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Basic Filler Training

Oct 09 2026

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Basic Filler Training

Course Overview

This 1-day hands-on dermal filler course includes full pre-course online modules. This basic filler course gives you dermal filler training in filler injection techniques. It also includes lip filler training, cheek filler training, and cannula filler training. It covers the same core content as the dermal filler section of the Dual Toxin and Dermal Filler Course. You can schedule training at a time that works for you.

Course Outcomes

You get core knowledge and hands-on injection practice. You can begin using dermal fillers in your practice.

Course material covers the latest dermal filler treatments for facial renewal.

You also learn the patient consult and treatment flow. This helps you get good aesthetic results.

Training Format

We keep a 2:1 trainee to trainer ratio. Students learn safe use of different dermal filler brands. They use the real product on common treatment sites.

Course Curriculum

Getting Started

A Message from Our Founder
How to Navigate Through This Course
Before We Begin:
Pre-Course Survey

Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives: Introduction to Basic Filler Course

Anatomy and Aging

Fitzpatrick Skin Types
Structures of the Skin and Face
Muscles of the Face
Arteries of the Face
Important Arteries of the Lower Face
Facial Nerves — Cranial Nerves V and VII
Lip Anatomy
Effects of Aging: Smile Lines (NLF)
Effects of Aging: Marionette Lines
Effects of Aging: Jawline
Effects of Aging: Chin
Effects of Aging on Lips

Facial Assessment

Facial Aging
Facial Expressions
First Impressions

Filler Fundamentals and Injection Principles

Classes of Filler: Overview
Classes of Filler
Different Brands of Filler
Proportion
Lip Injection Techniques
Dermal Fillers: Do Not Use
Aspiration: Dermal Fillers
Tools Used for Aspirating
Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (ANTT)
Dermal Filler Injection Patterns

Rheology and Product Selection

Rheology
Different Brands of Filler

Cannulas

What are Cannulas?

Complications and Safety Protocols

Filler Complications Overview
Treatment of Early Filler Complications
Treatment of Delayed Filler Complications
Hyalase
Vascular Occlusion: Overview
Vascular Occlusion: Protocol
Blindness Avoidance
Delayed Nodules: Treatment Algorithm
Vascular Occlusion Kit
Suspected Vessel Occlusion Flowchart

Injection Techniques by Treatment Area

PHI Cheek Markings
Lips: Injection Techniques
Injection Techniques: Smile Lines (NLF)
Injection Techniques: Marionette Lines
Injection Techniques: Chin
Injection Techniques: Jawline

Practical Demonstrations and Assessment

How to Perform Assessment for Filler Injections
Facial Arteries
Landmarking Cheeks — Part 1
Landmarking Cheeks — Part 2
Cheek Filler Injection
Cheek Augmentation With Cannula
Lip Proportion Assessment
Lip Training Video
Lip Filler Injections
Chin Filler Video
Harris Lip Marking Technique
Smile Lines with Filler
Lip Filler: Assessment
Peri-Oral Shadowing with Filler
Lip Filler: Landmarking and Injecting
Lip Filler: Post-Massage

Forms, Documentation, and Compliance

PHIPA (Personal Health Information Protection Act)
Filler Consent Form
Pre-Treatment Dermal Filler Form
Post-Treatment Dermal Filler Form
Face Chart — Documenting
Medical History Form
Medical Statement Form
Treatment Record Form

Clinical Papers and Consensus Documents

2021 VanLoghem Consensus on the use of HA fillers from the CPM range
Global_Aesthetics_Consensus__Avoidance_and.20
DeBoulle-2015-patient-factors-influencing-dermal-filler-complications
Complications of Injectable Fillers — Part 1
Complications of Fillers : Vascular Complications Part 2
DeBoulle 10 Point Plan
MD Codes: A Methodological Approach
Muscle Balance with Injectable Fillers
Soft Tissue Filler Complications Consensus Recommendations
Non Surgical Lip Lift — Dr Harris
Global Aesthetics Consensus: Avoidance and Management of Complications
Global Approaches to Prevention and Management of Delayed Onset Adverse Reactions with HA Fillers
Dermal Fillers in Aesthetics : An Overview of Adverse Events
Treatment of Soft Tissue Complication expert consensus

Additional Clinical Papers

Anatomy Clinical Papers
Injection Techniques: Clinical Papers
Other Clinical Papers

Product Monographs

Juvederm Voluma
Juvederm Volift
Juvederm Volux
Juvederm Volite
Juvederm Ultra XC
Juvederm Ultra Plus XC
Juvederm Volbella
Belotero Soft
Belotero Balance
Belotero Volume
Belotero Intense
Belotero Lips Shape
Belotero Lips Contour
Radiesse
Restylane Volyme
Restylane
Restylane Kysse
Saypha Monograph
Saypha Volume Monograph
Saypha Volume Plus Monograph
Revanesse Pure Plus 1.2mL
Revanesse Kiss Plus 1.2mL
Revanesse Ultra Plus 1.2mL
Revanesse Contour Plus 1.2mL
Revanesse Outline Plus 1.0mL 27G
Revanesse Shape Plus 1.2mL

Course Completion and Quiz

You Have Completed the Course Content!
Introduction to Basic Filler: Quiz

Post-Course Resources

Congratulations on Completing the Course!
Post-Course Survey
Before You Go:
Your Journey Doesn’t End Here!
More Resources for You:

References

Filler Course References
Additional References

Treatment Areas You Will Learn in This Course

This course is a basic course for dermal filler injection techniques using a needle.

Dermal Filler Injections (using a needle): cheeks, lips, chin, jawline, melomental lines, and fine lines.

Registration and Course Information

For more information or to register for this course, please call us at 289-274-9090 or request more info here.

Educational subsidies are available. Call us to learn more.

Q&A

Question: Is this course right for someone new to dermal filler injections?

Short answer: Yes. The course is a basic dermal filler injection course. It focuses on core knowledge, patient consult, treatment planning, safety protocols, and hands-on injection practice.

Question: What treatment areas are covered in the hands-on training?

Short answer: The course covers dermal filler injections using a needle for common treatment areas, including cheeks, lips, chin, jawline, melomental lines, and fine lines.

Question: Does the course include safety and complication management training?

Short answer: Yes. The curriculum includes filler complications, early and delayed complication treatment, Hyalase, vascular occlusion protocols, blindness avoidance, delayed nodule treatment, vascular occlusion kits, and suspected vessel occlusion flowcharts.

Question: What is the trainee-to-trainer ratio during training?

Short answer: The course keeps a 2:1 trainee to trainer ratio, so students get close supervision while they learn to use different dermal filler brands on common treatment sites.

Question: How can someone register or get more information about the course?

Short answer: To register or learn more, interested participants can call 289-274-9090 or request more information through the course inquiry option. Educational subsidies are also available.