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Welcome to the 2020 IAFA Aesthetic Symposium!
The International Academy of Facial Aesthetics will hold its 8th annual aesthetic symposium on November 13-14 in Miami, FL. The meeting will feature a variety of acclaimed speakers and industry experts and the most valuable, hands-on workshops in the industry. Your attendance demonstrates your commitment to your continued growth and education in the rapidly and exciting field of facial aesthetics.
November 13 | Conference Day - Morning
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Sign-in, Breakfast, Meet & Greet, Time with Exhibitors
Advanced Full-Face Cosmetic Laser Applications with VECTORED LIFTING as an alternative to Surgical Facelifts
9:00 AM | Morning Lecture
Presenters: Dr. Adrian Gaspar MD & Dr. Terry Alford
Enhancing Patient Safety with Injectable Procedures Using Ultrasound
9:40 AM | Morning Lecture
Presenter: Young R. Cho, MD, PhD, MBA
PDO Threads: Tips for Success & Advanced Techniques
10:15 AM | Morning Lecture
Presenter: Kian Karimi, MD
Live Demonstration: Non-Surgical Facelift with PDO Threads and Micro-Cannula Fillers
10:45 AM | Live Demonstration
Presenter: Kian Karimi, MD
The Signature Liquid Facelift
11:30 AM | Morning Lecture
Presenter: Natausha Spears, RN
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Luncheon, Awards Ceremony, Break with Exhibitors
Current Trends in Cellular Medicine, Regenerative and Stem Cell Therapy
1:30 PM | Afternoon Lecture
Presenter: Gregory Chernoff, MD
How to Maximize Results for Lower Face Restoration
2:10 PM | Afternoon Lecture
Presenter: Corrin Singletary, PA
The Art of Subtle Lip Enhancement
2:40 PM | Afternoon Lecture
Presenter: Francine Young RN, MEP-C
2:55 PM | 20 Minute Break
BREAK TIME!
Live Demonstration: The Art of Subtle Lip Enhancement
3:15 PM | Live Demonstration
Presenter: Francine Young RN, MEP-C
The Ingredients Needed to Have Your Practice Perform at the Highest Level
3:40 PM | Business Strategy Lecture
Presenter: Pete Johnson, Cofounder of GPG
Panfacial Assessment & Techniques using Microcannulas & Needles
4:00 PM | Afternoon Lecture
Presenter: Shanna Concepcion, PA
Maximizing Facial Aesthetic Results Combining PRF and Laser Therapies
4:30 PM | Afternoon Lecture
Presenter: Richard Miron DDS, BMSC, MSc, PhD
POLY-L-LACTIC Acid 'A Cinderella Story'
Saturday November 14th, 12:50 PM | Special Guest
Lunch and Learn with Dr. Shino Bay
November 14 | Workshop Day - Morning
Extreme Makeovers: Facial Sculpting Workshop
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Morning Workshop
Working in small groups, participants will use various treatment modalities to restore a youthful facial V-shape on pre-selected model patients. Using the latest minimally-invasive techniques and various products, participants will learn the art of combination therapy to thoroughly assess a variety of aesthetic cases and create the most ideal treatment plans for optimal results.
Extreme Makeovers: Facial Sculpting Workshop Picture
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Morning Workshop
Faculty: Corinn Singletary, PA-C; Jenya Titova, PA-C; Amy Faircloth, RN, BSN
Working in small groups, participants will use various treatment modalities to restore a youthful facial V-shape on pre-selected model patients. Using the latest minimally-invasive techniques and various products, participants will learn the art of combination therapy to thoroughly assess a variety of aesthetic cases and create the most ideal treatment plans for optimal results.
Treatments demonstrated in the Workshop:
● Kybella for Chin Fat Reduction
● Advanced Micro-Cannula Techniques
● Temples
● Tear Trough
● Mid-face Augmentation
● Jawline Augmentation
● Chin Augmentation
● Eyebrow Lift with dermal fillers
* Product included in group demonstrations
NEW! Ultrasound Guided Filler Techniques Workshop
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Morning Workshop
Ultrasound offers a systematic and guided approach to examination of the face to visualize important structures and pinpoint the optimal location of a planned injectable treatment. This hands-on workshop will utilize ultrasound to give a complete insight into facial anatomy, thereby increasing the safety of injectable treatments, and reducing the hazards of technical complications and adverse events.
