Take your Botox service to the next level by treating several advanced indications.

Botulinum toxin or Botox has a variety of indications in the lower face and body. Lower face botox is considered advanced, given the complexity of the peri-oral muscle anatomy. Nevertheless, having the ability to treat specific aesthetic concerns, can really empower your practice and introduce new revenue streams. Treating excessive gingival display (gummy smile) can be extremely rewarding for your client. Likewise, the ability to slim and taper the jawline, by debulking the masseter muscle, represents another tool in your arsenal to sculpt the face, alongside conventional filler techniques.

Botox can also be injected intradermally to stop sweat production. It is a highly effective treatment for hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), a condition that can cause significant distress, embarrassment and/or inconvenience.

We take pride in being the first to develop an Aberdeen-based, regularly available course of this kind! The course is aimed at regulated Heathcare Professionals (registered Doctors, Dentists, Dental Technicians, Dental Hygienists, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Physiotherapists)

What does this course cover?

This is a half-day course and is delivered by experienced Aesthetic Practitioners (Doctors) with Medical and Medical Research backgrounds. The aim is to establish a solid, scientific grounding in the use of botulinum toxin to treat excessive gingival display, masseter hypertrophy and hyperhidrosis, then to demonstrate the safe practical injection of these areas. You will need to provide 1-2 models consenting to the treatments and photography. To achieve our aim, the course contains three components:

• Theory (2hrs)
  Key Facial anatomy
  Injection techniques: Excessive gingival display, masseter hypertrophy, hyperhidrosis
  Complications & emergencies

• Practical (4hrs)

  Practical Demonstration
  -Safe patient selection and informed consent
  -Injection technique (demonstration & trainee practice)
  

• Consolidation and Support
  Trainee pack containing all theory slides, materials and equipment summary, emergency algorithms (Resus Council UK)
  Useful contacts (aesthetics insurance, reputable pharmacies & manufacturers, professional organisations)
  The course concludes with a brief written assessment
  A printed certificate rewarded on completion
  Feedback forms - we require this to improve our course
  Facebook support network and direct contact with Dr. Abbas

Will my training be recognised by leading aesthetics insurance providers?

Yes, our course is fully recognised and insured by Cosmetic Insure, a leading aesthetics insurance provider in the UK. This means that your training will be professionally acknowledged when seeking indemnity cover. If you are unsure whether your Healthcare-type profession will be granted indemnity cover, we strongly encourage you to check before you register (we will do the same). Being able to legally inject Botox at your clinic following your training however will depend on the setting you chose to operate from. Independent Practitioners (private clinics) in Scotland must be registered with Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS). Please read their guidance carefully.

Do I need to be a Prescriber?

No, you do not. However, you will need to identify a prescriber you can work alongside for you to take full responsibility for your treatments. On occasion you may need a prescription to treat complications for example and your prescriber may need to perform a consultation prior to issuing a prescription of certain drugs (e.g. antibiotics, steroids, etc). Botox prescribing for aesthetic use must be performed face to face.

Where does the course take place?

The entire training day takes place at the dedicated Hourglass Aesthetics Training Academy on 43 Schoolhill, Aberdeen, AB10 1JT.

What does the course cost?

The full cost of the course is £950 (no added charges). The programme is excellent value for money given the comprehensive theoretical content and intensive hands-on practical exposure in the afternoon. Our trainee group size is small with trainee to trainer ratio of 4:1 or 5:1 max. We do not charge models you provide on this course, and any charge you incur upon them is at your discretion.

What if I feel I need more training or supervision before I start offering these treatments?

That’s not a problem. Recognising the limits of your competency is an important professional attribute. We want to support you throughout your early aesthetics career and we want to produce confident, safe practitioners. We can offer further clinical supervision while you practice your procedures. Please see our Professional Services for more information.

Contact us now if you have any queries relating to our course or professional services, otherwise register your place and start your journey!

Next available courses

Note: Masterclasses are held on a mutually agreed date. We will get in touch with you to arrange a date that suits you best, if you have made a booking. We recommend that you get in touch first to clarify your availability and set a provisional date. Once a date is set and the course item is booked, cancellation terms and conditions apply as usual. Please note that when completing the registration form, the course item will be in the ‘Shopping Cart’ and your booking is only confirmed following payment.