
Overview
The emergence of a subdermal cannula-based injection technique prompted the development of a superficial = subdermal needle-based injection technique to treat the tear trough deformity. Despite of high technical risk, this injection technique is becoming more and more popular. In this video, the superficial = subdermal needle injection technique from an inferior injection approach is simulated.
Treatment type: Soft Tissue Fillers
Facial region: Tear Trough
Approach: Needle Injection Technique
Competency Level: Competent
Course duration: 8 minutes
Course type: Injection simulation on a human body donor performed by Prof. Sebastian Cotofana
Learning Objectives
- Describe the layered anatomy of the upper middle face and periorbital region
- Appraise the complexities of the arterial and venous vasculature of the tear trough and the anatomy of the orbicularis oculi muscle
- Compare the dangers and benefits of using a subdermal needle technique in an inferior injection approach to treat the tear trough deformity
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