Lesson 1Focused physical exam: facial anatomy, skin quality, laxity, volume loss, dynamic vs static linesThis part describes a targeted cosmetic physical check, focusing on facial structure, skin condition, looseness, volume state, and moving versus fixed lines to develop realistic, ordered, and structurally safe treatment plans.
Analyze facial shape and structural supportAssess skin texture, pores, and dyschromiaEvaluate laxity, ptosis, and tissue descentDifferentiate dynamic from static rhytidesIdentify volume loss and fat compartment changesPrioritize findings into staged treatment plansLesson 2Dermatoscopic and photographic documentation: tools, standardized views, Fitzpatrick classificationThis part covers dermatoscopic and photo documentation, including tool choice, standard angles, lighting, and skin typing, to monitor results, aid diagnosis, and strengthen legal protection.
Select cameras, lenses, and lighting setupsStandardize patient positioning and viewsUse consistent exposure and background settingsIncorporate dermatoscopy for lesion assessmentClassify skin type with Fitzpatrick and GlogauStore and secure images for follow-up comparisonLesson 3Medication and supplement review: anticoagulants, isotretinoin, immunosuppressants, herbal supplementsThis part details orderly review of medicines and supplements, covering blood thinners, isotretinoin, immune suppressors, and plant-based items, to foresee bleeding, bruising, slow healing, and procedure interactions.
Identify anticoagulants and antiplatelet agentsReview isotretinoin and retinoid exposureAssess steroids and immunosuppressive therapyScreen for photosensitizing medicationsDocument herbal and over-the-counter productsCoordinate medication adjustments with prescribersLesson 4Assessment of vascular and sensory status: palpation, blanching tests, vascular mappingThis part shows how to check blood vessel and feeling status before treatments, using touch, whitening tests, and mapping to spot high-risk areas, body variations, and nerve issues that may change injection methods and problem handling.
Palpate pulses and assess capillary refillPerform blanching and compression safety testsMap major facial arteries and danger zonesIdentify prior surgery, scars, and fillersScreen for neuropathy and altered sensationPlan safer injection planes and volumesLesson 5Medical history essentials: systemic diseases, medications, allergies, pregnancy and breastfeedingThis part addresses focused medical history for cosmetic patients, highlighting body-wide illnesses, medicines, allergies, and family planning status to predict issues, adjust products, and schedule treatments safely and carefully.
Screen for cardiovascular and metabolic diseaseIdentify autoimmune and connective tissue disordersReview allergies, atopy, and prior drug reactionsAssess pregnancy, fertility plans, breastfeedingEvaluate bleeding risk and wound healing issuesClarify prior anesthesia or surgery complicationsLesson 6Lifestyle and skin care factors: sun exposure, smoking, topical regimens, recent tanningThis part looks at daily habits and skin care influences on healing, color shifts, and treatment lasting power, including sun contact, tobacco use, tanning, and cream routines, to improve timing, advice, and pre-care plans.
Quantify chronic and intermittent sun exposureAssess indoor tanning and recent sunburnsEvaluate smoking, vaping, and nicotine useReview current topical and prescription productsIdentify irritants, exfoliants, and retinoidsPlan preconditioning and post-care regimensLesson 7Cosmetic history and psychosocial screening: previous aesthetic treatments, expectations, body dysmorphic riskThis part reviews gathering cosmetic background, understanding drives, and checking for mind-related warnings, including body image disorder, to match hopes, safeguard patient health, and back moral treatment choices.
Document prior cosmetic and surgical proceduresAssess satisfaction with previous aesthetic outcomesExplore motivations and treatment goalsScreen for body dysmorphic disorder and red flagsEvaluate social, cultural, and financial pressuresDiscuss consent, autonomy, and treatment boundariesLesson 8Dermatologic history: acne, rosacea, prior procedures, scarring, photosensitivityThis part centers on targeted skin history, including pimples, rosacea, scars, color issues, and light sensitivity, to predict flare dangers, odd healing, and color changes after lasers, peels, shots, and energy tools.
Document acne, rosacea, and seborrheic dermatitisReview history of keloids and hypertrophic scarsAssess melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentScreen for photosensitivity and photodermatosesNote prior lasers, peels, and resurfacingEvaluate chronic infections and herpes labialis
