Lesson 1Skin assessment: Fitzpatrick classification, photodamage, skin laxity, textureThis section focuses on systematic skin assessment, covering Fitzpatrick type, photodamage, laxity, and texture, to assess risks, choose suitable treatments, and plan combined approaches for better skin quality.
Determining Fitzpatrick and Glogau scalesEvaluating photodamage and dyschromiaAssessing skin laxity and elasticity testsTexture, pores, and scar characterizationBaseline photography and device selectionLesson 2Functional and psychosocial screening: expectations, body dysmorphic disorder red flags, occupational considerationsThis section explores functional and psychosocial screening, including expectations, red flags for body dysmorphic disorder, and job-related factors, to promote ethical practice, realistic results, and patient mental well-being.
Eliciting motivations and expectationsScreening for body dysmorphic disorderAssessing social and occupational demandsIdentifying secondary gain and pressureDocumenting refusal and deferral decisionsLesson 3Periorbital-specific assessment: tear trough depth, orbital fat, lid laxity, malar mound, lymphatic changesThis section deals with targeted periorbital assessment, including tear trough depth, orbital fat, lid laxity, malar support, and lymphatic changes, to identify ageing patterns, spot red flags, and pick suitable non-surgical options.
Classifying tear trough and lid–cheek junctionsEvaluating orbital fat and pseudoherniationAssessing eyelid laxity and snap-back testsMalar mound, festoons, and midface supportPeriorbital lymphatic stasis and edema signsLesson 4Perioral assessment: rhytides, philtrum length, lip volume, perioral hyperdynamic activityThis section focuses on structured perioral analysis, including static and dynamic changes of lips and surrounding areas, to guide safe, natural-looking rejuvenation and balance the lower face with overall aesthetics.
Mapping perioral rhytides and etiologyEvaluating philtrum length and shapeAssessing lip volume, contour, and symmetryIdentifying perioral hyperdynamic muscle activityDental support and occlusion considerationsLesson 5Risk factor checklist before procedures: bleeding risk, infection risk, autoimmune disease, recent vaccines, cold sores (HSV) screeningThis section provides a structured risk factor checklist before procedures, covering bleeding and infection risks, autoimmune conditions, recent vaccines, and HSV history, to reduce complications and aid informed consent.
Screening for bleeding and bruising riskInfection risk, dental work, and skin lesionsAutoimmune disease and immunosuppressionRecent vaccines and timing of proceduresCold sores, HSV prophylaxis, and triggersLesson 6Midface evaluation: midface descent, malar projection, bony support, fat compartmentsThis section details midface evaluation, including descent, malar projection, skeletal support, and fat compartments, to understand 3D ageing, prioritise treatment areas, and preserve natural facial features and function.
Analyzing midface descent and vectorsAssessing malar projection and contourEvaluating zygomatic and maxillary supportSuperficial and deep midfacial fat padsMidface volume loss versus edema patternsLesson 7Summarising case data and defining realistic aesthetic goalsThis section explains how to compile clinical findings into a clear case summary, prioritise concerns, and set realistic aesthetic goals aligned with anatomy, safety, and patient values and resources.
Prioritizing primary and secondary concernsTranslating findings into problem listsSetting realistic, staged treatment goalsAligning goals with budget and downtimeCommunicating expected course and limitsLesson 8Comprehensive medical and procedural history intake (medications, allergies, pregnancy, prior treatments)This section explains thorough medical and procedural history taking, focusing on medications, allergies, pregnancy status, and past aesthetic treatments to spot contraindications and safety issues before planning.
Key elements of medical history intakeMedication review and anticoagulant risksAllergy documentation and test strategiesPregnancy, lactation, and fertility issuesPrior aesthetic procedures and complicationsLesson 9Structured facial analysis: proportions, ageing patterns, dynamic vs static linesThis section covers structured facial analysis, including proportions, ageing patterns, and dynamic vs static lines, to map personalised treatments and avoid overcorrection or imbalance across facial areas.
Vertical and horizontal facial proportionsAge-related volume and ligament changesDynamic versus static line assessmentFront, oblique, and profile photo analysisIntegrating bite, chin, and neck findings
