Filler Injection Techniques for Beginners
Filler injection techniques for beginners come down to one rule: match the technique to the anatomic target. PubMed Central's review of facial fillers states: "Multiple injection techniques exist. Different techniques should be used, depending on the anatomic target." The same review defines the first technique you will meet: "Linear threading technique is performed by injecting filler as the needle is either advanced or withdrawn within the tissue."
The full review is Facial fillers: Relevant anatomy, injection techniques, and complications. For the anatomy, read about the facial artery on Wikipedia.
Pages in this hub, in the order you need them
- Aseptic Technique for Injectable Treatments covers aseptic technique.
- Choosing a Technique by Anatomic Target pairs each technique with its target.
- Linear Threading in Lips and Folds applies linear threading to lips and folds.
- Serial Puncture for Small Aliquots covers serial puncture for small aliquots.
Reading on the material
The American Academy of Dermatology answers common questions in its fillers FAQs. For the material itself, read The Rheology and Physicochemical Characteristics of Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: Their Clinical Implications, also on PubMed Central.
From technique to scope of practice
Technique is one half of the question. The other half is who may inject. Scope of practice for aesthetic injectors picks up there.