IFAAS| Advanced Blepharoplasty Training: Suture & Incisional Technique

IFAAS Fresh Cadaver Master Class (Hands-On)

Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty

– Level 1: Suture & Minimally Invasive Techniques

This hands-on masterclass delivers in-depth training in suture-based and minimally invasive blepharoplasty techniques. Ideal for practitioners aiming to refine their skills in non-incisional eyelid surgery, the course covers patient selection, clinical assessment, and effective procedures, with cadaver practice, video demonstrations, and expert-led guidance on both upper and lower eyelid techniques.

Maximum 40 spots available

Date

May 5, 2025

Faculty

Moon Seop Choi, M.D., South Korea &

Lok Huei Yap, M.D., Malaysia

Venue
Academia, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore

Registration
2,500 USD

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This program is typically fully booked months ahead. Register early to secure a slot.

Book both Level 1 and Level 2 programs together to receive a $500 discount total. Use promo code BLEPH500 at checkout.

*Completion of the Level 1 program is required to attend the Level 2 program. See L2 Blepharoplasty Program Here

*IFAAS Members collect 5% Credit Rebate to be utilized for all future IFAAS events

Course Overview

This hands-on masterclass provides comprehensive training on suture-based and minimally invasive blepharoplasty techniques. Ideal for practitioners looking to enhance their expertise in non-incisional methods for eyelid surgery, this course focuses on patient selection, clinical assessment, and performing effective, minimally invasive procedures.

Participants will receive expert guidance on both upper and lower eyelid techniques, with a blend of theoretical knowledge, video demonstrations, and hands-on practice on cadavers.

By the end of this course, participants will have a solid foundation in performing non-incisional upper and lower blepharoplasty, understanding how to avoid and manage common complications while achieving natural and aesthetically pleasing results.

Participants will also have ample opportunities to network with peers, discuss cases with faculty, and hone their skills through live demonstrations and cadaver-based training sessions.

Note:

This course is designed for surgeons. If you are not a surgeon but would like to participate for professional development purposes, please be aware that IFAAS does not grant surgical accreditation. It is your responsibility to ensure that you adhere to the regulations set by your local governing authorities.

Non-Licensed Clinic Staff may participate. See General Information for more information.

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Learning Objectives

01
Anatomy of Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty
Understand the key anatomical landmarks, facial symmetry, vascular supply, and ethnic variations in the periorbital region

02
Upper Blepharoplasty Techniques
Master non-incisional double eyelid creation and ptosis correction, including how to assess and select patients for each procedure. Gain hands-on experience with crease design, marking, and suture techniques

03
Lower Blepharoplasty Techniques
Learn transconjunctival approaches to rejuvenate the lower eyelid, minimizing scarring while effectively addressing lower eyelid structures

04

Ancillary Procedures

Explore additional techniques such as the SOOF lift, lower eyelid fat grafting, and addressing corrugator muscles and the lacrimal gland

05

Complication Management

Gain insights into how to handle complications like asymmetry, ptosis, and fold abnormalities for optimal patient outcomes

Program

Monday, May 5, 2025

Morning

08:00-08:30

Registration

08:30-09:00

Lecture on Anatomy of Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty

Facial symmetry, vascular supply, aging changes, ethnic differences in periorbital region

09:00-10:30

Non-Incisional Double Eyelid Upper Blepharoplasty

Lecture with Video Demo: Patient selection, crease design, marking, technique
Live Demo on Cadaver: Faculty performs the procedure on cadaver
Hands-on Training on Cadaver: Participants practice in each group

10:30-11:00

Morning Tea Break and Networking

11:00-12:30

Non-Incisional Ptosis Correction

Lecture with Video Demo: Patient selection, crease design, technique
Live Demo on Cadaver: Faculty performs the procedure on cadaver
Hands-on Training on Cadaver: Participants practice in each group

