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Botox TMJ Course



Dermal Distinction Academy
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COSMETIC MEDICINE COURSES | AUSTRALIA & NZ












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Botulinum for TMJ


Dermal Distinction Academy
Learn. Train. Treat.

Cosmetic Injecting Courses

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Face Slimming & Bruxism
+ Become proficient in Toxin treatments for Face slimming & TMJ.
+ Suits practitioners with no experience
Treatments you will learn at a glance
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E-Learning
E-learning

PART 1 | E-LEARNING
Module 1: Facial Rejuvenation, Skin Structure, Skin Ageing
Module 2: Client Consultation, Photography, Record Keeping
Module 3: Anatomy, Muscles of the face, 3D anatomy, Ageing changes
Module 4: Treatment Planning, Referral
Module 5: Botulinum specifics, Anatomy, Safety, Mechanism of action, The brands, Reconstitution, Off-label use, Consent
Module 6: The Techniques & treatment areas
+ Functional: Masseter (TMJ, Face Slimming & Grinding), Temporalis, DAO and Mentalis
Module 7: Complications, Risks, Management
Module 8: Advertising and Legalities, TGA, Advertising, Storage of Drugs, Supply of Drugs
Plus More ++

NOTE: Please allow 2 weeks to complete the mandatory e-Learning programme before the practical session.
* Course content is subject to change

Practical Day
Practical Day

PART 2 | PRACTICAL TRAINING WITH LIVE MODELS

+ Practical session from 8:30am to 1pm [approx half day].
+ This is an intensive session where you will have hands-on training with live models in the treatment areas studied.

CPD

Scientific CPD 12 hrs:
+ 8 hrs e-learning,
+ 4 hrs practical

Enrol
Registration
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Doctors

Dentists

cosmetic injecting nurse

Nurses

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dentist training
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dentist filler training
Course Calendar

Did you know? We can come to your practice. Just gather 4 practitioners, and book a date!



Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Prerequisites
    Experience needed

    Most courses are for new injectors, or limited experience. Our advanced private course if for injectors with at least one year of filler experience.


    Prerequisites

    Most courses we offer are available to new and experienced injectors. We cover areas that have never been studied before in many courses, and in very high level detail. Everyone can learn from us.
    You must be AHPRA registered for Australian based courses, or have a practicing certificate issued by the Dental Council of NZ for Auckland courses.

  • Practical Session
    Step 1: e-Learning

    The e-learning is a deep dive into the anatomy, technique and practical steps you need to understand for the treatments you are learning. We focus on treatment planning, safety and complications.
    You MUST complete the e-Learning online component of the course BEFORE you attend the live Practical sessions with your patient.

    Step 2: The Live practical session

    • Spend the day in clinic with your trainer
    • We supply everything! No need to bring pharmaceuticals or any consumables to the practical.
    • Detailed online practical manual, you can access from anywhere
    • Revise theoretical knowledge from e-learning
    • Patient treatment in Clinical environment
    • Marketing, Advertising & Prepare for 'practice' session
    • Two-to-one training (two course delegates, one trainer whilst you treat your patient)
    • Catering provided
    • Take-home 'goodie' bag included
    • Printed manual will be provided

  • Inclusions
    Inclusions

    • Printed training manual for the face-to-face learning session
    • Access the e-learning modules for twelve months following your practical session
    • Join our exclusive Members Aesthetics Chatroom
    • Access to the Resource Vault, with option to upgrade to Pro-Membership.
    • Mentorship to help continue and guide your journey.

  • Location
    Where is the training facility?

    Dermal Distinction Clinic

    3 Belmore Road, Balwyn North VIC 3104

    8.30am to 5.30pm


    Our training facility is accredited

    On July 1, 2023, AHPRA has made strict stipulations about where cosmetic procedures should take place, and this also applies to our training facility. Each premise should have a "fit-for-purpose" structure, with safety and procedure readiness at the heart of the requirements. Our training facility and our lecture theatre are located in an Accredited dental practice. Our trainers are all AHPRA registered. This is important to keep you and your patients safe and compliant.

  • Models
    Models

    We will source a model for you. You may treat multiple models depending upon model requirements.

    We recommend models that are aged between 25-65, with mild to moderate changes in their skin. You may bring a model with you by letting us know when you enrol.


    Advanced PrivateTraining: Models

    Focused Skill Development: The delegate can concentrate on mastering specific techniques or procedures, which is particularly valuable for honing advanced injection skills. We will source at least 2-3 models for you to treat.

    Accelerated Learning: The intensive and focused nature of private training can lead to accelerated learning, enabling delegates to gain expertise more quickly.

  • What happens when I enrol?
    What happens when I enrol?

