Was about to get a laser surgery procedure done at a laser clinic. But my friend said that a nurse is not the right person to do laser resurfacing. He thought only a dermatologist should do lasers. Is this true? Who is most trained in laser treatments of the skin?
Answer: Board Certified Dermatologist
Helpful
Answer: Board Certified Dermatologist
Helpful
January 8, 2010
Answer: Laser is a powerful tool A laser is broadly defined as "light amplified by stimulated emission of radiation", and more narrowly defined by the specific wavelength of the laser. For cosmetic purposes, it definitely belongs only in the hands of a Physician specifically trained in the cosmetic use of lasers. This is defined by a certain "core group" of Physicians, which include Facial Plastic Surgeons, Plastic Surgeons, Dermatologists, and Occuloplastic Surgeons. A wide variety of lasers can provide aesthetic enhancements, when used properly. Alternatively, a laser is a powerful tool that can produce complications when used improperly or when in the wrong hands.
Helpful
January 8, 2010
Answer: Laser is a powerful tool A laser is broadly defined as "light amplified by stimulated emission of radiation", and more narrowly defined by the specific wavelength of the laser. For cosmetic purposes, it definitely belongs only in the hands of a Physician specifically trained in the cosmetic use of lasers. This is defined by a certain "core group" of Physicians, which include Facial Plastic Surgeons, Plastic Surgeons, Dermatologists, and Occuloplastic Surgeons. A wide variety of lasers can provide aesthetic enhancements, when used properly. Alternatively, a laser is a powerful tool that can produce complications when used improperly or when in the wrong hands.
Helpful
November 23, 2009
Answer: Expert physician who customizes pre-op and post-op skin care most qualified Board-certified Dermatologists are the most trained in laser treatments of the skin as the pre-op and post-op skin care routines must be customized to maximize the clinical benefits and minimize potential complication associated with laser resufacing. Ideally, you should seek out an experienced physician who has performed more than 50 cases of your skin type.
Helpful
November 23, 2009
Answer: Expert physician who customizes pre-op and post-op skin care most qualified Board-certified Dermatologists are the most trained in laser treatments of the skin as the pre-op and post-op skin care routines must be customized to maximize the clinical benefits and minimize potential complication associated with laser resufacing. Ideally, you should seek out an experienced physician who has performed more than 50 cases of your skin type.
Helpful
November 17, 2009
Answer: Training not title determine qualifications Regardless of the procedure undertaken, training determines competency. Whether that trainind comes inthe form of an MD designation or a laser competency course is debatable, but whoever you choose, make sure they have performed the procedure hundreds if not thousands of times. Generally speaking, more ablative procedures with greater potential for side effects should be reserved for the most experienced laser practitioners.
Helpful
November 17, 2009
Answer: Training not title determine qualifications Regardless of the procedure undertaken, training determines competency. Whether that trainind comes inthe form of an MD designation or a laser competency course is debatable, but whoever you choose, make sure they have performed the procedure hundreds if not thousands of times. Generally speaking, more ablative procedures with greater potential for side effects should be reserved for the most experienced laser practitioners.
Helpful
Answer: Laser Resurfacing
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
Answer: Laser Resurfacing
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
