Guidelines on cosmetic surgery

BEAUTY procedures that can be performed by trained beauticians include chemical peels, cellulite and shape control, hair removal, microdermabrasion and nutritional advice.
 

Aesthetic procedures that can only be performed by plastic surgeons or dermatologists who are specially trained include mesotherapy, hair transplant, non-evidence based products (injectables) such as Botox, Vitamin C, placenta extract, stem cells, growth hormones etc; cellulite control and invasive procedures for cellulite removals, aesthetic venous treatment, aptos/contour threads and curl lifting; and all treatments based on lights and lasers including rejuvenating phototherapy, intense pulse light, plasma, breast implant, eyelid surgery, liposuction and liposelection.
 

To verify whether a doctor is a registered medical practitioner, go to the Malaysian Medical Council website at www.mmc.moh.gov.my
 

To verify whether a cosmetic surgeon is qualified, go to the National Specialist Registry at www.nsr.org.my
 

To verify whether a facility is registered or licensed under Act 586, call 03-88831277 or 03-88831311 or visit http://medpcs.moh.gov.my
 

Information on registered and licensed medical facilities that offer aesthetic procedures can be obtained from the Cawangan Kawalan Amalan Perubatan Swasta of the Medical Practice Division in the Health Ministry.

Source: Health Ministry