Micro Dermabrasion Regulations
Although microdermabrasion has become quite popular over the past few years it is not a procedure that should be taken lightly. The actual procedure deals with the removal of outer layers of skin and although it is not as serious as dermabrasion, only licensed professionals should administer this sort of treatment.
The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and various cosmetic surgery organizations have drafted micro dermabrasion regulations but because the procedure is relatively
new, regulations tend to vary from state to state.
On one hand, in Florida a spa professional is allowed to perform microdermabrasion on the head, neck, and scalp without supervision but on the other hand in South Carolina a doctor is required to supervise the procedure. In California there are state issued licenses that permit certain practitioners to perform microdermabrasion.
Unified training regulations
Several agencies like the National Coalition of Esthetician and Related Associations (NCEA) are pushing for unified microdermabrasion training regulations, but they are finding that keeping track of every practice in the country is an arduous task.
Micro dermabrasion regulations vary most significantly when it comes to the training that certain individuals require to perform this procedure.
The Food and Drug Administration classifies microdermabrasion as a category 1 prescription cosmetic device and as such the procedure is only intended only to affect the outer layer of the skin. The procedure is not intended to alter the skin's structure or function but an unskilled practitioner could accidentally strip away deeper skin layers with an improper technique.
With the state of microdermabrasion regulations in a mild state of disarray, it is the microdermabrasion customer's responsibility to ensure that their particular practitioner is well trained and has equipment that is up to date, well maintained and effective.
Better results will always come from more experienced practioners so if you are interested in microdermabrasion contact a board certified plastic surgeon in your area who specializes in this procedure and you will be sure to receive a quality result.
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