    On registering for any of our injecting courses, you will be directed to the course dashboard and log-on information to access the course. Access to the online course may take 24 hours.
    Once you have access, work your way through the e-learning material. We require successful completion of the pre-practical e-learning material before you treat patients. This ensures that you understand the procedures, pharmacology, anatomy, techniques, as well as complications and risk factors.

  • Can I bring a team Member?
    Can I bring a team member?

    When you add treatments to your practice, you need to make sure your whole team understands the workflow, how to deal with patient questions and how to set up your practice. When you enrol a team member is our cosmetic team training e-course, you have a head start into the area of cosmetic injecting. We will teach your staff:

    • How to set up the treatment room
    • Product supplies and ordering
    • Social media marketing
    • Website advertising
    • Answers to frequently asked questions
    • How to bring up the conversation
    • The 101 of basic skin care: incorporating the full model
    • How to take patient photos before and after treatment

  • FREE Membership after the course
    What is included in membership?

    Our standard membership includes the following:
    Resource Vault
    The resource vault is a library of introductory guides and articles.

    Coaching
    Once you attend an injectable course with us, you may return for a session with your trainer to refine and revise your skills. This is only available to members.

    Product Support
    Purchase cosmetic products and consumables for your clinic at group member pricing.

    Aesthetics Chatroom
    Our chatroom hosts our Community of injectors, where you can Post cases, ask questions and Stay up-to-date with the latest research and releases. You will find out about new protocols and have access to the ARCTA checklist.

    Free Member benefits!


    COACHING
    CHATROOM
    PRODUCTS
    RESOURCES

    What is included in Pro-membership?

    Our Pro-Membership is loaded with extras. You can read all the inclusions in detail by clicking the button below.

  • How do I know which course to study?
    Compare courses side by side

    We have split the face into thirds. Our injecting courses are designed to completely cover the area you have chosen to study in full detail. This means that if you choose the Cheek course, it will cover all the dermal filler and Botulinum applications for the middle third. Similarly, the Chin and Jawline course will cover all the lower third, and so on.


    Interested in a particular area of the face?

    When you would like to cover a particular area of the face, but not sure which course to study, our course finder will help. Simply click on the area of the face you would like to study, and our course guide will assist you in determining the courses that will cover the area of the face you are interested in.

  • What if I need a payment plan?
    Payment plan options
    Option 1: DDA Payment plan

    We will set up a short subscription for your course. Every 2 weeks, we will deduct a quarter of the course fee from your credit card.
    With the final payment, the entire online learning modules will be released to you and now be yours. In addition, you will then gain access to the Aesthetics Chatroom and members benefits.

    The payment plan will be interest free* over 8 weeks in length. This is similar to LayBuy.

    *Dermal Distinction Academy do not charge you interest and is independent from you credit card provider.


    Option 2: ZipPay

    We have also partnered with ZIPpay.

    ZipPay offers loans up to $5000 as well as other payment options. For more details, click on the button below to explore.

  • What happens after the course? Do I get any support?
    Coaching sessions & Aesthetics Chatroom

    Once you complete the practical session with us, you have just started your journey. You can elect to return to us with a patient for a coaching session. Sessions are held once a month, where you can treat one or two patients in your 2 hour session.

    We also encourage you to join our Aesthetics Chatroom where you can ask questions, post cases and also read about the latest developments in aesthetic medicine and dentistry.

    The main thing to remember: You are not alone after the course. We want you to succeed, and to do that, you need support!

  • Why can't I start with filler in the Nasolabial fold and nose?
    Why do I need dermal filler experience before you will teach me some areas?

    Complications vary in severity from mild, to severe and non-reversible.
    Dermal filler application in some areas of the face can lead to blindness and/or stroke. We want great outcomes for you and your patients.
    Before teaching advanced areas such as the nasolabial fold, the nose, forehead and tear trough, we need to ensure that you have experience with a needle and cannula, anatomy and also reversal agents.
    See the image to the right from the most recent data in 2024 showing the areas associated with visual disturbance. We leave these advanced areas until later in your training pathway.

    Filler visual distubance
  • Do you offer training in New Zealand?
    New Zealand

    We love travelling to New Zealand and can offer our training on demand. Here are the steps:
    1. Pick a date that suits you. Fill in the form below to book the date
    2. We will use your clinic as our training base.
    3. We require a minimum of 4 practitioners to undertake the same training course.
    4. Organise a patient per practitioner. We will undertake screening and begin the consenting process for you.
    We will do the rest.

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Where can dentists use toxin?

