Dermal Fillers 101

Self-Paced Online Didactic Training Session

Upon registration, attendees will be granted access to the online learning management system and enrolled in Dermal Fillers 101 Online Program by Dr. Sam Assassa, President of The American Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery. This comprehensive online program that covers the facial aging process and facial analysis pertinent to dermal fillers, classification of dermal filers, indications and contraindications. Also covered is the anatomy and techniques of regional nerve blocks of the face, injection techniques of upper, middle and lower face and how to avoid and treat fillers complications. Lastly, members will be able to watch a series of demonstration videos covering eyebrow lift, glabellar and forehead lines, nasolabial folds and marionette line corrections. Members will see proper injection techniques for treating hollowness under the eyes, tear trough deformity, enhancement of the cheeks, creating  natural fuller lips, and contouring the chin and jaw line. Lastly, members will have access to a series of improvised reality videos, where Dr. Sam Assassa straps a GoPro camera to his head while consulting and injecting patients. This unique experience provides a first-person perspective of day-to-day practice as an aesthetic practitioner. Dr. Sam Assassa provides his knowledge and professional expertise with over 8-hours of lecture and training video content.

Dermal Fillers 101 Online Program includes the following sections:

• Introduction to Injectable Fillers
  • Introduction to Injectable Fillers
  • FaceNatomy™ Pertinent to Dermal Fillers
  • Aging Face Pertinent to Facial Fillers
  • Facial Analysis Pertinent to Dermal Fillers

• Overview of Injectable Fillers
  • Overview of Injectable Fillers
  • Fillers Patient’s Consultation
  • Area by Area Assessment

• Injectable Fillers Complications and Pain Management
  • Dermal Fillers Complications
  • Pain Management

• Comprehensive Videos
  • Facial Analysis Videos
  • Injection Demonstration Videos
  • Reality Series Videos

Prior Attendees Include:

• Internists and Family Practitioners
• Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and other Allied Health Professionals
• Anesthesiologists
• Emergency Medicine Specialists
• Obstetricians and Gynecologists
• General Surgeons
• Dermatologists
• Plastic Surgeons
• Dentists and Dental Allied Health Professionals

You may attend if you are one of the following:

• Doctor (MD, DO, OB/GYN)
• Dentist (DDS, DMD, BDS)
• Physician Assistant (PA)
• Nurse (NP, RN)

Disclaimer: Please note that faculty and program are subject to change without notice.

In-Person Didactic Training Session

Welcome and Introduction to Dermal Fillers 101 Didactic Session Objectives:

• History, action, indications, and contraindications of fillers
• Face anatomy for fillers
• Filler brands, safety, and storage
• Patient selection experience and communication
• Proper clinical assessment and marking for fillers
• Injection techniques, nerve blocks and patient preparation
• Filler complications and how to manage them
• Fillers virtual demonstration, presentation, and application
• Facial mannequin injection technique and practice
• Hands-on preparation and live case demonstration

Disclaimer: Please note that faculty and program are subject to change without notice.

Hands-On Training Session

This in-person one-on-one hands-on training session is designed to build confidence in injecting, practice proper delivery of dermal fillers, develop technique under supervision, and test your skills on real patients. Upon completion of this session, attendees obtain confidence, and the proper skills to administer dermal filler injections on the very next day. To qualify for hands-on with real patients, you must show valid proof of medical licensure prior to the course.

Dermal Fillers Hands-On Training Objectives:

• Hands-on training with real patients (each attendee gets their own patient)
• One-on-one hands-on training sessions (each attendee practices under complete supervision of a physician educator)
• Injection technique hands-on training (area by area)
• The pathophysiology of the aging face and anatomy of the facial areas to be treated with dermal fillers
• Identifying the differences and similarities of various dermal fillers
• Determining which dermal filler is best for the client
• Listing safety issues and complications and assess indications and contraindications for treatment and proper treatment protocols
• Acquiring the technical skill to perform the injections
• Injecting fillers for aesthetic enhancement of the face including lips, as well as the rectification of smokers’ and marionette lines
• Correcting hallow eyes syndrome, sagging cheeks, and receding chin

Conclusion and Certification Ceremony

• A framed certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of training

Disclaimer: Please note that faculty and program are subject to change without notice.