About Course
Introduction to dermal fillers
- Overview of dermal fillers
- Focus on temporary fillers
- Impact of aging on HA production and skin volume
- Development of cross-linked HA to extend the lifespan of fillers
- Explanation of how dermal fillers work to rejuvenate skin and facial contours
- Patient education on the process and expected outcomes of dermal filler injections
Where to inject
Introduction
- Importance of injection depth for desired treatment results
- Guidance on correcting deep lines versus fine creases with appropriate injection depth
- Risks of injecting into fat or superficial layers (papillary dermis)
Injection techniques and needles vs. cannulas
- Overview of common injection techniques
- Recommendations for beginners to start with needles before progressing to cannulas
- Comparison of needles and cannulas
- Choosing between needles and cannulas
Facial anatomy: Fat pads and vasculature
- Vascular supply to the face and its importance in avoiding complications
- Major arteries relevant to dermal fillers
- Precautionary advice for injecting in sensitive areas
Filler selection
- Overview of various dermal fillers available in the market
- Recommendation to use trusted and well-studied brands
- Importance of choosing reliable products
- Explanation of filler naming conventions based on HA content
Foundation filler treatments
- Nasolabial folds (nose to mouth lines)
- Importance of aspirating before injecting
Assessment