NEW! Ultrasound Guided Filler Techniques Workshop
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Morning Workshop
Faculty: Young R. Cho, MD, PhD, MBA
Ultrasound offers a systematic and guided approach to examination of the face to visualize important structures and pinpoint the optimal location of a planned injectable treatment. This hands-on workshop will utilize ultrasound to give a complete insight into facial anatomy, thereby increasing the safety of injectable treatments, and reducing the hazards of technical complications and adverse events. Vessels, relevant muscles and bony structures are easily seen and can be avoided. The volume and type of injectable can also be determined and injectables already in situ can be assessed. This course will train the attendee how to use ultrasound in filler application, assess facial anatomy and understand vascular mapping. * Product is included to practice Ultrasound-guided injections as part of this hands-on training workshop.
NEW! Energy Based Devices (Lasers) for Total Rejuvenation
9:00 AM – 12:00PM | Morning Workshop
NEW! Energy Based Devices (Lasers) for Total Rejuvenation
9:00 AM – 12:00PM | Morning Workshop
Laser treatments are an integral part of any successful aesthetic practice. Learn how the most cutting-edge laser technologies can expand your aesthetic practice to offer an array of procedures including facial rejuvenation, scar reduction, acne treatment, hair removal, spider vein removal and much more. This interactive workshop will provide you with a practical understanding of laser technologies followed by a series of live clinical demonstrations of the most in-demand aesthetic procedures. As a class bonus, participants will also learn how lasers can help with TMJ conditions and obstructive sleep apnea.
TMD & Myofascial Pain Interactive Workshop
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Morning Workshop
TMD & Myofascial Pain Interactive Workshop
9:00 AM – 12:00PM | Morning Workshop
Faculty: Dr. Mike Golsen, DMD
evaluate and treatment plan for patients with TMD and myofascial pain in your practice. Identify trigger points and learn the practical application of neurotoxins to manage TMD symptoms.
Understanding the source, pathways and overlap of the cranial nerves provides the foundation for understanding myofascial pain. As a workshop bonus, instructors will provide an in-depth review of anatomy, including demonstration of underlying musculature and bones on a pre-dissected cadaver head.
NEW! Microcannulas for Dermal Filler Injections*
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Morning Workshop
This advanced, hands-on workshop will teach you how to properly evaluate patients, diagnose and treatment plan for microcannula enhancements. Participants will learn various cannula injection techniques and understand when the application is advantageous to optimize aesthetic cases.
Microcannulas for Dermal Filler Injections*
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Morning Workshop
Microcannulas are growing in popularity and are considered a superior method to effectively deliver dermal fillers to your patients. Safer than needles, blunt-tipped cannulas only use a single entry point and glide smoothly under the skin without cutting nerves and vessels. Resulting in greater patient satisfaction, microcannulas deliver dermal fillers with virtually no bruising, diminished swelling, considerably reduced pain, and less risks of more serious complications (necrosis / blindness / vascular issues). In addition, the blunt-tip cannulas may also stimulate collagen production because of the nature of the technique used.
This advanced, hands-on workshop will teach you how to properly evaluate patients, diagnose and treatment plan for microcannula enhancements. Participants will learn various cannula injection techniques and understand when the application is advantageous to optimize aesthetic cases. You will also gain an understanding of the different sizes and types of microcannulas that are made for a variety of dermal fillers and injection depths that can be used for superficial injections to deep injections.
*Workshop Prerequisite: Attendees of this workshop must be experienced injectors with a minimum of 6 months continuous injecting experience with hyaluronic acid dermal fillers.
Special Guest Dr. Shino Bay (12:50 PM Lecture)
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM | Lunch and Learn
November 14 | Workshop Day - Afternoon
Facial Injectables Cadaver Workshop
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Afternoon Workshop
Facial Injectables Cadaver Workshop
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Afternoon Workshops
Faculty: Dr. Terry Alford; Corinn Singletary, PA-C; Dr. Mike Golsen; Dr. Joshua Bevans
Anatomical knowledge is fundamental to becoming a highly skilled, safe injector. The Facial Injectables Cadaver Workshop provides the highest level of anatomical training to expand your repertoire of facial injectables. Working in small groups, participants will dissect cadaver faces to identify pertinent anatomy (muscular structures, fat pads, dermal depths) and learn correct injection techniques to avoid complications and adverse effects. This hands-on workshop, exclusively at the 2020 IAFA Aesthetic Symposium, will give participants a high level understanding of the essential anatomy of the face as it pertains to facial injectables.
