Fraxel Not Normally Done by Doctor?

The individual states determine who need to do laser treatment. In New York physician assistants and nurses can do the treatment under the supervision of the doctor. In other states only the physician can peform the laser treatment.  There can be injurious reactions also this is very rare. In my practice, I perform these treatments myself.

Hi Nikki,

I have been using Fraxel lasers since their inception about 6 years ago.  I have performed all of the treatments on my patients.  These lasers are very powerful tools, capable of achieving great results.  On the other hand, they are also capable of causing burns and scars when used improperly.  It may be a few less dollars to have a technician or physician's assistant perform the treatment, but it is your face for the rest of your life.  Would you rather have a board certified expert facial plastic surgeon with 25 years experience with lasers, or a technician work on your face?  Those who have repeatedly told you that "it's done by a physician's assistant" are obviously offices where physician's assistants are performing the procedure.

Choose your laser physician most carefully, especially for your face.

Good luck and be well.

Dr. P    (Encino, CA)

Fraxel may be done by a doctor or an aesthetician depending upon the state’s laws. There are different licensing requirements for different fractionated lasers. In our office fraxel laser treatment is done by the doctor.