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ForwardIntroduction to Dermal Filler
Discover the fundamentals and master the art and science of dermal fillers in this immersive course designed to go beyond basic filler training. Build a strong foundation in facial anatomy, critical thinking, and treatment planning while gaining a deeper understanding of the rationale behind every injection technique.
Designed for both new injectors and those in their first few years of practice (0–4 years), this course is ideal for clinicians seeking to strengthen their knowledge, confidence, and clinical approach to dermal filler treatments.
Target Audience
Dentists, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician associates, physicians
Learning Objectives
- Identify the different layers and facial muscles in facial anatomy, as well as their roles in facial animation. -Discuss how gender, ethnicity differences, and age-related changes in facial structure need to be considered when injecting dermal fillers.
- Review the history and current application of aesthetic medicine, with a focus on dermal filler injection treatment.
- Identify key components, observations, and questions that are part of a thorough medical history for a patient who will receive dermal filler injections.
- Educate the patient on pre- and post-procedures and expectations when receiving dermal filler treatment.
- Identify appropriate medical documentation for dermal filler procedures.
- Discuss storage, supplies, rheology and dosage for dermal filler injections.
- Explain and demonstrate safe injection technique of dermal fillers.
All of the relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.
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.
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.
Jennifer DeMaio, MSN, FNP-C, CANS
Jennifer DeMaio, MSN, FNP-C, CANS
Jennifer DeMaio, MSN, FNP-C, CANS
Rebecca Lakofsky, BSN, RN
Jennifer DeMaio, MSN, FNP-C, CANS
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare and Face Aesthetic Institute. 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.
Available Credit
- 32.75 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 32.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. - 32.75 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 32.75 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.
- 32.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Physicians
AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this Other/Blended Learning for a maximum of 32.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. - 32.75 ANCC Contact Hours
Credit being awarded: 32.75 ANCC contact hours
- 32.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ Non-MD
Non-Physicians Seeking AMA Credit
AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this Other/Blended Learning for a maximum of 32.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.