Applied Anatomy for Facial Aesthetics: A Cadaver Dissection Course
Boston, MA | Hartford, CT
In aesthetic medicine, precision begins with deep anatomical understanding. The Applied Anatomy for Facial Aesthetics: Cadaver Dissection Course at Aesthetic Mentor™ is a CME-accredited cadaver course for injectors designed to give providers a hands-on view of the anatomical structures that directly affect safety and results in neurotoxin and dermal filler procedures. This course goes far beyond theory—it empowers providers with facial anatomy training through live cadaver dissection, making it an essential step in advanced injector safety training.
Whether you're looking to minimize risk, refine your techniques, or elevate your clinical confidence, this aesthetics cadaver course bridges the gap between textbook learning and the realities of advanced facial injection.
$2,500
On-Location Clinical Training | In-Person Dissection Lab + Expert-Led Instruction
7
Yes – Live Demo
4:1
Serving Boston and Hartford with locations in Glastonbury, CT and Waltham, MA
Applied Facial Anatomy in Aesthetics Certificate
This is a facial dissection course built specifically for aesthetic providers. It combines didactic lecture with hands-on facial anatomy dissection for injectors, allowing students to explore injection planes, danger zones, and real-life tissue structure in a cadaver lab setting.
Topics include:
This is not a passive demo—it’s a cadaveric dissection for aesthetics professionals who want to inject with precision and protect their patients through anatomical clarity.
It is particularly valuable for those pursuing advanced neurotoxin certification or integrating off-label neurotoxin techniques into their practice.
Applied Anatomy at Aesthetic Mentor™ is an accredited course for medical professionals to help gain a deeper understanding of the skeletal, vascular, and nervous system anatomy of the face and how it applies to neurotoxin and dermal filler injections. While observing a facial dissection on a fresh cadaver, you will participate in an in-depth discovery of each layer of the face, have an opportunity to inject the facial tissue with dermal fillers, and review how the filler relates to the anatomy. You will also see advanced treatment techniques and demonstrate assessment skills to enhance safety while achieving optimal outcomes sought by patients.
A combination of live cadaveric dissection, classroom didactic, and injection demonstrations offer a unique learning environment and platform to expand the learner's knowledge.
This course is led by Dr. Joseph A. Russo, a Harvard-trained, board-certified Plastic Surgeon with more than 30 years of experience, and his team of expert educators. Following a comprehensive and interactive lecture, a hands-on clinical practicum session gives students the opportunity to visualize and understand facial anatomy.
Please click on this link for CME/CE Information for the Hands-On live course: Applied Anatomy Cadaver Course Live Series CME-CE Information.
When you choose Aesthetic Mentor™ for advanced training in aesthetic medicine, our investment in you continues far beyond the classroom, with ongoing support resources including compliance, safety, continuing education, employment assistance, business development leadership, and access to professional and patient marketing tools.
This course is designed for medical professionals (RN, NP, PA, MD, DDS) practicing in the field of medical aesthetics. There are no prerequisites required. An active license is not required as there is NOT an injectable portion of this class for providers.
Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to:
Your tuition of $2500 includes all course materials, equipment, and a certificate of completion from the Aesthetic Mentor™.
As the Northeast’s leader in CME facial anatomy courses, Aesthetic Mentor™ provides hands-on, safety-centered training backed by real-world expertise. Founded by Harvard-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Joseph Russo, our courses are trusted by over 3,000 graduates and consistently praised for their rigor and results.
Graduate Success: Over 90% of Aesthetic Mentor™ alumni report increased patient safety, procedure confidence, and career opportunities after completing training in advanced facial anatomy for safe injecting. This cadaver dissection course enhances your credibility and protects your practice long term.
Industry Stats: The demand for advanced aesthetic procedures continues to rise — with Boston and Hartford reporting a 19% increase in off-label neurotoxin use year over year. As patient awareness of injector skill grows, courses like this position you at the forefront of safety and excellence.
This is a true hands-on cadaver course for injectors, where you’ll dissect facial tissue and visualize injection planes, vascular pathways, and muscular structures critical to aesthetic outcomes—not just observe.
It’s not mandatory, but strongly recommended for any provider offering off-label injections, working in high-risk zones, or treating complex aesthetic cases. It pairs perfectly with Neurotoxins II and Cannula Training.
Yes. This course is for injectors who have completed basic dermal filler and neurotoxin courses. It assumes familiarity with injection protocols but enhances them through real-world anatomical study.
Yes. This course provides 7 CME/CE hours, making it suitable for license renewal and board certification requirements.
Injectors trained in cadaveric dissection for aesthetics often earn patient trust faster, reduce complications, and command higher fees. It sets you apart in both medspa and clinical hiring environments.
Our cadaver anatomy course and facial anatomy training labs are both held in Waltham and Glastonbury, offering convenient access across New England.
Excellent. With demand growing and patients becoming more educated, clinics increasingly seek injectors with proven experience in facial vascular anatomy courses and complication prevention.
| On-Demand Training:
Course tuition is non-refundable once the training has been accessed. Once on-demand training has begun, you have agreed to complete the on-demand and on-location course in its entirety. No partial refunds will be considered.
| On-Location Training:
No refunds or changes will be honored within 7 days of the scheduled course or clinic date. No exceptions.
Cancellation or rescheduling requests within 8-10 days of the scheduled course or clinic date will result in a 10% cancellation fee.
| COVID-19:
High-standard COVID safety and health measures are taken for all on-location events. If you or a household member are exposed to COVID or exhibiting any symptoms, please contact us to discuss rescheduling.
