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County of Los Angeles
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Acute Communicable Disease Control
313 N. Figueroa Street, #212
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: (213) 240-7941
Fax: (213) 482-4856
Email:acdc2@ph.lacounty.gov
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Safety Advice for Patients
 Below are safety guidelines for non-surgical minimally invasive aesthetic treatments. These guidelines can help you stay safe when undergoing beauty treatment that puncture your skin.
DISCUSS:
  • Have an initial in-person visit with the doctor, nurse, or physician assistant to discuss your medical history and make sure the medical treatment is appropriate for you.
  • Tell them about any allergies you have, any medications you are taking, and anything that might interfere with your treatment.
  • Ask about any risks and how you will be protected from infection.
WHO?
  • Any treatment that passes the first layer of your skin is considered a medical treatment and MUST be performed by a qualified medical professional. In California, that means a trained physician, or a registered nurse (RN), or physician assistant (PA) who is supervised by a physician. Licensing status for physicians may be verified at the California Medical Board’s website. Licensing status for nurses may be verified at the California Board of Registered Nurses.

WHERE?
  • Injections should ALWAYS be done in a clean or sterile environment. Aesthetic treatments are medical procedures and the environment should be appropriate for medical treatment.
  • Malls and private homes are NOT appropriate medical environments and may be unsanitary, which can lead to infection.

EDUCATE YOURSELF:
  • Know the risks, possible outcomes, and safety tips of the procedure you are considering.
  • When considering a treatment, use reliable resources such as government (.gov) or health organization (.org) websites.
  • Check if the business is currently facing any legal issues with the Better Business Bureau.

STAND UP FOR YOURSELF:
  • Speak up. Ask questions to make an informed decision.
  • If you are unsure, get a second opinion.
  • If you feel unsafe, stop the treatment and seek help.

For information about specific treatments, including regulations and safety tips, see the aesthetic (beauty) MAIN PAGE.
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