There are a number of cosmetic uses of anti-wrinkle treatment, and we will teach you to assess the face, identity areas that you can assist your patient with, and treat within the scope of being a dentist. Our Injecting courses for dentists include treatment for grinding and clenching too. Botulinum treatments that you can learn as a dentist include:

  • Forehead
  • Frown
  • Crows feet
  • Temporalis injections
  • Nasal scrunch (bunny lines)
  • Nefertiti lift

  • Jowl lift
  • Cobblestone chin
  • Masseter injections for grinding
  • Facial slimming
  • Lip flip, Smokers lines
  • Brow lift, and more ++

dermal distinction academy botox use

Ideal candidates for anti-wrinkle injections are those who have dynamic wrinkles that are visible when their face is moving. For patient that have deeper, static wrinkles (which are present even when the face isn’t moving), they may require a combination of dermal fillers and anti-wrinkle treatments to achieve the desired outcome, and we will teach you how to identify what will work best for different facial shapes. Your patients will benefit from you attending our Botulinum course for dentists.




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Hear from our Community

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    Dr Jamie Workman,
    Maroubra Dental Centre

    ★★★★★

    “Dr Giulia D’Anna practices what she preaches in her beautiful private practice and delivers superb results with minimal downtime for her patients. She will teach you to do the same. Her training is comprehensive yet practical and with her extensive knowledge of the latest techniques, products, safety and legislation you will feel confident you chosen a true professional to guide you.”
    dr aoibheann o'brien
    Dr Aoibheann O'Brien
    Highgate Hill Dental

    ★★★★★

    “If you are interested in adding cosmetic injectables to your practice look no further than Dr Giulia. Not only does she provide exceptional hands on courses to ensure you are competent and confident in providing the treatments but also the know how to integrate them into your practice. Paired with continuous support and guidance, her courses are invaluable."

    Jai Kaushik scotsvale medical
    Dr Jai Kaushik,
    MBBS, SCHP, FRACGP

    ★★★★★

    “A comprehensive training course which lays emphasis on patient safety, thorough anatomy and latest techniques. Personal mentorship, even after courses, gives you immense confidence.”

    hanlie engelbrecht
    Dr Hanlie Engelbrecht,
    Oral Surgeon
    BChD, DipOdont(MFOS), FCMFOS(SA), MDent(MFOS), ADC

    ★★★★★

    "The Botulinum toxin course is the best out of three courses I have done (South Africa, NSW and VIC). The smaller group size and focus on patient care stood out. The emphasis on regulations, sterility and practicing within scope was exceptional. I can highly recommend this course."
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    Annalise Rose, Registered nurse
    Australian Skin Clinics

    ★★★★★

    “An incredible educator! If anyone is considering improving their skills and learning new techniques, Dr Giulia is the educator you want! She provides a really down to Earth approach and comfortable environment to learn complex information in easy, bite-size pieces. I'll be going back again because I trust and respect her!”
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    Dr Cheryl Liew,
    Brisbane Dental

    ★★★★★

    “If you are looking to do an injectables course, I highly recommend Dr. Giulia D’Anna. I did her course as a refresher and learnt so much from her!
    She is highly knowledgeable, skilful (her work is just beautiful) and runs a vey successful dental and skin clinic. She also offers great support after the course.”


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    Dr Vy Phan,
    Sunshine Family Dental Clinic

    ★★★★★

    “You can tell Dr. Giulia is one of the best cosmetic injectors in the industry when doing her course. She is friendly, knowledgeable, passionate and so precise! I’ve recommended her countless times and appreciate all the ongoing support she provides.”


    Brooke Parker Dentist
    Dr Brooke Parker,
    Oral Medicine Regstrar

    ★★★★★

    “Loved Dr Giulia’s course! Held in her beautiful practice, it was a fantastic learning environment with a small group and plenty of guidance from Giulia herself. Well organised and I would highly recommend this course!”


  • brenda song registered nurse
    Brenda Song
    Registered Nurse
    Cosmetic Art Clinic

    ★★★★★

    “I highly recommend Giulia to anyone in aesthetics who wants to take their craft to the next level. She is a consummate professional who is very generous with her knowledge and expertise.”


    Karyne agapito dentist
    Dr Karyne Agapito,
    Newtown Dentist

    ★★★★★

    "I'd like to thank Dr. Giulia D'Anna and her team for the excellent course in injectables. I super recommend her courses. Her knowledge, charisma and experience make the course so interesting and valuable. Her care towards my guidance during the courses make all the difference, improved my confidence, opening doors and opportunities. Also, thanks for the mentoring, extended even after the course!"
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    Dr Meredith Metin
    Hobson Bay Dental

    ★★★★★

    “I have completed several courses with Giulia D’anna. They were comprehensive & practical, covering everything from legislation to anatomy. The small group size meant one on one guidance for the training. Giulia is enthusiastic & passionate about what she does. The ongoing mentoring gives you that extra confidence. I would highly recommended these courses not just to beginners but to anyone."
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    Dr Sally Afshar
    Dental Boutique

    ★★★★★

    “I have been recommending Dr Giulia’s course to all my colleagues! She is immensely knowledgeable and up to date with current guidelines on injectables. Her hands-on course is run in small groups ensuring everyone feels competent and confident. She is also very generous with her time and offers ongoing support and mentorship!"