The cadaver workshop will begin with an interactive pre-dissection lecture featuring expert guided markings on mannequin heads. Participants will also receive a cadaver workbook to fully guide them through the workshop, serving as an excellent post workshop review.
Absorbable PDO Threads Training Workshop
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Afternoon Workshop
This advanced workshop features training on Absorbable PDO (Polydiaxanone) threads: An innovative, minimally invasive & effective technique to achieve safe in-office tightening and repositioning of the skin. PDO threads are placed in the superficial tissues to lift and tighten sagging skin tissue.
Absorbable PDO Threads Training Workshop*
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Afternoon Workshop
Faculty: Dr. Kian Karimi, MD, FACS; Francine Young RN, MEP-C; Shanna Concepcion, RN, CANS
This advanced workshop features training on Absorbable PDO (Polydiaxanone) threads: An innovative, minimally invasive & effective technique to achieve safe in-office tightening and repositioning of the skin. PDO threads are placed in the superficial tissues to lift and tighten sagging skin tissue. The procedure requires no surgical skills and delivers great results with virtually no complications. The threads are placed in the superficial tissues and can be used anywhere on the face and body.
In addition to being ideal for lifting the skin, threads combat aging in another way: by provoking the body’s “healing response” and causing the body to direct large surges of collagen to treated areas. Each participant will have the opportunity to participate in treatment and observe various cases for maximum learning during the 4-hour workshop.
*Advanced Practitioners Only.
NEW! PRP/ PRF & Micro-needling Workshop
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Afternoon Workshop
The popularity of PRP/ PRF and Micro-needling treatments among patients for aesthetics purposes has exploded in recent years. Join us for this live-patient workshop and learn to offer natural skin rejuvenation by using your patient’s own platelets. Unlike dermal fillers, which mainly address volume loss, PRP/ PRF can help with scars, dark spots, discoloration, saggy skin, wrinkles and help the overall texture and tone of the skin. Led by PRP Pioneer Dr. Arun Garg, this interactive workshop will feature devices from the top manufacturers in the industry to further enhance your clinical experience.
Morning Workshops
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Morning Workshops
- Extreme Makeovers: Facial Sculpting
- TMD & Myofascial Pain Interactive Workshop
- Energy Based Devices (Lasers) for Total Rejuvenation
- Advanced Lip Rejuvenation
- Microcannulas for Dermal Fillers
Advanced Lip Rejuvenation Workshop
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Afternoon Workshop
NEW! Advanced Lip Rejuvenation Workshop
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Afternoon Workshop
Faculty: Dr. Shawn Cabbell, National Injectables Trainer; Amy Faircloth RN, BSN
This workshop teaches attendees the art and skill of various advanced injection techniques to provide patients with the most optimal results for Lip Rejuvenation. Participants will learn how to use different modalities including neurotoxins, various dermal filler options and PDO thread techniques to achieve the most comprehensive smile makeovers. Attendees will be able to better assess the appropriate size lips for patients’ facial anatomy, giving them natural looking, well-proportioned lips and surrounding peri-oral areas.
NEW! Business Strategy Workshop
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Afternoon Workshop
Set your practice up for success in 2021 with this interactive, hands-on business workshop. Join strategy consultants from 3 of the top marketing companies and learn the key things needed to grow your aesthetic treatments overall practice offerings. Participants will review their 2020 marketing, create a new plan for 2021 and start implementing strategy on the spot!
NEW! Business Implementation Workshop
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Afternoon Workshop
Presented by Expert Industry Consultants: Pete Johnson & Kristina Centnere
- Clarify your patient acquisition strategy for 2021
- Get inside your patients’ minds using neuromarketing
- Learn how to effectively maximize and manage all your marketing efforts
- Review your current marketing strategy: Strength and Weaknesses
- The Importance of Video Marketing for your 2021 Strategy
- Online Reviews… How Much Do They Really Matter
- Using Marketing Data to make Educated Business Decisions Based on ROI
- Setting Your Website Up For Success: Optimizing for Conversions
- Custom Website vs Semi-Custom Website… What’s the Difference?
Join Us At
The Ritz Carlton
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation of the IAFA 2020 Symposium must be made in writing and sent by US mail (address below) to be received at the IAFA meeting management office no later than November 6, 2020. Workshop cancellations will incur a $150 cancellation processing fee. No other refunds or future credit will be available after 11/06/2020. Cancellation by phone or email will not be accepted. The Cadaver Dissection workshop scheduled for Saturday, November 14, 2020, is a non-refundable registration fee.
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