Regulation on Facial Dermal Cosmetic Fillers and BOTOX Administration by Dentists in Iraq Regulation on Facial Dermal Cosmetic Fillers and BOTOX Administration by Dentists in Iraq
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Dear Editor,
The recent decision by the Iraqi Ministry of Health to ban dentists from providing facial non-surgical treatment (filler and BOTOX ) marks a significant shift in their previous stance since 2018, which allowed such practices (1). It is important to understand the causes, the administrative role of the Ministry, ethical considerations, patient safety, and future steps.
Several factors must have influenced the Ministry's decision. These treatments may have raised concerns about dental expertise and training, especially because of the specialized knowledge needed in oral anatomy beyond dental training. Additionally, increased adverse events or complications reported from such treatments could have prompted a reevaluation of practice scope to ensure patient safety and maintain public trust in healthcare providers (2).
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