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Injections of Hyaluronic Acid products in the mid- and lower- third: are there any safe zones?

4.9

Accredited (Credits: 1)
Free
1h 15min
Audio: English

Synopsis

This accredited module delves deeply into the anatomy of the mid- and lower-third regions of the face and the intricacies of high and lower risk zones when injecting Hyaluronic-Acid (HA)-based products in aesthetic indications. Follow this comprehensive course, led by experts Dr. Billur Sezgin Kizilok and Dr. Lee Walker and gain Continuous Medical Education (CME) credits. Embark on a journey through the temples, midface, and lower-third anatomy, gaining insights into layers, vasculature, and key anatomical landmarks. Expand not only your knowledge on 3D anatomy and danger zones identification, but also master zone-specific injection techniques to mitigate risks for potential complications and optimize patient outcomes following the use of HA fillers. Finally, witness real-world scenarios of HA fillers-related complications in the mid- and lower-third and their resolution to support your day-to-day clinical practice. This activity is supported by an independent support grant from TEOXANE SA.

Accreditation

This course is accredited with 1 ECMEC credit valid in 26 countries. To claim your credits take the evaluation (satisfaction survey and evaluation questionnaire). You have 3 attempts for the evaluation. You need to pass the evaluation with a sufficient score to validate the course. Your diploma is issued instantaneously and sent to your email.

See more information on the accreditation at: Accreditation

Duration

1h 15min

Target audience

Plastic, Aesthetic surgery, Dermatology, Oral, Maxillofacial surgery, Other

Authors

Dr. Lee Walker

Dr. Lee Walker BDS MFDS, is an aesthetic dental surgeon, director, and clinical lead at the multi-award winning BCity clinics, Liverpool, and has over 20 years of experience in the field of medical aesthetics. He is a visiting Professor of Aesthetic Medicine at the Andres Bello University in Santiago, Chile. As part of his commitment to medical safety, Dr. Walker is the chairman of the Complications in Medical Aesthetics Collaborative (CMAC) UK. He provides guidance and advice on complications related to non-surgical treatments. He has produced internationally published peer-reviewed publications on blindness, hyaluronidase, and vascular occlusion, co-authored several chapters in medical aesthetic literature, and has published a book on injection anatomy and facial aging. Dr. Walker is a renowned global thought leader who regularly shares his knowledge internationally, having educated medical professionals in over 30 countries and across 5 continents. Dr. Walker has been awarded memberships to the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons in both Scotland and England. He also holds a postgraduate qualification in clinical and medical education.

Conflicts of interests statement:

Lee Walker is co-lead for medical education in Teoxane UK.

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What you will learn

Before you begin

  • Pre-course assessment: please complete to help us personalise your learning experience

Introduction

  • Are there any safe zones?

Injection of HA products in the temples

  • Anatomy & vasculature of the temples
  • Danger zones and evidence-based injection techniques in the temples

Injection of HA products in the midface

  • Anatomy & vasculature of the midface
  • Midface vascularity and topography considerations

Injection of HA products in the lower-third

  • Anatomy & vasculature of the lower-third
  • Planes of injection in the lower-third

Conclusion

  • Are there any safe zones?

Real World case studies on the management of complications following injections of HA products: What would you do?

  • Chin complication
  • Temple complication
  • Jawline complication

Accreditation - Evaluation

  • Satisfaction survey
  • Multiple-choice test

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