- Use a surgical marker that can be easily wiped off after the procedure. Avoid permanent markers.
- Mark facial landmarks like the tragus, alar crease, cupid’s bow, and corners of the mouth to use as guides.
- For symmetry, draw guidelines down the central vertical midline of the face.
- Mark injection points with small dots or Xs along muscle fibers or wrinkle lines.
- For lips, outline the vermilion border and mark central point of the cupid’s bow.
- Allow the patient to review the markings and use a mirror to ensure agreement on placement.
- Take pre-procedure photos with markings visible to reference during treatment.
- Use light pressure and stabilize the skin to prevent mark blurring when making dots/lines.
- Clean markings off thoroughly after treatment using micellar water, antiseptic wipe, or soap and water.
- Be conservative with markings near the eyelids or other delicate areas.
Proper patient marking requires care, precision, and communication. Following best practices helps ensure successful outcomes. The markings serve as an invaluable visual guide for the injector.
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