Botox??

[goldenfingers]

I was wondering if there is any rules on who is allowed to give Botox as a cosmetic treatment in the US.. One of my friends who is a periodontist just took a 2 day CE course on Botox!! I also heard that PCPs , OBGYN and even NPs are providing that too!

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[buck-E]

I was wondering if there is any rules on who is allowed to give Botox as a cosmetic treatment in the US.. One of my friends who is a periodontist just took a 2 day CE course on Botox!! I also heard that PCPs , OBGYN and even NPs are providing that too!

It depends on your state regulations. In general use of Botox as a cosmetic treatment does not fall into the scope of dentistry. Some states have ruled on this, while others have not. Extra malpractice coverage may be required. Below is a link to the MN board of dentistry, see their response under "Facial Cosmesis and Pain Management."

http://www.dentalboard.state.mn.us/BoardResolutions/tabid/1068/Default.aspx

 

[efficient]

Agree with post above. It depends on the state. Also it needs to fall in the scope of dentistry.

 

[DrTacoElf]

Dual degree OMFS will come in handy for this