Can Miradry Be Used on Patients Under 18?

Yes, we have had patients that are in their teenage years.  Extreme sweating can be very distressing, especially during the teen years.

Yes, with parental consent, this can be done.. I have had the treatment and i am an advocate.it is  a safe treatment and less expensive than botox.

Thank you for your question. miraDry is not a covered procedure by insurance. I have treated patients with severe axillary hyperhidrosis in the teenage years with parental consent and it has helped those patients. Newer techniques also allow for a safer and more effective delivery of the procedure.

Although miraDry is
getting a lot of attention recently, it has actually been around for a while.
It has been extensively studied and there is no cancer association. The FDA has
cleared it for safe use as well. The microwave energy only penetrates 4-5mm in
depth and heats up and destroys the sweat and odor glands. The energy does not
reach lymph nodes or deeper structures and it in non-ionizing radiation (the
safe kind, like radiowaves). I have had the procedure done myself and it has
truly been a gift. One and done for 80% of people! In the long term, much more
cost-effective than Botox which has to be repeated every 3-6 months. I have treated patients as young as 14 years old.  Let us
know if we can help in any way.

I am a leading expert on Miradry and have co-authored a book on the subject. Miradry can be performed safely under the age of 18 if there are symptoms. Best, DR. Karamanoukian Los Angeles