The Therapeutic Uses of Botulinum Toxin and Intraoral Dermal Fillers in General Dental Practice
This two-day course will focus on the therapeutic use of botulinum toxin and intraoral dermal fillers for dental practitioners and will be delivered as a mix of didactic lectures and practical hands-on training using silicone manikins.
The course includes an anatomical study of all muscles, arteries, veins and nerves of the lower face, applications and techniques for using botulinum toxin in dentistry and overview of injection techniques and how to deal with complications should they arise.
It will culminate with a practical, hands-on demonstration of different techniques.
DAY ONE (8:30am – 3:30pm):
The course will be in the form of didactic lectures in the first day, followed by a quiz about head and neck anatomy, pitfalls and complications.
DAY TWO (8:30am – 1:30pm):
The practical application of the theoretical learnings from the first day. It will involve demonstrations of various different injection techniques. Participants will have the opportunity to practice on silicone manikins that replicate the skin injections.
Learning objectives
By attending this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of
- Financial and legal implications of utilising Botulinum Toxin and Intraoral dermal fillers
- Anatomical territories associated with the lower face
- Possible pitfalls and complications
- Applications and techniques for using Botulinum Toxin
- Alternative treatment modalities for TMDs
- Treatment planning for the therapeutic use of botulinum toxin
- Doses and techniques for different procedures.
