Can RN's Administer Botox and Dermal Fillers in the State of Florida?

Each state has individual laws regarding who can administrate injections.  Although nurses can do a fine job, the understanding of anatomy is crucial in being able to deliver the best treatment for mscle relaxation by botox.

In some states nurses may legally inject Botox and fillers. Even in states where that practice is allowed, the question is whether you would want the expertise of a physician who has studied the anatomy of the face and has detailed knowledge of where the muscles, nerves and boney structures are located and fully understands the risks of placing a product in the wrong location, or whether you want a nurse who will never have the level of training or expertise of a physician.

Even among physicians there will be differences. Physicians of any specialty can inject fillers and Botox, but some physicians may do so occasionally, and others have made it a daily part of their professional lives. In my opinion, the adage that practice makes perfect applies.

To a get a good result for any procedure:


Always seek the most experienced physician for any procedure you are considering

Ask the doctor how many they have done

Ask about complications and how often that physician has had them

Ask to see photos of similar patients' results

In Florida, RN's cannot administer Botox or Dermal Fillers.  Nurse Practitioners, and PA's can in Florida, under the supervision of a physician.  In my practice, I administer all the Botox and fillers.  I feel that the evaluation and recognition of early complications from filler is best done by a physician.