specialist in plastic surgery. He completed his specialist training at McMaster University and a plastic surgery fellowship at the University of Toronto. More than 28 years in practice, over 3,500 surgeries performed.

Consultant plastic surgeon at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie since 2004. A hospital appointment means credentials reviewed by peers and the ability to manage complications directly.

You will not meet one person at the consultation and find someone else holding the syringe. Dr. Tumi injects himself.

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What patients say about the clinic

Patient reviews from Google, names attached. 4.3 average across 67 reviews.

I had my first consultation with Dr. Tumi, and he was beyond fabulous. From the jump, he shook my hand and introduced himself to my daughter and I. He included her in the conversation and even had some laughs with her. This made the situation alot less vulnerable given the reason I was there. He is the second surgeon that I have met with, and wasn't going to be my last, until I decided he was the last. It is because of his honesty, integrity, authenticity and professionalism, that made my choice. I saw some comments in the reviews where people stated he made them feel uncomfortable while getting undressed and for me that did not happen. He was respectful of my space and was sure I was covered appropriately. I went to see him for a breat augmentation and Dr. Tumi did not think an augmentation would be required. I really appreciated that about him, because the first surgeon I met, insisted this procedure, despite me only wanting a lift with fat transfer. This is a huge cost savings for me, and more natural for my body type, and in my opinion. Dr. Tumi did not make me feel rushed with any questions and time was not ever an issue for him. He wanted to be sure I knew all that I needed. His office manager Karyn, was absolutely wonderful and easy to connect with. She took her time to discuss things that I did not think of and even called me over the weekend when I emailed her some more questions. This is above and beyond care. My surgery is April 20th and I know I am in good hands. I will follow this up with further reviews in the future and have no doubt it will be 5 stars across the board. One last thing... of all the reviews, I paid attention to the ones where the patients actually had surgery, not the ones who were disgruntled about the office staff or OHIP issues. After all, it is the surgeon we want precision with, isn't it? Thanks Karyn and Dr. Tumi, for making me comfortable and content.

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Stephanie Leblanc

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I had a great experience with Dr. Tumi and Karyn throughout my entire surgical journey. They were both incredibly kind, patient, and always took the time to answer all of my questions. From my first consultation to my follow-up appointments, they made me feel comfortable, supported, and well cared for. I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone considering.

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Claire

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I had a great experience from start to finish. The service was professional, everything was explained clearly, and the overall experience was positive. I would definitely recommend this place to others.

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Victoria

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What happens, in order

Botox for Hyperhidrosis, start to finish

What botox for hyperhidrosis involves at each stage, from the first consultation through to the result.

Step 01 · Consultation

The consultation

A consultation is an assessment and a conversation, and you are not committing to anything by having one.

  • Assessment of what is actually causing what you see
  • What can be done, what cannot, and what it involves
  • A written quote once the assessment is done
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Botox for Hyperhidrosis treatment process
The in-office procedure room at Barrie Plastic Surgery
Before and Afters

Patient Transformations

Most cases here are patients of this practice, shown with consent. Cases marked “Clinical case” are supplied by the manufacturer. Each practice case followed an assessment by Dr. Tumi and a plan built around that person's anatomy. Results vary by individual.

  • Patients of this practice and labelled clinical cases
  • Assessed and treated by the same surgeon
  • Results that look like you, only rested
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For educational purposes only. Individual results may vary. Patients consent for photos obtained.

An assessment and a conversation.

You do not need to arrive knowing which procedure you want. Describing what bothers you is enough. You are not committing to surgery by booking a consultation.

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Frequently asked questions

Botox for Hyperhidrosis questions,
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The cost depends on the area treated and the dose it needs, so it is quoted at the consultation rather than before it. Not covered by OHIP. Financing is available through Beautifi, Medicard and Credit Medical.

Typically twenty to thirty minutes for the underarms, longer for the palms or soles, and you leave straight afterwards.

None for the underarms beyond ice if you want it. The palms and soles are numbed with a cream, ice or a small nerve block first. It is done in the office treatment room.

None for the underarms. The palms and soles may be tender for a day or two. The sweating drops over the first week and is at its lowest by two weeks.

For most patients, the underarms are a series of brief stings; the palms and soles are more sensitive, which is why they are numbed first.

None for the underarms. A day of tenderness for the palms or soles. No deodorant, shaving or heavy exercise on the day. ---

Typically four to six months, sometimes up to a year. It wears off gradually and is repeated when it does.

The pattern of the sweating answers most of it. Sweating confined to the underarms, palms or soles behaves differently from sweating that is new, one-sided or wakes you at night. The second kind is looked into medically before anything is injected, so your assessment starts with which of those you have.