Let's Settle This: A Filler Debate

July 20, 2026

For years, hyaluronic acid filler has been one of the most widely used tools in facial aesthetics. More recently, however, questions surrounding long-term outcomes, inflammation, migration, patient selection, and overall treatment philosophy have sparked intense discussion throughout the specialty.

In this special Iron Needle debate, Cameron Chesnut, MD and Nicola Lowry, PA-C will engage in a respectful, evidence-informed discussion on the role of hyaluronic acid filler in modern aesthetic practice. Moderated by Dr. Christian Subbio, this conversation will explore the benefits, limitations, controversies, and clinical realities surrounding facial filler treatment.

Rather than reinforcing existing opinions, the goal of this debate is to challenge assumptions, examine the available evidence, and encourage critical thinking. Whether you find your convictions strengthened or leave with a new perspective, this session promises to be an engaging exchange of ideas between two experienced voices in aesthetics.

Topics may include filler safety, inflammation, migration, patient outcomes, treatment philosophy, and the evolving role of hyaluronic acid fillers in facial rejuvenation.

Target Audience

This activity is designed for an audience of physicians, physician assistants, nurses, dentists and other healthcare professionals.

Learning Objectives

  • Describe current evidence regarding the safety, effectiveness, and longevity of facial fillers. 
  • Compare differing expert perspectives on long-term filler use and associated risks. 
  • Evaluate the risk-benefit profile of filler treatments in various clinical scenarios.

Commercial Support
There is no commercial support for this activity.

Criteria for Success
A certificate of completion will be awarded based on the participant's attendance and completion of the online evaluation/claim credit form. If you have questions about this CE activity, please contact AKH Inc at [email protected].

CE credit provided by AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME

    AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

  • 1.00 ADA CERP

    AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at ADA.org/CERP.

    AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this activity for 1.00 continuing education credits.

    Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider, or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at ADA.org/CERP.

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    Physicians
    AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 1.00 ANCC Contact Hours

    Credit being awarded: 1.00 ANCC contact hours

  • 1.00 Attendance

    Credits: 1.00

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ Non-MD

    Non-Physicians Seeking AMA Credit
    AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

     

Course opens: 
07/20/2026
Course expires: 
08/22/2026
Event starts: 
07/20/2026 - 8:00pm EDT
Event ends: 
07/20/2026 - 9:00pm EDT
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Disclosures
It is the policy of AKH Inc. to ensure independence, balance, objectivity, scientific rigor, and integrity in all of its continuing education activities. The author must disclose to the participants any significant relationships with ineligible companies whose products or devices may be mentioned in the activity or with the commercial supporter of this continuing education activity. Identified conflicts of interest are mitigated by AKH prior to accreditation of the activity. AKH planners and reviewers have no relevant financial relationships to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.

Disclosure of Unlabeled Use and Investigational Product 
This educational activity may include discussion of uses of agents that are investigational and/or unapproved by the FDA. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications, and warnings.

Disclaimer 
This course is designed solely to provide the healthcare professional with information to assist in his/her practice and professional development and is not to be considered a diagnostic tool to replace professional advice or treatment. The course serves as a general guide to the healthcare professional, and therefore, cannot be considered as giving legal, nursing, medical, or other professional advice in specific cases. AKH Inc. specifically disclaim responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through participants misunderstanding of the content. If you would like to opt out from future communications from AKH please send an email to [email protected] with your information with "Opt Out" in the subject line.

All of the relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.

Committee Member, Planner, Staff(s)

Dorothy Caputo, MA BSN RN

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-C

has a financial relationship (Speaker) with Allergan Aesthetics;.

Christian Subbio, MD

has a financial relationship (Speaker) with Prollenium;.
has a financial relationship (Speaker) with Sciton;.
Reviewer(s)

Rebecca Lakofsky, BSN, RN

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Speaker, Instructor, Faculty(s)

Cameron Chesnut, MD, FAAD, FACMS, FASDS

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Nicola Lowrey, MPAP, PA-C

has a financial relationship (Speaker) with Allergan Aesthetics;.

Christian Subbio, MD

has a financial relationship (Speaker) with Prollenium;.
has a financial relationship (Speaker) with Sciton;.

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare and Iron Needle LLC. AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 1.00 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME

    AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

  • 1.00 ADA CERP

    AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at ADA.org/CERP.

    AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this activity for 1.00 continuing education credits.

    Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider, or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at ADA.org/CERP.

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    Physicians
    AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 1.00 ANCC Contact Hours

    Credit being awarded: 1.00 ANCC contact hours

  • 1.00 Attendance

    Credits: 1.00

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ Non-MD

    Non-Physicians Seeking AMA Credit
    AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

     

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