More and more commonly, practioners without cosmetic surgery training, without surgical training, and even without a medical license are performing a whole host of cosmetic procedures, from Botox to Lasers, Lipo to breast augmentation. Whether or not an individual "can" perform a procedure legally or adequately is certainly a good question, but the more important one is whether or not they should perform it on you? In the end, it is your body and your investment, and I would highly recommend going to someone with the proper credentials and qualifications to perform the procedure properly. Ask yourself a couple of questions:First, why is the dentist, who has no formal training in this field, offering this procedure?Second, would you go to a plastic surgeon to clean your teeth or perform a root canal? Use your best judgement and pick the individual who can give you the best chance at an excellent result.Dr. S
In the United States, the laws vary from state to state. Ethics are a different matter. They are the same in every state.Botox is a medical procedure with risks and complications. Anyone can (and does) inject Botox, I think my dry cleaner is now offering Botox injections, but patients must decide whom they trust the appearance of their face with for a 4 to 6 month period.Personally, I like to have my teeth taken care of by my dentist, have my gastroenterologist take care of my colonoscopy, and when the time comes, have a trained and experienced cosmetic surgeon treat my wrinkles with Botox. Anyone want a root canal?Dr. P
