Consult
A structured clinical assessment of anatomy, facial proportions, skin condition, medical history, and realistic goals, before any decision is made.
ONE PRACTITIONER. A CONSULTATION-LED AESTHETIC CLINIC IN OAKLEIGH.
Core Aesthetics Oakleigh: One Practitioner, Every Appointment
Not sure where to start with your aesthetics journey? At Core Aesthetics in Oakleigh, Corey Anderson, Registered Nurse (Ahpra NMW0001047575), will talk you through your assessment, suitability, options, timing and reviews, every step of the way.
30+
Years Nursing
Ahpra
Registered
TGA
Guidance reviewed
Fewer appointments, more attention
Corey keeps the clinic deliberately small so your consultation has room for context, questions and a proper suitability decision.
Common Clinical Focus Areas
Described Anatomically, Never By Product
We organise public information around anatomy, the concern you want assessed and the consultation available. Australian rules restrict public advertising of prescription-only medicines, including indirect references. Any product discussion, if relevant, belongs in a private consultation after individual assessment.
Forehead area
Lines and movement across the forehead, assessed with brow position, comfortable movement and lines at rest.
Forehead area guide
Frown area
Lines between the brows, including how they form at rest and during movement, and what should be assessed before options are discussed.
Frown area guide
Eye area
Lines at the outer eyes and changes in the surrounding skin, considered with smile movement and the wider upper face.
Eye area guide
Lip area
Lip lines, border definition, symmetry and proportion, considered with movement, function and the whole face.
Lip area guide
Chin and jaw area
Chin dimpling, jaw border contour and lower face balance, with profile, movement and dental context separated where relevant.
Chin and jaw area guide
Masseter (jaw muscle) area
Lower face width and jaw muscle prominence, with clenching or teeth grinding history considered where relevant. Persistent pain, tooth wear, clicking, locking or bite changes may need dental or medical assessment first.
Masseter (jaw muscle) assessment
Neck area
Skin quality and banding through the neck, considered in context of the jaw border and lower face.
Neck area guide
Skin quality, overall
Tone, texture, hydration and barrier comfort, with skin stability and treatment readiness assessed before options are discussed.
Skin quality and readiness
Not sure yet
Most people arrive knowing what bothers them, not what they want. That is a sound starting point, and seeking a second opinion is a legitimate reason to book.
Start with a consultationChoose the clinical pathway that aligns with your goals.
We designed these educational hubs so you can explore information relevant to you without the noise. No generic paths here, only evidence-based insights, information on the risks and realities of clinical treatments, and a clear understanding of how Corey Anderson RN assesses suitability. Click a section below to learn more before your consultation.
Consultations
Start here if you want assessment, suitability discussion and a clear next step before choosing a treatment category.
Open hub
Treatments
Explore the treatment information pages with the same caveat throughout: suitability is individual and treatment is never automatic.
Open hub
Inclusive Care
Consultation-led care for adults who want respectful language, clear consent and planning that fits the person in front of Corey.
Open hub
For Men
A practical pathway for men who want direct advice, restraint and a consultation that does not assume treatment is the answer.
Open hub
Areas We Service
Find local consultation pages for Oakleigh and nearby Melbourne suburbs, with directions and suburb-specific clinic context.
Open hub
Learn
Read patient education written around assessment, safety, consent, aftercare and how suitable timing and next steps are decided.
Open hub
The C.O.R.E. Method
A structured clinical approach to every appointment.
Developed by Corey Anderson RN through clinical practice, these four pillars give each appointment a clear structure: understand your concern, organise the relevant information, refine suitable options and evaluate the plan over time.
Organise
A documented plan that considers anatomy, sequence, timing, risk, and whether the safer answer is to stage, wait, refer, or do nothing.
Refine
Conservative planning with continuous assessment during the appointment. Not a fixed protocol applied uniformly to every face.
Evaluate
Review that checks comfort, settling, questions and whether the documented plan still fits. Review does not automatically mean more treatment.
Your Practitioner
Corey Anderson, Registered Nurse.
Corey founded Core Aesthetics on a simple principle: non-surgical cosmetic care should serve the patient, not the industry. His clinical nursing background shapes an objective assessment style grounded in medical rigour and a careful understanding of facial anatomy over time.
