PTIFA PTIFA

The PTIFA Insider

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

January 4, 2021

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...
Read more
December 18, 2020

Kelowna Botox Course

Grow your practice with anatomy-based injectable training. We invite dentists, physicians, nurses and their teams to join Dr. Roberts as he brings his world-renown training to you in Kelowna. Learn how to successfully integrate injectables (ie: Botox, Dysport) into your practice with our proven clinical protocols. Learn how to treat: Fine Facial Lines & Wrinkles...
Read more
December 15, 2020

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....
Read more
June 29, 2020

Botox & Filler Courses approved by the Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners

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...
Read more
June 22, 2020

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...
Read more
June 6, 2020

COVID-19 & HANDS-ON COURSE UPDATE

We wanted to take this opportunity to let you know that our hands-on courses will be resuming later this month in June. In light of the current situation with the COVID-19 pandemic, like everyone, PTIFA has had to adapt and make a number of changes to the course format that will affect the overall program....
Read more
June 2, 2020

Earn 30+ CE credits through the Online Botox Study Club

In terms of helping our members navigate more online CE, we wanted to remind you that members can earn 30+ online CE credits through the online Study Club. Dr. Roberts has placed additional support videos reviewing each individual muscle of the face to further support you back in practice. Online Botox Study Club: Video Highlights...
Read more
April 29, 2020

Medical Microneedling Course now Online

We're pleased to announce that our Medical Microneedling course is now offered online. Medical Microneedling is a non-surgical, non-ablative procedure that can be incorporated into your practice to complement your injectable services and increase practice revenue. An automatic pen with very fine sterile needles is used to puncture and create micro-channels within the skin. Microneedling stimulates the body to create new...
Read more
April 14, 2020

Reduce Your Practice Overhead: Phone, Internet, Merchant Fees & More

Drs. Roberts have successfully reduced their merchant fees by 19% over the last two years through Schooley Mitchell. As such, we would like to share our experience with you and are hosting a webinar to show you how you can reduce your costs and save money. What is Schooley Mitchell? Schooley Mitchell is an independent...
Read more
April 3, 2020

Botox in Dentistry: The Therapeutic Applications

Have you ever wondered is there a place for Botox (botulinum toxin, BoNT-A) in dentistry? Can botulinum toxin really be used other than for treating the signs of aging and wrinkles? Some dental boards across North America have issued statements stating, "Facial Injections to Reduce Signs of Aging are Not the Practice of Dentistry". While...
Read more