Questions to bring to a provider in Philadelphia

Good questions to bring

You are allowed to ask all of these. Most providers expect them.

• Who performs the treatment, and are they supervised by anyone?
• What license and training do they have?
• What product or device is used, and where does it come from?
• How do you decide if this is suitable for me?
• What does a typical course of treatment look like?
• What aftercare is needed?
• What do you do if I have a reaction or a problem afterward?
• What is the total price, including any follow-up visits?

Come prepared

Providers ask a lot of questions at a consultation, and it is easy to forget something in the moment. Write the main points down beforehand.

Include your health history, every medication and supplement you take, any allergies, and any previous treatments such as peels, laser or injectables. Note anything you are worried about. Then add your own questions, such as who will perform the treatment and what it will cost in total.

Red flags worth noticing

1. You are told a special offer ends today.
2. No one asks about your health history.
3. Treatment is offered before any consultation.
4. You cannot get a clear answer about who will perform it or what license they hold.
5. The cost changes or will not be put in writing.

Any one of these is a good reason to slow down. State boards in Pennsylvania let you look up a license online.