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Nasolabial fold Treatments: Superficial Cannula Technique

Nasolabial fold Treatments: Superficial Cannula Technique

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Overview

This video demonstrates the classic superficial cannula injection technique for correcting the nasolabial fold. Hereby, Layer 2 is addressed with a longitudinal =  parallel to the long axis of the nasolabial fold soft tissue filler-based injection approach. The vascular anatomy of this complex facial region is discussed and an injection simulation is performed to allow for a detailed look under the skin and into the facial soft tissues.

Treatment type: Soft Tissue Fillers

Facial region: Nasolabial Fold

Approach: Cannula Injection Technique

Competency Level: Expert

Course duration: 10 minutes

Course type: Injection simulation on a human body donor performed by Prof. Sebastian Cotofana

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the layered anatomy of the midface and of the nasolabial fold
  • Appraise the complexities of the arterial vasculature of the nasolabial fold
  • Compare the dangers and benefits of using a deep cannula approach to treat the nasolabial fold

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