12:30-13:30

Lunch & Networking

Afternoon

13:30 -15:00

Transconjunctival Lower Blepharoplasty

Lecture with Video Demo: Conjunctival approach, crease design, technique
Live Demo on Cadaver: Surgeon performs on cadaver
Hands-on Training on Cadaver: Participants practice

15:00 -15:30

Afternoon Tea Break & Networking

15:30 -16:30

Ancillary Procedures (Lower Eyelids)

Lecture with Video Demo: SOOF lift, lower eyelid fat grafting
Lecture with Video Demo: Fat grafting, lacrimal gland repositioning, corrugator resection
Hands-on Training on Cadaver: Participants practice

16:30 -17:00

Complication Management (Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty)

Lecture: Managing asymmetry, ptosis, supratarsal fold issues

17:00 -17:30

Q&A Session

General Information

Dates

May 5, 2025

Location

Academia, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore

Address: 20 College Rd, Singapore 169856

Language

All IFAAS training programs are conducted in English

Certification

An IFAAS Master Class certificate will be issued to you at the end of the program. Certification is awarded solely for the specific procedure(s) covered in the training module.

Eligibility

This course is designed for surgeons. If you are not a surgeon but would like to participate for professional development purposes, please be aware that IFAAS does not grant surgical accreditation. It is your responsibility to ensure that you adhere to the regulations set by your local governing authorities.

Non-Licensed Clinic Staff can also participate at a 50% discount if certain criteria are met. See what those criteria are.

Registration Includes

Full workshop documentation, tea breaks and lunch only.

Transport and accommodation are not included. Participants are required to make their own travel arrangements.

Pre-Reading Materials

Upon successful registration, a pre-reading list and videos will be distributed prior to the training.

Faculties

Moon Seop Choi, MD, South Korea

Dr. Moonseop Choi is a board-certified plastic surgeon who graduated from The Catholic University of Korea. He is currently the director of Grace Plastic Surgery Clinic and attending assistant professor at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, Seoul, Korea. He is the member of The Korean Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons and The Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. He is specialized in blepharoplasty, breast surgery, and minimally invasive surgery. He is also an active member of Academic Affairs of Blepharoplasty, Breast surgery, and Filler, Botox, and Thread group in the Korean Society of Plastic Surgeons. He has given many lectures globally including Korea, China, Thailand, Brazil and so on and written a part of textbook “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery”(2014, 2016) and “Safe guide for filler injection"(2017).

Lok Huei Yap, MD, Malaysia

Dr. Yap is currently Head of Department, Plastic Surgery at Prince Court Medical Centre and provides a comprehensive Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery service in central Kuala Lumpur, including facial, nose, eye and body procedures and skin cancer management. He is a fully accredited and board-certified Plastic Surgeon, having worked and trained in the UK, US, Hong Kong and Japan, before settling in Malaysia. He was formerly Consultant Plastic Surgeon at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust and is also Sessional Consultant at Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur, Sunway Velocity Medical Center Kuala Lumpur. Some of his most frequently requested procedures include breast enlargement using either implants or fat grafts, eyelid surgery, browlifts and body contouring procedures such as abdominoplasty/ thigh/ arm lifts.

Associated Programs For Holistic Learning

Doctors are strongly encouraged to attend both cadaver hands-on & live patient mini fellowship

to fully complete their training in blepharoplasty.

Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty:

Level 2 Hands-on Master Class

The Blepharoplasty Level 1 and Level 2 Cadaver Hands-on Master Class offers an immersive, step-by-step guided training experience on cadavers, allowing participants to refine their skills and gain practical expertise in blepharoplasty techniques.

Completion of the Level 1 program is required to attend the Level 2 program.
Book both Level 1 and Level 2 programs together to receive a $500 discount total. Use promo code BLEPH500 at checkout.*

View Level 2 Program

Asian Blepharoplasty Live Patient Mini Fellowship

The Blepharoplasty Mini Fellowship provides an exclusive opportunity for participants to observe live surgery in the operating room on actual patients, allowing them to gain invaluable insights and deepen their understanding of various blepharoplasty techniques.

Korea Program