FAC Injectable Treatments & Protocols Flashcards

The 'ice, pressure, and time' post-injection aftercare primarily aims to:

Answer: Minimize bruising, swelling, and discomfort

Ice and gentle pressure immediately after injection reduce capillary bleeding and edema, minimizing bruising and swelling.

Which of the following is a late-onset complication associated with dermal fillers?

Answer: Delayed inflammatory nodule or biofilm formation

Delayed inflammatory nodules and biofilm formation can occur weeks to years after filler injection and require specific management.

When injecting botulinum toxin into the masseter muscle for jaw slimming, the primary goal is to:

Answer: Reduce masseter hypertrophy to narrow and slim the lower face

Masseter botulinum toxin injections cause atrophy of the masseter muscle, slimming the lower face and softening the jawline over time.

The recommended follow-up timeline after a botulinum toxin treatment is typically:

Answer: 2 weeks post-treatment to assess results and perform touch-ups

A 2-week follow-up allows full effect to manifest and provides an opportunity to assess symmetry and perform any needed touch-ups.

Which condition is an absolute contraindication for all dermal filler treatments?

Answer: Active skin infection or inflammation at the injection site

Injecting into an area with active infection risks spreading bacteria deeper into tissue and causing serious complications.

The 'aspiration technique' before injecting filler is used to:

Answer: Check whether the needle tip is intravascular to avoid accidental vessel injection

Aspiration involves pulling back the plunger to check for blood return, indicating inadvertent intravascular needle placement.