Dental medicine requires detailed knowledge of the anatomy of the head and neck, especially the muscles, nerves, blood vessels and soft tissues of the face. A doctor of dental medicine applies this knowledge in everyday clinical work, working precisely in a sensitive area of the face and understanding how its function relates to its appearance. This professional foundation is also important when planning aesthetic treatments.
Dr. med. dent. Antonia Lokin Ivankić has built on her knowledge with specific training in aesthetic medicine, completing the basic and advanced modules in botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers at the AMSTA Academy. Her professional background therefore combines formal education in dental medicine, clinical experience and additional training focused on these very treatments.
Using botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid fillers requires more than knowing the injection technique. It is important to understand the anatomy and individual features of the face, take the medical history into account, recognise contraindications, and know the possible complications and how to manage them if they occur. Equally important is a professional judgement of when a treatment is appropriate and when it should be postponed or not recommended.
For the patient, this means that the decision about treatment should rest on a professional assessment, a clear explanation of the options and limitations, and realistic expectations — with care for health, facial proportions and preserving a natural look.