An Act enabling trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and botox
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and Botox to patients in Massachusetts. Currently, these procedures are typically performed by physicians or other licensed medical professionals. The legislation seeks to expand the scope of practice for dental hygienists, allowing them to provide these cosmetic treatments under specific training and supervision. This would increase access to these procedures for some patients.
Key provisions
- Dental hygienists can administer dermal fillers.
- Dental hygienists can administer Botox.
- The bill requires specific training for dental hygienists performing these procedures.
- Supervision by a licensed physician may be required.
- The bill aligns with similar legislation in other jurisdictions.
- The bill addresses current practice limitations for dental hygienists.
- The bill expands the potential patient base for these treatments.
Who is affected
- Dental hygienists
- Patients seeking dermal fillers and Botox treatments
- Physicians
- The healthcare industry in Massachusetts
- The cosmetic surgery market
Notable changes
- Expands the scope of practice for dental hygienists.
- Allows dental hygienists to perform cosmetic procedures previously restricted to physicians.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Joanne M. Comerford
Michael O. Moore
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