Local Anesthesia

Shahram MAFAZI, MD

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
Local Anesthesia

Local Anesthesia

An evidence-based course on local anesthesia for aesthetic procedures. This program covers anesthetic agents, mechanisms of action, and practical application of topical, infiltrative, tumescent, ring-block, and nerve-block techniques. Emphasis is placed on safe dosing, method selection, complication prevention, and structured management of adverse reactions, using practical checklists and clinical decision tools.

Learning Objectives

  • Compare local anesthetic agents and mechanisms of action
  • Select appropriate topical, infiltrative, tumescent, ring-block, or nerve-block methods
  • Optimize onset, duration, and safety with additives
  • Recognize and manage complications, including systemic reactions and differentials

Curriculum Structure

  • Module 1 – Local Anesthetic Agents
    Types, properties, and clinical selection.
  • Module 2 – Mechanism of Action
    Neural conduction blockade and pharmacologic principles.
  • Module 3 – Topical Anesthesia
    Indications, limitations, and safety considerations.
  • Module 4 – Pneumatic Anesthesia
    Non-invasive analgesia principles and clinical use.
  • Module 5 – Cryo-Anesthesia
    Cold-based analgesia techniques and applications.
  • Module 6 – Additives in Injectable Anesthesia
    Epinephrine and other modifiers: benefits and risks.
  • Module 7 – Infiltrative Anesthesia
    Technique, depth, dosing, and regional considerations.
  • Module 8 – Tumescent Anesthesia
    Principles, dilution strategies, and safety margins.
  • Module 9 – Ring Block Techniques
    Indications and anatomical considerations.
  • Module 10 – Nerve Block Techniques
    Key blocks relevant to aesthetic procedures.
  • Module 11 – Complications & Management
    Local and systemic adverse effects and response pathways.
  • Module 12 – Differential Diagnosis of Systemic Reactions
    Recognition and early decision-making in suspected toxicity.

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)

INDIVIDUAL PRICING

Secure LMS access • No downloads • Certificate issued upon completion

30-Day License

1 Month Access

$250 CAD / month
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  • Learn anytime, anywhere
  • 24/7 access
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