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Introduction to dermal fillers and filler rheology

Introduction to dermal fillers and filler rheology

"Introduction to Dermal Fillers and Filler Rheology" provides healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of dermal fillers, including their types, uses, and techniques for safe application. The course covers patient assessment, types of fillers, and rheology, equipping participants with the skills to assess, select, and apply fillers for various aesthetic treatments. Key topics include facial anatomy, filler properties, and managing complications. Ideal for those beginning in aesthetic medicine, this course offers foundational knowledge in achieving natural, balanced aesthetic results.

time-icon 4.0 hrs EA | 5.0 hrs RP | 0.0 hrs OM
$195.00
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  • FLEXIBLE TIMING

  • 100% ONLINE

  • accredited Course

  • Expert instructor

This course is structured into three key units:

Unit 1: Types of Fillers
Participants are introduced to the different types of dermal fillers, including temporary, permanent, and biostimulators. The focus is on hyaluronic acid-based fillers, their properties, and their application for treating fine lines, volume loss, and skin texture. The unit also covers more advanced fillers such as calcium hydroxylapatite and poly-L-lactic acid, detailing their mechanisms and expected outcomes​.

Unit 2: Patient Assessment
This unit emphasises the importance of a comprehensive patient assessment before any filler treatment. It covers taking medical history, assessing facial aging, and evaluating facial proportions and volume loss. Participants learn to develop a treatment plan tailored to individual needs, ensuring realistic and achievable results while minimising risks. The unit also discusses contraindications and pre-procedure considerations​.

Unit 3: Application of Fillers
The final unit focuses on the practical application of dermal fillers, including product selection based on filler rheology and the properties of different gels. Participants will learn how to apply fillers for different areas of the face, understanding concepts such as gel hardness (G prime), cohesivity, and lifting capacity. The unit also covers managing side effects and complications, including bruising, swelling, and rare but serious issues such as vascular compromise.

This course provides the foundational knowledge necessary to confidently and safely incorporate dermal fillers into clinical practice.

  1. Categorise and assess specific skin conditions requiring dermal fillers.

This course is designed for GPs and is also suitable for all degree qualified medical professionals.

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CPD Hours:

  • Education hours:  4.0
  • Reviewing performance hours: 5.0
  • Measuring outcome hours:  0.0
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Accreditations:

Royal Australian College of General Practice (RACGP) #451736

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) #31121

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Study Mode:

100% online

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Study duration:

9.0 hrs self-paced

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ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Dr Jenny Kimmins

This course is presented by Dr Jenny Kimmins.

Dr Jenny Kimmins spent many years in General Practice before developing an interest in management and treatment of skin conditions. She has over 10 years’ experience in cosmetic medicine, including the management of acne and rosacea, laser skin treatments, dermal fillers and anti-wrinkle injections. She is a lecturer and trainer in aesthetic medicine and injectable cosmetic treatments. Jenny completed a postgraduate Diploma in Dermatology with the Australian Institute of Dermatology and is a trained skin cancer physician with a special interest in sun-damaged skin. She was awarded a Fellowship of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia.