Facial Esthetics Techniques & Trends

Stay current on the latest injectable techniques, patient trends, and clinical insights

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Dental

Botox for Bruxism: What Dental Professionals Need to Know

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A women getting PRP on her face

What Is PDGF? The New Frontier in Facial Injectables | AAFE

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What is Sculptra

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Dental

Botox for Bruxism: What Dental Professionals Need to Know

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A women getting PRP on her face

What Is PDGF? The New Frontier in Facial Injectables | AAFE

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What is Sculptra

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Watch Master Injectors At Work & Grow Your Skills

Explore a Selection of Our Educational Videos 22 Videos
Cheek Filler and PDO Smooth Threads | AAFE 5:26
Cheek Filler and PDO Smooth Threads | AAFE
Botched Botox: Real Patient Fix for Spock Eyebrows & 40 Units Gone Wrong 11:27
Botched Botox: Real Patient Fix for Spock Eyebrows & 40 Units Gone Wrong
PDO Threads Skin and Lips Treatment for Nicole | AAFE 10:00
PDO Threads Skin and Lips Treatment for Nicole | AAFE
Nicole's Second Round of Lip Fillers | AAFE 5:00
Nicole's Second Round of Lip Fillers | AAFE
Non-Surgical Facelift with PDO Lifting Threads | AAFE 5:12
Non-Surgical Facelift with PDO Lifting Threads | AAFE
Adding Lip Definition with PDO Smooth Threads | AAFE 2:06
Adding Lip Definition with PDO Smooth Threads | AAFE
Brother and Sister PDO Threads Treatment | AAFE 8:23
Brother and Sister PDO Threads Treatment | AAFE
Treating Bruxism with Botox | AAFE 2:14
Treating Bruxism with Botox | AAFE
Creating A Sharp Jawline | AAFE 4:12
Creating A Sharp Jawline | AAFE
Botox Treatment | AAFE 7:12
Botox Treatment | AAFE
Routine Botox Treatment | AAFE 7:26
Routine Botox Treatment | AAFE
Creating a Sharp Jawline | AAFE 6:16
Creating a Sharp Jawline | AAFE
Creating a Balanced Profile with Chin Filler | AAFE 4:11
Creating a Balanced Profile with Chin Filler | AAFE
Creating Volume with PDO Smooth Threads | AAFE 3:21
Creating Volume with PDO Smooth Threads | AAFE
PDO Smooth Threads for Volume Loss and Skin Texture | AAFE 5:12
PDO Smooth Threads for Volume Loss and Skin Texture | AAFE
Huge Lip Plump for Young Patient | AAFE 9:21
Huge Lip Plump for Young Patient | AAFE
Solid Filler Smooth PDO Threads for Fine Lines and Support | AAFE 6:31
Solid Filler Smooth PDO Threads for Fine Lines and Support | AAFE
Adding More Volume to Her Lips | AAFE 6:49
Adding More Volume to Her Lips | AAFE
Treating Scars and Volume Loss with Smooth PDO Threads 5:45
Treating Scars and Volume Loss with Smooth PDO Threads
The AAFE Right Angle Technique | AAFE 5:46
The AAFE Right Angle Technique | AAFE
Male Lip Case | AAFE 1:59
Male Lip Case | AAFE
Routine Botox Treatment | AAFE 4:04
Routine Botox Treatment | AAFE

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The Life-Changing Relationship Between Chronic Migraines and Botulinum Toxin: Beyond Aesthetics

By Brigid Landrum, RN How Dentists Are Helping Patients Feel Like Themselves Again If you’ve ...
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The Vital Role of Social Media Marketing for Small Businesses

In today’s digital landscape, social media has become an indispensable tool for small businesses across ...
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The Therapeutic Value of Botox: Should it be Covered by Insurance?

By Crystal Wilson, CNP   Botox, a popular cosmetic treatment for reducing wrinkles and fine ...
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Understanding the Science of Botox in Medical and Dental Applications For TMJ, Orofacial Pain, Migraines and Headaches

For years, Botox has been a popular cosmetic procedure for reducing wrinkles and fine lines. ...
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Understanding Lip Filler Migration: Tips for a Natural and Beautiful Pout

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Hyperdilute Radiesse®

There are two proteins that every aging adult could benefit from in some way or ...
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Keep Growing: New Skills, New Revenue

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I’m a nurse. How do I become an injector?

This is an extremely common question that we are often asked. While the aesthetics industry ...
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Comprehensive Patient Treatment

  By Crystal Wilson, CNP This patient presented to me and wanted a full-face refresh. ...
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Tools of The Trade

By Crystal Wilson, CNP When determining which syringes and/or needles to purchase for neurotoxin treatments, ...
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When Will I Finally Feel Comfortable As An Injector?

I recently had the pleasure of treating a patient who happens to be an injector ...
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Why Take a Certification Course?

By Jill Charles, MSN, CNP Are you a dentist looking to implement esthetics into your ...
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Early Prevention of Aging

25 Industry Changes By 2020: A Revisit By Rob and Carol Trow, DermaConcepts “Dr. Louis ...
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Frequently Asked Questions

Attendees must provide proof of professional license and current malpractice insurance to attend an AAFE course.

No prior experience is required. AAFE offers introductory courses that cover the fundamentals, as well as advanced and continuing education programs for practitioners who already provide aesthetic treatments.

AAFE provides both in-person, hands-on training across the U.S. and online learning options. Many professionals choose to combine both for a well-rounded education.

Yes. Each course includes CME/CE credits and certification in the procedures you are trained on, such as Botox®, dermal fillers, PDO thread lifts, PRP microneedling, and more.

AAFE courses cover a wide range of facial esthetics procedures including Botox®, dermal fillers, PDO thread lifts, PRP and platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) therapies, Sculptra®, microneedling, and more.

If you are new to medical aesthetics, the Level 1 introductory courses are the best place to start. If you already provide treatments, you may choose from advanced courses or continuing education programs to expand your skills and service offerings.

Like all medical treatments, Botox® and fillers carry some risks. AAFE training covers how to minimize these risks, manage complications, and provide the safest, most effective results for your patients.

Yes. After completing training and certification, many professionals immediately begin offering treatments within their practices, expanding patient services and creating new revenue opportunities.

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