Buccal Fat Removal
Dr. Shahram Mafazi
MD (Iran) | PDD (RCPI)
Dermatology-Trained Aesthetic Medicine Educator
- Speaker in IMCAS & Kolkhida world Congress
- International faculty of Aptos Global
- International faculty of IAAM
- Promoitalia (Happy Lift, Assuifil)
- Meditronic (Thread Lift)
- Aptos Global (Thread Lift)
- International Association of Aesthetic Medicine, Canada
- International Zone for Education in New Cosmetic Arts, CA
Buccal Fat Removal
This advanced course provides comprehensive theoretical training in buccal fat pad removal for midface contour refinement. The program focuses on detailed buccal space anatomy, patient selection, intraoral surgical technique, and complication prevention, ensuring safe and natural sculpting outcomes.
Participants will learn how to evaluate facial morphology, perform precise intraoral dissection, and manage postoperative care while avoiding over-resection and long-term aesthetic imbalance.
- Level Advanced
- Category
- Estimated study time ~4 Hours
- Format Virtual (Interactive LMS) + Optional Hands-on Lab
Learning Objectives
- Understand the anatomy of the buccal fat pad and adjacent facial structures
- Identify candidates and contraindications for buccal fat removal
- Learn incision placement, surgical approach, and dissection planes
- Master intraoral fat extraction techniques with minimal trauma
- Manage postoperative care, swelling, and asymmetry prevention
- Recognize complications such as hematoma, nerve injury, or over-resection
Curriculum Structure
- Module 1 – Anatomical Consideration
Detailed anatomy of the buccal fat pad and adjacent neurovascular structures. - Module 2 – Clinical Evaluation & Case Selection
Facial analysis, candidate selection, and contraindications. - Module 3 – Surgical Techniques
Intraoral incision design, dissection planes, and fat extraction methods. - Module 4 – Complication
Recognition and management of hematoma, nerve injury, asymmetry, and over-resection. - Module 5 – Post-Care
Postoperative care, swelling management, and long-term follow-up.
Assessment & Certification
- Interactive scenario-based quizzes throughout the course
- Final assessment quiz (minimum score: 70%)
- IZENCA Certificate of Completion (Digital)
Course Features
- 100% online, self-paced learning
- Advanced LMS with progress tracking
- Multi-device access
- Secure viewing (no downloads or printing)
Requirements
- Basic medical background (MD, DDS, RN, NP, or equivalent)
- Completion of Clinical Anatomy & Local anesthesia is strongly recommended prior to enrollment
INDIVIDUAL PRICING
Secure LMS access • No downloads • Certificate issued upon completion
30-Day License
1 Month Access
$900 CAD
/ month
- Pay Once
- Learn anytime, anywhere
- 24/7 access
Most Popular Choice
Annual License
1 Year Access
1620
/ year
(Equivalent to $135.00/month)
(Equivalent to $135.00/month)
- One-Time Payment
- Learn anytime, anywhere
- 24/7 access
