Aesthetic Medicine in Moroccan Dental Practice: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Implementation

Objectives: This study aims to explore the extent to which aesthetic medical procedures, such as botulinum toxin and dermal fillers, are integrated into dental practice by Moroccan dentists, and to assess their knowledge, attitudes, and perceived legal framework regarding these interventions. Materials and methods: A structured eight-item questionnaire, developed via Google Forms (Google Inc., Mountain View, CA, USA), was distributed over one month through professional Moroccan dental groups on social media platforms and via direct online outreach. The survey targeted licensed dentists across different age groups and regions of Morocco. Results: A total of 166 dentists responded to the survey. Of these, 65.1% (n = 108) were female and 34.9% (n = 58) were male. Most respondents (61.4%, n = 102) were between 27 and 35 years old. Only 11.4% (n = 19) of dentists reported actively performing aesthetic procedures in their daily practice. However, 33.1% (n = 55) stated that they regularly receive patient inquiries about aesthetic treatments. In contrast, 50% (n = 83) believed that dentists should be authorized to perform aesthetic medical procedures. In contrast, only 23.5% (n = 39) reported being aware of the Moroccan legal framework surrounding these practices. Conclusions: Aesthetic procedures are still rarely practiced by Moroccan dentists, despite growing patient interest. Limited legal awareness and training may explain the gap between demand and implementation.