  • dr jamie workman
    Dr Jamie Workman,
    Maroubra Dental Centre

    ★★★★★

    “If you are considering training in Facial Aesthetic procedures there is no-one I could more highly recommend than Dr Giulia. Her training is comprehensive yet practical and with her extensive knowledge of techniques, products, and safety, you will feel confident you chosen a true professional.”

    dr aoibheann o'brien
    Dr Aoibheann O'Brien
    Highgate Hill Dental

    ★★★★★

    “If you are interested in adding cosmetic injectables to your practice look no further than Dr Giulia. Not only does she provide exceptional hands on courses to ensure you are competent and confident in providing the treatments but also the know how to integrate them into your practice."

    Jai Kaushik scotsvale medical
    Dr Jai Kaushik,
    MBBS, SCHP, FRACGP

    ★★★★★

    “A comprehensive training course which lays emphasis on patient safety, thorough anatomy and latest techniques. Personal mentorship, even after courses, gives you immense confidence.”

  • dr-vy-phan-review
    Dr Vy Phan,
    Sunshine Family Dental Clinic

    ★★★★★

    “You can tell Dr. Giulia is one of the best cosmetic injectors in the industry when doing her course. She is friendly, knowledgeable, passionate and so precise!”

    Brooke Parker Dentist
    Dr Brooke Parker,
    Oral Medicine Regstrar

    ★★★★★

    “Loved Dr Giulia’s course! Held in her beautiful practice, it was a fantastic learning environment with a small group and plenty of guidance from Giulia herself. Well organised and I would highly recommend this course!”
    brenda song registered nurse
    Brenda Song
    Registered Nurse
    Cosmetic Art Clinic

    ★★★★★

    “I highly recommend Giulia to anyone in aesthetics who wants to take their craft to the next level. She is a consummate professional who is very generous with her knowledge and expertise.”
  • Karyne agapito dentist
    Dr Karyne Agapito,
    Newtown Dentist

    ★★★★★

    "I'd like to thank Dr. Giulia D'Anna and her team for the excellent course in injectables. I super recommend her courses. Her knowledge, charisma and experience make the course so interesting and valuable. Her care towards my guidance during the courses improved my confidence."
    meredith_metin_dentist-cosmetic-injections
    Dr Meredith Metin
    Hobson Bay Dental

    ★★★★★

    “I have completed the Facial aesthetic treatment planning, Neurotoxin & Dermal filler courses with Giulia D’Anna. They were comprehensive and practical, covering everything. The small group size meant one on one guidance for the training. I would highly recommended these courses."
    sally_afshar_dentist-cosmetic-injections
    Dr Sally Afshar
    Dental Boutique

    ★★★★★

    “I have been recommending Dr Giulia’s course to all my colleagues! She is immensely knowledgeable and up to date with current guidelines on injectables. Her hands-on course is run in small groups. She is also very generous with her time and offers ongoing support and mentorship!"
  • hanlie engelbrecht
    Dr Hanlie Engelbrecht,
    Oral Surgeon
    BChD, DipOdont (MFOS), FCMFOS (SA), MDent (MFOS)

    ★★★★★

    "The Dermal distinction Botulinum toxin course is the best out of three courses I have done (South Africa, NSW and VIC). The smaller group size and focus on patient care stood out. The emphasis on regulations, sterility and practicing within scope was exceptional. I can highly recommend this course."
    annalise rose
    Annalise Rose, Registered nurse
    Australian Skin Clinics

    ★★★★★

    “An incredible educator! If anyone is considering improving their skills and learning new techniques, Dr Giulia is the educator you want! She provides a really down to Earth approach and comfortable environment to learn complex information in easy, bite-size pieces. I'll be going back again and again because I trust and respect her!”
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    Dr Cheryl Liew,
    Brisbane Dental

    ★★★★★

    “If you are looking to do an injectables course, I highly recommend Dr. Giulia D’Anna. I did her course as a refresher and learnt so much from her!
    She is highly knowledgeable, skilful (her work is just beautiful) and runs a vey successful dental and skin clinic. She also offers great support after the course.”

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