Science Meets Aesthetics – Deep Dive into Facial Anatomy
This course focuses on the anatomy and physiology of the face, essential for safe and effective aesthetic procedures, covering facial zones, blood supply, muscles, nerve supply, and high-risk areas for injections. It explains ageing and detailed anatomical changes when ageing.
Video course comprising 9 chapters
Anatomy Course Modules
Viscerocranium of facial skeleton
Facial Ligaments and Ageing
Facial Muscles
Neuroanatomy: Nerves of the Face
Fat pads Anatomy
Arteries and veins of the face and the neck
Blood Supply to the face
The anatomy of ageing face
Hands on Training: Total Face rejuvenation
Who is it for?
For aesthetic clinicians seeking to master facial anatomy for Botox injections and dermal fillers, understanding the face’s complex architecture isn’t just about memorising structures – it’s about developing an intuitive grasp that builds confidence and ensures patient safety. Whether you’re searching for a comprehensive facial anatomy course or looking to enhance your existing injection expertise, this guide will help you master the essentials efficiently and effectively.
Benefits of taking this course
- Confident, Safer Injections
A solid grasp of facial anatomy helps you perform safer, more precise treatments. By understanding surface landmarks and key structures, you’ll inject with confidence and reduce risk. - Navigate with Accuracy
Learning the SMAS layer and its links to facial muscles gives you a clear roadmap for depth and placement—crucial for avoiding complications. - Control Facial Outcomes
Knowing which muscles elevate or depress features allows for more natural, controlled results, minimising issues like asymmetry. - Avoid Vascular Complications
The facial vascular network is complex. Understanding how vessels connect across layers helps prevent filler misplacement and serious side effects. - Treat Age-Related Changes Effectively
Facial fat pads shift with age. Recognising these patterns enables you to restore volume where it matters most, improving treatment outcomes.
Course Structure
- Layered Learning Approach
Start with surface anatomy—reading facial landmarks for safe navigation and injection accuracy. - Explore the SMAS (Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System)
Understand how this key layer connects muscles and fascia, guiding deeper injections with precision. - Facial Muscles in Focus
Identify functional groups—elevators and depressors—to predict and influence facial expression outcomes. - Vascular Mapping
Move beyond textbook diagrams to real-world vessel pathways. Learn to avoid high-risk zones and ensure safer filler placement. - Fat Pad Fundamentals
Study key fat compartments like the malar and nasolabial pads to better manage age-related volume loss.
About your trainer
Dr. Ivy is globally recognised for her expertise in medical aesthetics, research, and training. She is also a distinguished Key Opinion Leader in medical devices.
Recognitions & Awards
Dr. Ivy is dedicated to advancing the field of anti-ageing and aesthetic medicine.
- Founder and President of the Academy of Face Design
- Trained practitioners in 23 countries
- Innovation Award, University of South Korea (Stem Cell Research)
- Advanced Qualification in Adipose Derived Stem Cell Therapeutic and Aesthetic Implications
- Official Trainer and Developer for Bioscience of Regenerative Medicine
- Founder & President of Educational Academy AFd
- International conference speaker, educator and opinion leader
KOL (Key Opinion Leader) for medical devices:
- Fotona Lasers, China
- Venus Concept, Hong-Kong, UK
- Croma Pharma Austria Derma Fillers (since 2008)
- Bloomage Biotech China, The largest producer of HA in the world
- Biotech Healthcare Group India, Gloderm Dermal Filler
- Jalore Derma Filler
- Bioscience, R&D Stem Cells
Published author
Her commitment to education is further demonstrated through published books, including Face-Mathematics and Geometry of Aesthetics and Face Enhancement and Rejuvenation. Dr. Igerc continues to organise workshops and seminars to train medical professionals, solidifying her position as a leader in the industry.
