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IAFA 2026 Aesthetic Symposium
SCHEDULE of EVENTS
This November, we’re unveiling a completely reimagined format designed for deeper learning, greater flexibility, and more hands-on opportunity designed to inspire and maximize engagement.
Both days will now feature dynamic lectures and live demonstrations in the morning, followed by immersive live-patient workshops in the afternoon — Giving you twice the opportunity to learn, practice, and engage with expert faculty.
Friday, November 6th
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Breakfast / Registration
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Lectures & Live Demos
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch Break
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Workshops
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Cocktail Party
November 6th Workshops
Combination Therapy: Facial Sculpting with Fillers, PDO Threads & Advanced by TMD Therapy with PRF
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Workshop
Faculty: TBA
Delivering truly transformative results starts with mastering the art of facial rebalancing—a technique that combines structure, symmetry, and individualized treatment planning. This hands-on workshop allows participants to assess facial proportions and implement advanced combination therapies to sculpt and lift the face while restoring youthful balance.
Participants will rotate through small-group clinical stations where they’ll apply full facial sculpting techniques using dermal fillers, including contouring the midface, jawline, chin, and tear troughs. Two dedicated sculpting stations will guide attendees through advanced filler techniques, while a third station introduces PDO thread lifting techniques to complement volume-based treatments and enhance facial support and definition.
Lip Rejuvenation with Fillers, Neurotoxins + Threads
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Workshop
Faculty: TBA
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 techniques and modalities including HA fillers, neurotoxins and PDO smooth threads 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 perioral areas.
Lip Rejuvenation with Fillers, Neurotoxins + Threads
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Workshop
Faculty: Barbara Brandt, APRN; Dr. Shawn Cabbell, National Injectables Trainers & 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 techniques and modalities including HA fillers, neurotoxins and PDO smooth threads 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 perioral areas.
NEW! TMD Therapeutics Intensive: PBM, Neuromodulators, PRF & Cadaver-Guided TMJ Anatomy
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Workshop
Faculty: Dr. Terry Alford, DMD
Curriculum TBA
NEW! Aesthetic Energy Immersion: Lasers & RFMN Clinical Lab
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Workshop
Faculty: Dr. Terry Alford, DMD & Dr. Larry Lieberman, DDS and Dr. Julio Hernandez
Featuring Laser & Radiofrequency Microneedling Multi-Platform Systems
Energy-based treatments are a core element of modern aesthetic medicine, offering powerful results with minimal downtime. In this hands-on clinical immersion, participants will explore the latest in aesthetic energy technology through guided, live demonstrations and interactive stations.
Led by renowned laser pioneer Dr. Alford, this workshop covers laser-based protocols including:
- Smoothlase – a unique vectored intraoral technique for non-invasive facial lifting
- Liplase – a non-injectable laser alternative to lip fillers, promoting fuller lips through collagen stimulation
This workshop will also include a cutting-edge Radiofrequency Microneedling (RFMN) & multi-modality energy platform station. This advanced system combines fractional and non-fractional RF technologies to treat:
- Acne scars & deep wrinkles
- Hyperpigmentation & stretch marks
- Skin laxity in areas such as cheeks, submental, neck & décolleté
- Jawline contouring & submental tightening
- Body rejuvenation: arms, abdomen, knees & more
Participants will learn clinical applications, treatment protocols, patient selection, and energy settings for maximum results across skin types and treatment zones.
Whether you’re expanding your current offerings or looking to implement energy devices for the first time, this immersive experience is designed to give you the confidence and skills to integrate high-demand aesthetic energy treatments into your practice.
The Intelligent Practice: Key AI Strategies for Growth & Precision in Aesthetics
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Workshop
Curriculum TBA
Saturday, November 7th
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Breakfast / Registration
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Lectures & Live Demos
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch & Learn
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Workshops
November 7th Workshops
Cadaver Dissection for Facial Injectables + Ultrasound
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Workshop
Faculty: Dr. Terry Alford
Ultrasound Instructor: Alfredo Ferreyra, RDMS
Anatomical knowledge is fundamental to becoming a highly skilled, safe injector. This 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 IAFA Aesthetic Symposium, will give participants a high-level understanding of the essential anatomy of the face as it pertains to facial injectables.
Multi-Level Neurotoxins
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Workshop
Faculty: TBA
This hands-on workshop is dedicated entirely to the various uses of Neurotoxins, focusing not only on popular facial areas but also delving into the lower ⅔ of the face and emerging uses. Whether you are a beginner or seasoned injector, this workshop can be customized clinically to enhance your current experience with neuromodulators, such as Dysport, Botox, Xeomin and Jeauveu. Inexperienced practitioners will gain clinical experience with highly sought-out upper face areas while experienced injectable practitioners will be able to further enrich their existing knowledge with novel uses and techniques.
PLLA (Sculptra) Mastery: Biostimulatory Techniques in Facial Aesthetics*
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Workshop
Faculty: TBA
* Must have previous training and experience with dermal fillers
Poly-L-Lactic (PLLA) is in high-demand and once again a “must have” treatment in every provider’s aesthetic tool box. Ideal for whole face volume loss, PLLA such as Sculptra has a liquid consistency and, differing from gel-like dermal fillers, works deep within the skin to stimulate the body’s natural production of collagen. Collagen is a fibrous protein in the deep dermis that gives skin structure and supports the functions of elastin and Hyaluronic acid (HA), which helps maintain the skin’s shape while keeping it smooth and hydrated. Expand your injectable skills and learn how this unique product can take your aesthetic results and practice to the next level.
New! Regenerative Aesthetics: PRP/PRF, Biofillers & PDGF+ and PRF/PRP for TMD Therapy
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Workshop
Faculty: TBA
As patient demand for natural, minimally invasive results continues to rise, regenerative aesthetics is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after offerings in modern aesthetic practice. This hands-on clinical workshop explores the powerful role of biologic treatments in both cosmetic and therapeutic applications—positioning you at the forefront of what today’s aesthetic patient is actively seeking. Led by Dr. H. William Song, one of the world’s leading experts in cosmetic and regenerative medicine, the workshop features immersive live training in PRP/PRF, biofillers and use of microneedling and radiofrequency microneedling (RFMN) with PDGF+
Microcannulas for Dermal Filler Injections*
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Workshop
Faculty: TBA
Microcannulas 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.
Cancellation / Rescheduling Policy
Rescheduling / Cancellation of the IAFA 2026 Symposium must be made in writing to info@iafa.co no later than September 30, 2026. A $399 cancellation fee will be processed. Attendees can reschedule to the 2027 Symposium (Nov ’27) until September 30, 2026. Attendees can reschedule the Symposium one time. Starting October 1, 2026, no refunds or future credit will be available. Participation will be moved to “virtual” attendance. Cancellation by phone will not be accepted. The Cadaver Dissection workshop scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2026, is a non-refundable registration fee.
