Author's cadaver course:
Anatomy of the upper third
of the face
Anatomy of the upper third
of the face
Gain hands-on experience as close to real as possible using cadaveric material, in a convenient remote format
From basic anatomy to advanced lifting techniques, tissue fixation, and risk minimization
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Who this course is for
Especially for beginners who are afraid to work in the brow and temple areas due to the risk of:
- damaging the supraorbital artery and causing a hematoma
- injuring the frontal branch of the facial nerve — leaving the patient unable to move their eyebrows
- placing threads or fillers incorrectly — resulting in a drooping forehead or a heavy, tired look
You will actually see on cadavers where these structures are located. This builds confidence, even with minimal intervention, because you understand what lies beneath the skin.
For plastic surgeons
During osteotomies, implantation, frontoplasty, and approaches through temporal and coronal incisions—an error in anatomy can lead to:
- skin necrosis due to damage to the vascular bundle
- brow or eyelid ptosis caused by injury to the frontal branch of the facial nerve
- excessive blood loss from the supraorbital or superficial temporal artery
The opportunity to see everything on high-quality cadaveric material with realistic tissue thickness, fascia color, and precise nerve and vessel positioning—and to adjust your surgical approach routes accordingly.
For maxillofacial surgeons
Anatomy varies from person to person, and if you don't understand how muscles and ligaments function dynamically, you might:
- over-relax the forehead, causing it to sag
- place threads incorrectly, resulting in unnatural folds or creases
- inject filler into the wrong area, disrupting facial expressions
Gain an understanding of the depth, location, and function of each muscle (frontalis, orbicularis oculi, corrugator muscles). Learn how they interact, where to lift, and where to inject to preserve the natural facial architecture.
For cosmetologists
Who are just beginning to dive into injectable and surgical facial procedures
Institutions often provide only dry, theoretical anatomy: muscles, nerves, vessels. But they don't offer an understanding of where these structures are located, at what depth, and how they relate to clinical practice
Institutions often provide only dry, theoretical anatomy: muscles, nerves, vessels. But they don't offer an understanding of where these structures are located, at what depth, and how they relate to clinical practice
Anatomy diagrams in textbooks are one thing—actual anatomy in a living person is completely different
For residents and interns
Course author:
Ksenia Evgenyevna Avdoshenko
- Candidate of Medical Sciences, Leading Plastic Surgeon at the "Institute of Plastic Surgery and Cosmetology", Moscow
- Member of the specialized committee at the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation
- Expert in comprehensive facial rejuvenation
- 23 years of experience in plastic surgery, performing up to 500 surgeries per year
- Popular medical blogger
- Author of the medical novel "Plastic Surgery from the Inside"
Program objectives
- How to work "blindly," relying on tactile sensations
- How to use botulinum toxin not only for cosmetic purposes but also in rehabilitation
- How to read anatomy not from textbooks, but "in motion," within the context of surgery
- How to "map out" the surgical plan in advance
- How to avoid common mistakes made by both beginner and experienced surgeons
- Which muscles need to be cut and which ones should be completely removed
- Why it's important to "know every millimeter"—from nerves to fasciae
- Secrets of tissue fixation for long-lasting results
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You will learn:
Main techniques and procedures
that will be covered in the course
We will thoroughly examine all layers of the skin. Key features of the localization and course of the facial nerve, particularly its frontal branch, will be discussed. We will also explore the topography of the facial expression muscles, ligaments, and fascial structures.
You will learn about the indications and contraindications for this technique. How to properly choose the approach: bicoronal or minimally invasive. Risk analysis: hair loss, numbness, trophic disturbances. Working beneath the galeal-fascial layer and fixation techniques. You will also discover why endoscopic surgery may be ineffective in patients with hyperostosis
You will learn why making incisions in the periosteum is important and how it affects surgical outcomes. We will discuss removing or cutting muscles to correct glabellar wrinkles. We'll cover the technique of unblocking facial expressions by releasing the orbicularis oculi muscle, and how to achieve a natural facial appearance after surgery.
What is lower eyelid correction without external incisions and the KANT-epicanthoplasty technique. We will work with the orbital and pre-tarsal portions of the muscles. You will also learn how to minimize the risks of damaging nerves and blood vessels.
We will review techniques for harvesting and transferring fat without compromising cell viability. You will learn how to use cannulas of different diameters and understand the significance of their thickness. We will cover proper fat distribution for a natural volumetric effect, as well as specifics of working with the buttocks, face, and neck.
You will learn how to avoid damaging the frontal branch of the facial nerve when working in the forehead. We will discuss techniques of minimal dissection and preserving blood supply. We will analyze the importance of understanding muscle fiber orientation for precise cutting. We will also compare direct and endoscopic approaches.
Overview of instruments used: scalpels, coagulators, scissors, endotines. You will learn how to select instruments based on the specific task. Practical tips on endoscope use will be provided, along with guidance on avoiding common beginner mistakes when choosing equipment.
We will discuss how to prevent skin necrosis and trophic disturbances. You will learn when the bicoronal approach is dangerous, how to minimize postoperative hair loss (affecting up to 90% of patients), and how to manage patients who have previously undergone device-based cosmetic treatments.
You will learn why even experienced surgeons may lack in-depth anatomical knowledge. We will discuss how to teach surgical techniques effectively and clearly. The importance of closed-eye training for developing tactile perception will be covered, along with methods to help novice surgeons learn to feel muscles beneath the skin.
Results after the course
- ConfidenceYou will confidently navigate the anatomy of the face and head. You will avoid common mistakes that often lead to complications.
- KnowledgeYou will learn to perform complex surgeries with minimal risks.
You will gain a clear understanding of the location of each layer, muscle, ligament, and nerve. - TechniqueYou will master techniques that deliver natural, long-lasting results.
Overcome your fear of the challenges involved in the work
Feel confident when performing facial surgeries
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