Layered facial model for injections of facial fillers to teach anatomy and avoidance of blood vessels
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News About this Project
- Presentation: American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) 54th Annual Fall Scientific Symposium, San Francisco, CA (November 3, 2023)
- Presentation: Innovative Advances in Oculofacial Rejuvenation, European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ESOPRS) - 41st meeting, Naples, Italy (September 15, 2023)
Project Overview
In order to prevent accidental injection into a facial artery during facial filler procedures, a facial model should be fabricated to teach and instruct physicians proper placement of injections. This will prevent dangerous outcomes of filler injections like necrosis of the face or blindness. The model must be anatomically correct, resemble correct skin thickness, and include the critical arteries of the face, so that the model signifies and alarms the mistake of an incorrectly placed injection. Ultimately, the goal is to substantially eliminate potential negative outcomes of filler injections and ensure patient safety in these minimally invasive procedures.
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Contact Information
Team Members
- Nick Izban - Team Leader
- Aivah Roubal - Communicator
- Macoy Socha - BSAC
- Natalia Kwiecien - BWIG
- Alexandra Nonn - BPAG
- Joshua Verhagen
Advisor and Client
- Prof. William Murphy - Advisor
- Dr. Cat Burkat - Client
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