MD CODES™ advanced injection technique

The MD Codes™ were developed by Dr. Mauricio de Maio, a celebrity plastic surgeon from Brazil. The MD Codes™ are a revolutionary set of anatomical injection points that have transformed the field of medical aesthetics. They were developed by Dr. Mauricio de Maio around 2011, and their last revised publication was in October 2021. The codes provide physicians with a structured approach to achieve specific outcomes in their treatments. Each code is identified by a unique combination of letters and numbers and is accompanied by detailed instructions on injection technique. This standardized aesthetic language has greatly improved the treatment planning process between injectors and patients worldwide. The MD Codes™ methodology has been widely embraced, leading to predictable and reproducible results, raising the standard of medical education in facial aesthetics, and enhancing patient safety.

One of the key applications of the MD Codes™ is the 8-point Lift™, introduced by Dr. Mauricio de Maio. This procedure involves the precise injection of small amounts of hyaluronic acid gel into specific structural points on the face. The aim is to lift, contour, and restore a more youthful appearance by addressing areas such as sagging cheeks and jawline, hollow infraorbital areas and tear troughs, nasolabial folds, oral commissures, and marionette lines. The 8-point Lift™ not only rejuvenates these areas but also creates a slimmer and more contoured effect. By following the MD Codes™, injectors can achieve optimal results and offer their patients a personalized facial aesthetic treatment plan.

The superiority of the MD Codes™ lies in their ability to systematize treatment plans and ensure the precise targeting of specific facial subunits. By understanding the complexity of the human face and respecting the structural sites represented by the MD Codes™, injectors can create or recreate the desirable facial architecture for their patients. Hyaluronic acid injectables, such as those in the JUVÉDERM® range, are preferred for these treatments due to their ability to address volume loss and contour the face effectively.

Dr. Barsoom leverages his extensive experience and utilizes the latest advanced injection techniques and protocols guided by the MD codes™ to provide optimal outcomes for his patients.

To help patients achieve their cosmetic goals, Dr. Barsoom combines Botox Cosmetic® with the MD codes™ methodology. This approach ensures a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to each individual’s needs.

Assessment process

During your assessment, Dr. Barsoom will conduct a thorough evaluation of your face to identify any cosmetic concerns and develop a treatment plan. Typically, the treatment is divided into multiple sessions, usually ranging from 2 to 4 sessions, with a minimum interval of 2 months between each, to achieve the desired results.

• The initial session often focuses on correcting saggy cheeks
• The second session, the chin is commonly addressed
• In the third session, attention is usually given to the nasolabial fold, lips, and/or tear trough

However, it’s important to note that the specific treatment plan is customized to address each patient’s unique goals and correct their specific cosmetic deficiencies.

Below you see a sample diagram for specific areas to be corrected.