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# FDA Explains PMA Rules for Dermatology Devices
- URL: https://www.fdaweb.com/fda-explains-pma-rules-for-dermatology-devices/
- Published: 2018-01-25T12:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T23:17:00.000Z
- Author: David McFarland
- Tags: Devices, #legacy-id-D5140604

Three CDRH staff members are using a *JAMA Dermatology* editorial to give dermatologists an understanding of each of the different types of PMA (premarket approval) applications for new and modified Class 3 medical devices affecting dermatology. The [article](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamadermatology/fullarticle/2670026?alert=article&alert=article&ref=fdaweb.com) notes that with the increased awareness of skin conditions and demand for aesthetic treatments requiring the expertise of dermatologists, there has been a growth in the associated medical device industry. Dermatology medical devices include point-of-care diagnostics, ablative technologies, skin imaging devices, dermal fillers, lasers, and wound dressings, the FDAers write.

The article reviews original PMAs, panel-track PMA supplements, PMA supplements, PMA real-time supplements, special PMA supplements, and PMA 30-day notices. It also discusses the ways dermatologists can contribute to the evaluation of medical devices.