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Insights, news and advice on cosmetic injectables and facial rejuvenation from the PTIFA faculty.

3 Reasons A Deep Understanding of Anatomy is Crucial for Botox Placement

As a healthcare provider, you already have an intense understanding of head and neck anatomy. But when it comes to administering aesthetic medications like botulinum toxin type A (Botox®/Dysport, is it enough? Here are three reasons why all providers (including dentists, physicians and nurses) need an additional level of advanced facial anatomy training prior...
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COIVD Vaccination Requirements for In-Person Courses

The Province of British Columbia recently announced new COVID-19 vaccination requirements which may effect one's ability to attend PTIFA's in-person courses held in BC. By order of the Provincial Health Order, proof of vaccination will be required to access some events, services and businesses. Starting September 13, 2021 you must have at least one dose...
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Botox Injector Instructor Opportunity

Since 2008, PTIFA has been leading the injectable industry by offering the highest level of training available in the world. We are strong believers that there are no substitutes for a high-level of education and that there should only be one standard of patient care - that is the highest. PTIFA's courses are accredited and...
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How to Choose a Botox/Filler Course

Are you a dentist, physician, nurse, pharmacist or naturopath looking to take a Botox and/or Dermal Filler course? Before you register, ask these seven questions! What level of patient care is being taught? We believe there can only be one level of patient care, that is the highest. In 2014, the Alberta Dental Association and...
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Nuceiva: the "Newtox" on the Block

On Oct 16, 2019 Clarion Medical Technologies, a leading Canadian provider of medical and aesthetic equipment and technologies, announced the first shipment of the "Newtox" Nuceiva (prabobotulinumtoxinA) in Canada. Nuceiva is a 900 kDa purified botulinum toxin type A formulation that was authorized for sale by Health Canada in August 2018 for treating moderate to...
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Botox Injection Technique: the PTIFA Weal Technique

Intramuscular injection of botulinum toxin A (BoNT-A) is a common treatment both aesthetically for the relaxation of wrinkles, and therapeutically for Temperomandibular Disorder (TMD) and bruxism. Studies have shown however, that when injecting the Frontalis muscle, there is no significant difference in anti-wrinkle efficacy between intramuscular (IM) and intradermal injections (ID) (Carruthers & Carruthers, 2013)....
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Botox & Fillers Approved for Nova Scotia Dentists

The Provincial Dental Board of Nova Scotia (PDBNS) has approved the use of botulinum toxin A and dermal fillers for dentists - announced back in November of 2019. The PDBNS has incorporated a "Standard of Practice for the Use of Botulinum Toxin (Type A) and Esthetic Therapies" which was modified from the Alberta Dental Association...
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Ocular Considerations & Botox Video

Dr. Roberts has posted a new video in the online Study Club which discusses Botox (Bonita) for the treatment of certain ocular conditions. New Video: Ocular Considerations & Botox In this presentation, Dr. Roberts provides an overview of the therapeutic effects of Botox (Bonita) for the treatment of certain ocular conditions- including Strabismus and Blepharospasm....
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Botox & Filler Courses Approved for Nevada Dentists

The Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners has formally approved the botox and dermal filler courses for Nevada dentists. Dentists from Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno and the rest of Nevada who complete the following courses with PTIFA will not only meet, but exceed the training requirements outlined under NAC 631.257(1): Nevada Botox Course: NSBDE Approval...
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Provincial Training Grants for BC Practices & Businesses

Employers in British Columbia (including: dental/medical practice and business owners) are encouraged to apply for grant funding for training through the Employer Training Grant program (ETG). Employers including: dentists, physicians, nurses and other business owners may be eligible for grants for personal and employees to complete training with us at the Pacific Training Institute for...
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