Dentists show cautious interest in aesthetic procedures
A new cross-sectional study published in Cureus has revealed that while Moroccan dentists show increasing interest in aesthetic medicine, particularly the use of botulinum toxin and dermal fillers, actual clinical implementation remains limited due to unclear regulations and lack of training.
The survey, conducted in January, gathered responses from 166 licensed Moroccan dentists through professional social media channels and online outreach. Only 11.4% reported currently performing aesthetic procedures, but 33.1% noted frequent patient inquiries, and 50% believed dentists should be permitted to offer such treatments.
Despite this interest, only 23.5% of respondents said they were aware of any Moroccan legal framework governing dental practice in aesthetic medicine. The study also found that patient demand was significantly associated with service provision, while demographic factors like age and gender showed no correlation. This suggests that systemic factors like training access and regulatory clarity play a more influential role in adoption, according to the study.
Moroccan dentists, especially those in private practice, expressed interest in expanding into aesthetic medicine if formal training and clearer legal guidelines were established.
Read more: Cureus
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