FAC FAC Facial Anatomy & Physiology 2

Question 1

The 'danger zones' of the face in aesthetic procedures refer to areas with high risk of:

Accepted Answer

Vascular compromise or nerve injury

Answer

Danger zones such as the glabella and nasolabial fold contain vessels and nerves where filler injection can cause ischemia, necrosis, or blindness.

Question 2

Which fat compartment is located directly beneath the orbicularis oculi and contributes to under-eye hollowing with age?

Accepted Answer

Sub-orbicularis oculi fat (SOOF)

Answer

The sub-orbicularis oculi fat (SOOF) descends with age, contributing to tear trough deformity and under-eye hollowing.

Question 3

The golden ratio in facial aesthetics refers to a proportion of approximately:

Accepted Answer

1:1.618

Answer

The golden ratio (phi, ~1:1.618) is used to assess ideal facial proportions and guide aesthetic treatment planning.

Question 4

In facial anatomy, the retaining ligaments are important for aesthetic practitioners because they:

Accepted Answer

Tether soft tissue and influence how aging descent occurs

Answer

Retaining ligaments anchor facial soft tissue to bone and fascia; their weakening with age leads to sagging and volume displacement.

Question 5

Which type of collagen is most abundant in the dermal extracellular matrix?

Accepted Answer

Type I collagen

Answer

Type I collagen is the most prevalent collagen in the dermis and provides tensile strength to the skin.

(FAC) Facial Aesthetics Certification Practice Test