Lesson 1Skin assessment: Fitzpatrick classification, photodamage, skin laxity, textureThis section examines systematic skin assessment, covering Fitzpatrick type, photodamage, laxity, and texture, to identify risks, choose suitable methods, and create combined treatment plans for improved skin quality and long-term results.
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 looks at functional and psychosocial screening, including expectations, signs of body dysmorphic disorder, and work-related factors, to promote ethical practice, achievable results, and patient mental well-being in aesthetic care.
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 focused periorbital assessment, including tear trough depth, orbital fat, lid laxity, malar support, and lymphatic changes, to recognise ageing patterns, spot risks, and pick suitable non-surgical options for rejuvenation.
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 organised perioral analysis, including static and dynamic changes in lips and surrounding areas, to direct 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 offers a structured risk factor checklist prior to procedures, addressing bleeding and infection risks, autoimmune conditions, recent vaccines, and HSV history, to reduce complications and aid informed consent and records.
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, covering descent, malar projection, bone support, and fat compartments, to grasp three-dimensional ageing, focus 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 7Summarizing case data and defining realistic aesthetic goalsThis section describes how to compile clinical findings into a clear case summary, rank concerns, and set achievable aesthetic goals that match anatomy, safety, and the patient’s values and available 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 gathering a full medical and procedural history, stressing medications, allergies, pregnancy status, and past aesthetic treatments to spot contraindications, interactions, and safety issues before planning interventions.
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 addresses structured facial analysis, including proportions, ageing patterns, and dynamic versus static lines, to direct personalised treatment mapping and prevent overcorrection or imbalance in 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
