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I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist if you are interested in Botox or facial fillers in the state of California. There are many other fields who may be attempting to use these products, but you must consider their experience and their knowledge of the anatomy and complications of the products.You probably wouldn't go to a plastic surgeon for a dental cleaning, so consider carefully before going to a dentist for a cosmetic facial procedure.Best wishes,Dr. Bruno
Dear LundelhullThe practice of dentistry in California is regulated by the State. The Dental board of California is charged with the oversight of Dental professionals in the state of California. In California, it is illegal for general dentists to use Botox and fillers cosmetically. However, there is an exception for dentists who have completed residencies in oral maxillofacial surgery. These individuals can apply through the Dental Board of California for an Elective Facial Cosmetic Surgery permit. There are two categories for these permits. Category I relates to cosmetic facial surgery and Category II relates to the use of cosmetic fillers and BOTOX. The details of this system can be found in the California business and profession code Section 1638.1. Currently, there are 16 Dentists in California that hold these permits. Note that these restrictions do not apply to oral surgeons who have also graduated from a medical school and are medical doctors. So, if it is your general dentist offering you BOTOX, it is illegal, but if it is one of these highly qualified oral surgeons, it is legal in California. If you have additional questions, I recommend you contact the Dental Board of California.
Yes, it is expected. Botox relaxes the muscle that holds the fatty bags pushed in. This causes worsening of the bags for about one to two weeks. Typically after 2 weeks the muscle starts pushing the bags back inwards. If you received a very small dose then your bags will go back in soon. If it...
BOTOX treatments are safe and have no association with any form of cancer. Thus, there is little cause for concern as far as your multiple myeloma and BOTOX treatment having any interaction or problem.
Yes. This is correct, but these areas should be injected by an experienced physician as there can be droopiness of the lower eyelid, more swelling of preexisting bags and the lip can droop or you may find it difficult to give a big smile or pronounce certain letters such as “w” or...
