Should this procedure be done by an MD, or would it be safe to have an experienced esthetician (but with only a few months experience with the Vivace) perform this? Is it somewhat robotic in nature, or is there room for operator error? Concerned about the possibility skin damage.
January 27, 2020
Answer: Vivace For Skin Texture and Antiaging Hi and thanks for your question! In our office, my three providers perform these types of procedures, such as Vivave and all lasers and all injections. Jennifer is an NP and Carla and Cory are PA's. Not sure how other offices are setup, but when there is "energy" being delivered, the potential for issues, side effects etc is a little increased and our providers have 15+ years experience with non-surgical aesthetic treatments and lasers, etc. Additionally, in our office, my providers go through advanced training for these treatments, so we are sure to offer the patient the maximum benefit, safely.Best, Dr. Grant Stevens
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January 27, 2020
Answer: Vivace For Skin Texture and Antiaging Hi and thanks for your question! In our office, my three providers perform these types of procedures, such as Vivave and all lasers and all injections. Jennifer is an NP and Carla and Cory are PA's. Not sure how other offices are setup, but when there is "energy" being delivered, the potential for issues, side effects etc is a little increased and our providers have 15+ years experience with non-surgical aesthetic treatments and lasers, etc. Additionally, in our office, my providers go through advanced training for these treatments, so we are sure to offer the patient the maximum benefit, safely.Best, Dr. Grant Stevens
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November 6, 2018
Answer: Vivace treatments by estheticians The laws on which professionals are able to perform treatments like the Vivace vary from state to state. In California, for example, estheticians are not permitted to perform these treatments, which in my opinion is prudent. At my clinic, Vivace treatments are performed by my RN, who has years of training in lasers and device treatments, in addition of course to her medical training as a nurse. These treatments are powerful and there should be physician oversight for individuals performing them.
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November 6, 2018
Answer: Vivace treatments by estheticians The laws on which professionals are able to perform treatments like the Vivace vary from state to state. In California, for example, estheticians are not permitted to perform these treatments, which in my opinion is prudent. At my clinic, Vivace treatments are performed by my RN, who has years of training in lasers and device treatments, in addition of course to her medical training as a nurse. These treatments are powerful and there should be physician oversight for individuals performing them.
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