Facial Aesthetics Skin Evaluation & Treatment Techniques Flashcards
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Collagen stimulator fillers such as poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) differ from HA fillers primarily because they:
Answer: Work by gradually stimulating the body's own collagen production
PLLA is a biostimulator that gradually induces neocollagenesis over several months, rather than providing immediate volumization like HA fillers.
Which clinical sign during filler injection most immediately indicates potential intravascular injection requiring urgent intervention?
Answer: Blanching of the skin in a vascular distribution
Skin blanching in a vascular distribution indicates arterial occlusion from intravascular injection or external compression of a vessel, requiring immediate halt and intervention.
A patient's skin evaluation reveals telangiectasia, flushing, and papulopustules predominantly on the central face. This presentation is most consistent with which subtype of rosacea?
Answer: Papulopustular rosacea
Papulopustular rosacea (subtype 2) presents with central facial erythema, telangiectasia, and acne-like papulopustules, distinguishing it from the purely vascular subtype 1.
For a patient with Fitzpatrick skin type VI requesting laser hair removal, which laser is most appropriate to minimize epidermal damage?
Answer: Nd:YAG 1064 nm laser
The 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser penetrates deeper with less melanin absorption at the epidermal level, making it the safest option for darker skin types (V–VI).
During facial mapping for botulinum toxin, the procerus muscle is responsible for which specific movement?
Answer: Pulling the nose downward and creating horizontal nasal dorsum lines
The procerus muscle depresses the medial brow and nasal bridge, creating horizontal rhytids across the nasal dorsum and contributing to an angry or tired appearance.
Which topical ingredient works by competitively inhibiting tyrosinase to reduce melanin synthesis and treat hyperpigmentation?
Answer: Hydroquinone
Hydroquinone is a tyrosinase inhibitor that directly competes with DOPA substrate to block melanin biosynthesis, making it the gold-standard topical depigmenting agent.
When performing a comprehensive pre-treatment skin assessment, which factor is evaluated by the DOSE framework in the context of photoaging?
Answer: Duration, onset, skin type, and environmental exposure history
The DOSE framework for photoaging history evaluates Duration of sun exposure, Onset of changes, Skin type, and Environmental factors to guide treatment selection.