Dermatology Procedures Training for Dentists

The course covers skin biopsy techniques (shave, punch, and excisional), cryotherapy for warts and actinic keratoses, electrosurgery including electrodesiccation and curettage, mole and lesion removal, skin tag excision, chemical peels at multiple depths, and wound closure techniques. You receive hands-on training in each procedure under expert faculty supervision.

No. Many of these procedures fall within the scope of practice for primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other licensed healthcare professionals. The course is specifically designed for non-dermatologists who want to add these high-demand services to their practice. State scope-of-practice regulations determine which procedures you can perform based on your licensure.

Dermatologic procedures represent a significant revenue opportunity because of high patient volume and consistent demand. Skin biopsies, lesion removals, and cryotherapy treatments are among the most frequently performed outpatient procedures in medicine. Most practices see a return on training investment within the first month of offering these services.

Yes, the course includes extensive hands-on practice with live patients under the supervision of experienced faculty. You will perform biopsies, cryotherapy, electrosurgery, and other procedures directly, building the procedural confidence and muscle memory needed for independent clinical practice.

Basic dermatology procedures require modest equipment investment — biopsy punch tools, cryotherapy equipment, an electrosurgery unit, suture supplies, and chemical peel agents. The course covers equipment selection, supplier recommendations, and cost-effective procedure room setup strategies so you can begin offering services with minimal capital outlay.

Yes, the course covers chemical peel techniques including superficial peels using glycolic, salicylic, and lactic acid, as well as medium-depth peels using TCA and combination approaches. You will learn Fitzpatrick skin typing for safe peel selection, application technique, and post-peel care protocols.

Yes, Empire Medical Training's Dermatology Procedures Training is fully CME/CE accredited through the ACCME. You receive certification documenting your training along with earned CME/CE credits applicable to license renewal and professional development requirements.

This course is not a replacement for dermatology residency training. Rather, it teaches specific, commonly performed dermatologic procedures that are well within the scope of practice for trained non-dermatologist clinicians. The focus is on practical, high-demand procedures that can be safely and effectively integrated into a general or aesthetic practice setting.

Dental scope of practice for skin procedures varies by state. Many states authorize dentists to perform procedures within the head and neck region, and chemical peels are increasingly offered in dental aesthetic practices. Empire recommends confirming your state dental board's specific guidelines and provides regulatory overview during the course.

Patients seeking cosmetic dental work — veneers, whitening, smile design — are the same patients who desire facial skin improvement. Offering chemical peels and skin treatments creates a comprehensive facial aesthetics practice that increases per-patient revenue, improves satisfaction, and differentiates your practice from competitors.

Chemical peels, perioral skin rejuvenation, and facial skin assessment are the most commonly adopted dermatologic services in dental practices. These procedures leverage your existing facial expertise, require minimal additional equipment, and integrate seamlessly into dental appointment workflows.

In most states, dentists are authorized to administer botulinum toxin and dermal filler injections within the head, neck, and associated structures. Some states define this scope broadly to include cosmetic applications, while others limit dental injectable use to therapeutic and functional purposes. Empire recommends confirming your state dental board's specific guidelines. Our training provides the clinical certification recognized by dental boards nationwide.

Dentists have superior knowledge of facial anatomy, nerve pathways, and injection techniques compared to most other healthcare professionals entering aesthetics. Your daily experience with local anesthesia, precise needle placement, and patient management in the facial region gives you a significant head start. Empire's course builds on these existing competencies to add aesthetic-specific protocols, product knowledge, and treatment planning skills.

Dental practices that add aesthetic injectable services typically generate $100K-$300K+ in additional annual revenue, often from their existing patient base. Botox and filler treatments have high profit margins, create recurring revenue through maintenance appointments, and attract new patients who become dental patients as well. The crossover appeal is significant — patients who trust you with their smile naturally trust you with their facial aesthetics.