COURSE CONTENT: 

MASTERCLASS IN FACIAL INJECTABLES – ONLINE
By Canadian Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine

This online masterclass is designed for medical professionals (doctors, nurses, and dentists) who want to develop and refine their expertise in facial injectables. The course progresses from fundamental principles to advanced injection techniques, ensuring a thorough understanding of facial aesthetics, patient assessment, safety protocols, and cutting-edge procedures.

 Module 1: 
Introduction to Facial Injectables

• Overview of the aesthetic medicine industry
• Ethics, legal considerations, and patient safety
• Scope of practice and regulatory guidelines
• Introduction to different types of injectables:
  • Botulinum toxin (Botox, Dysport, Xeomin)
  • Dermal fillers (Hyaluronic Acid & Biostimulators)
  • Skin boosters & regenerative injectables (Profhilo, PRP, Sculptra, Radiesse)

 Module 2: 
Facial Anatomy & The Aging Process

• Understanding skin layers and soft tissue structures
• Facial musculature, blood supply, and nerve distribution
• Bone resorption, volume loss, and skin laxity over time
• Safe injection zones and high-risk areas

 Module 3: 
Essential Botulinum Toxin (Botox) Techniques

• Mechanism of action: how botulinum toxin works
• Dilution, storage, and dosage calculations
• Injection techniques for:
  • Forehead lines (frontalis muscle)
  • Frown lines (glabellar complex)
  • Crow’s feet (orbicularis oculi)
• Managing common side effects: bruising, asymmetry, and ptosis

 Module 4:
Essential Dermal Filler Techniques

• Introduction to dermal fillers: types, properties, and indications
• Cannula vs. needle: advantages and technique considerations
• Injection techniques for:
  • Nasolabial folds
  • Marionette lines
  • Lip augmentation (basic techniques)
• Preventing complications: bruising, swelling, and product migration

 Module 5: 
Intermediate Botulinum Toxin Applications

• Advanced facial assessment for Botox treatments
• Injection techniques for:
  • Brow lift
  • Masseter reduction (jawline slimming)
  • Bunny lines (nasal wrinkles)
  • Lip flip & gummy smile correction
  • DAO muscle relaxation for sad mouth corners
• Combination treatments: Botox with fillers for optimal results

 Module 6: 
Intermediate Dermal Filler Applications

• Understanding filler rheology: choosing the right product
• Midface enhancement: cheek augmentation
• Jawline contouring and chin projection
• Tear trough correction (under-eye rejuvenation)
• Patient consultation and expectation management

 Module 7:
Full-Face Harmonization & Profile Balancing

• Holistic facial assessment: balancing facial proportions
• Male vs. female aesthetic considerations
• Combination therapy with botulinum toxin, fillers, and skin boosters
• Personalized treatment plans for natural-looking results

 Module 8: 
Advanced Botox & Injectable Techniques

• Microtox/Mesobotox for skin tightening
• Nefertiti lift (neck rejuvenation)
• Hyperhidrosis treatment (excessive sweating)
• Non-surgical nose lift (Botox & filler combination)

 Module 9: 
Advanced Dermal Filler Techniques & Emerging Trends

• Russian lip technique vs. classic lip augmentation
• Non-surgical rhinoplasty with fillers
• Temple augmentation
• Hand and neck rejuvenation
• Biostimulatory fillers (Sculptra & Radiesse) for collagen stimulation

 Module 10: 
Skin Boosters, PRP & Regenerative Injectables (Advanced Level)

• Understanding skin hydration and collagen stimulation
• Profhilo and other skin boosters: indications & techniques
• Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy: mechanism and application
• Microneedling with injectables for skin rejuvenation

 Module 11: 
Complications Management & Emergency Protocols

• Identifying and managing vascular occlusion
• How to use hyaluronidase for filler dissolving
• Handling botulinum toxin complications (droopy eyelids, asymmetry)
• Infection control, nodules, and delayed hypersensitivity reactions
• Psychological considerations: dealing with patient dissatisfaction