Are Dental Hygienists Qualified to Administer Botox?
Can dental hygienists give Botox? Please take a seat and get ready to delve into all the intricacies of this captivating question. Now, let us go into the topic of dental hygienists. With their extensive knowledge of oral health, dental hygienists are skilled professionals traditionally acknowledged for preserving the aesthetics of our teeth. Can dental […]
Are Dental Hygienists Allowed To Do Botox?
Doctors aren’t the only ones who can administer Botox and similar botulinum toxin products. While rules vary from state to state, medical professionals including dentists, dental hygienists, nurses and others who have completed a Botox and dermal filler training course may be allowed to provide cosmetic injectable treatments. If you’re a dental hygienist, you’ll have […]
The Australian Dental Board’s Stance on Botox
The most recent statement from the Dental Board of Australia has been made public, and the board has used this opportunity to remind dentists and other practitioners of its interim policy on the use of Botox and other botulinum toxins. The Board’s interim policy on the use of botulinum toxin and the accompanying information sheet […]
Regulations for Use of Dental Botox
Dr. Howard Katz pioneered the use of Botox in dental practice but many states still have outdated laws on the books. While its use is beneficial, not every state allows it and the ones that do have limitations. Current regulations for dental applications of Botox and dermal fillers vary from state to state. The following […]
Nevada Now Allows Qualified Dentists And Hygienists To Provide Botox And Dermal Filler Injections
There’s good news for dental practices in Nevada hoping to better capitalize on the high demand for Botox and dermal fillers: both dentists and hygienists with proper training can now administer these injectables. This puts Nevada’s policies in line with most other states in the United States and a growing number of jurisdictions around the […]
Dental Botox Regulations
State laws vary so dramatically regarding Botox and dermal fillers that it is hard to know whether you are allowed to perform these procedures as a dentist, and if you are, under what circumstances. Here is a partial summary of what the law is regarding the use of Botox by dentists in 27 states. In […]
An Enhancement to Natural Beauty: Facial Injections
Injectable fillers for the face are a relatively new dental specialty. In addition to the standard dental care, some dentists now provide injectable fillers made of hyaluronic acid gel and botulinum toxin type A. You can employ these chemicals for aesthetic enhancements (e.g., the treatment of fine lines and wrinkles) or address oral issues like […]
