
* The workshop will only proceed if there are at least 10 participants.
Workshop on use of Botulinum Toxin A for Aesthetic applications
1 AUG 2010: 8.30am-12.30pm
Venue: Lecture Room (Level 2), National Skin Centre, Singapore (tentative)
Course Objective
Chemo-denervation with botulinum toxin A has been shown to be very effective in alleviating dynamic wrinkles and to shape and correct hyperactivity of facial muscles. It is also effective against hyperhidrosis. Participants will be taught the pharmacology, application and complications of botulinum toxin injections.. At the end of the course, participants will learn the correct indications, application and injections of botulinum toxin and to avoid complications.
Programme:
0830 – 0900 Registration
0900 – 0905 Introduction - Dr L Khoo
09:05 – 09:30 Pharmacology of Botulinum Toxin A. Mode of action, types, dilution, dosing, storage, diffusion property, contraindication. - Dr. CL Goh)
0930 – 1000 Use of Botulinum Toxin on Upper Face. Glabella, horizontal forehead, bunny, lower eyelid lines, crow feet, brow lift - Dr CL Goh
1000 – 1015 Tea Break
1015 – 1045 Use of Botulinum Toxin on Lower Face and Neck
Masseter, alae, lips, chin, platysma - Dr. J Lim
1045 – 1100 Use of Botulinum Toxin on Other Area, for Hyperhidrosis
Breast, buttocks, axillae, palms, focal, tension headaches, - Dr. L Khoo
1100 – 1115 Complications and Management of Complications
Ptosis, bruising, diploplia, headaches, others. - Dr. CB Ang
1115 – 1130 Q & A
1130 – 1200 Video and Live Demonstration
1200 – 1230 MCQ Exam and Award of Certificate
Workshop certificate is accredited by SMC Aesthetic Practice Oversight Committee as Certificate of Competence.
Workshop lecturers, titles, date and venue are subject to change.
To apply for this workshop, please fill up the registration form.