His approach is unhurried, transparent and centred on what is suitable for you. Corey explains the options that fit the assessment, why they may fit and what a comfortable next step could look like.
Registration
Ahpra NMW0001047575
Care Model
Consultation first
Profession
Registered Nurse
Location
Oakleigh, Melbourne
Your Visit
What to expect.
A Core Aesthetics visit begins with practical booking support, then moves through individual assessment, informed decision making, treatment only when appropriate and chosen, and follow up. Corey Anderson RN keeps these stages distinct so you have time to ask questions and decide without pressure.
Book or Enquire
Choose an available time through the online calendar. If you would rather ask something first, send an enquiry or call the clinic. You will receive practical information about what to expect before your appointment.
In Clinic Consultation
Corey discusses your concerns and goals, reviews your medical history, medications and previous treatment, and examines the relevant areas. Your face is assessed at rest and in movement. Clinical photographs may support the record, but they do not replace an individual assessment or compare you with someone else's idea of an ideal. Most of the appointment is spent here.
Informed Decision
If an option may be suitable, Corey explains what it involves, its risks, warning signs, expected recovery, limits and alternatives. If another clinician or an authorised prescriber must be involved, that separate assessment happens before any treatment decision. You may proceed, take more time or decide against treatment.
Treatment If Suitable, Then Follow Up
If you choose to proceed and the clinical, consent and any prescribing requirements are satisfied, Corey carries out the treatment in clinic. Written aftercare explains what to expect and when to seek help. A follow up review is available to discuss comfort, settling, questions or concerns, and whether the documented plan still fits.
Clinic standards
A cosmetic appointment should feel like a medical appointment. Unhurried consultation before any decision, a clear reason for every recommendation, and a written record you can take away. If a treatment is not right for you, or not right for you yet, the only responsible answer is to say so.
Corey Anderson RN. Ahpra NMW0001047575
The Journal
Clinical insights, honestly written.
Every article is authored and clinically reviewed by Corey Anderson, Registered Nurse (Ahpra NMW0001047575). The journal answers common questions in plain language, with practical guidance on assessment, suitability, consent, risks, aftercare and review.
Planning Your Treatment
Why a consultation led treatment plan matters.
The most important appointment is the one before any treatment. Here is how an individually assessed treatment plan differs from a menu driven approach, and why it protects both your result and your safety.
Read articlePatient safety: what good clinical practice looks like.
Assessment, informed consent, product handling, aftercare. The standards that should apply to every aesthetic treatment consultation in Australia.
Read article AftercareWrinkle treatment aftercare: a complete guide.
What to do in the first 24 hours, what is normal, when to contact the clinic, and how the result settles over two weeks.
Read article Treatment GuidesJawline treatment vs chin treatment: which one do you need?
These are distinct treatments with different goals. How to tell which area is driving your concern and why the answer changes the treatment plan.
Read article For MenA guide to aesthetic treatment planning for men.
How assessment, facial structure and restraint shape treatment planning for male patients.
Read article Safety & GuidelinesUnderstanding treatment cost and clinical value.
How to read pricing carefully and understand what consultation, assessment, clinical governance and aftercare contribute to treatment value.
Read article
Frequently Asked
Considered answers to common questions.
These homepage answers cover the questions most likely to matter before booking: the consultation process, suitability, practitioner identity, location and clinical risks. They also explain when suitable care on the day can be discussed and what happens if adjusted timing or another clinical review is more appropriate.
Do I need a consultation before treatment?
Yes. Every clinical pathway at Core Aesthetics begins with a consultation. Corey Anderson RN reviews your concern, medical history, timing, expectations, risks and whether your goals fall within clinic scope. When assessment and consent support proceeding, suitable care on the day can be discussed. Adjusted timing, more information or another clinical review may sometimes come first.
How do I know if a treatment is right for me?
You do not need to decide that before booking. Suitability is considered through an individual assessment of your anatomy, medical history, expectations and risk profile. Corey can discuss suitable care on the day when appropriate, or recommend a different approach, adjusted timing or another clinical review.
Who will perform my treatment?
All consultations and any treatment that proceeds are performed by Corey Anderson, Registered Nurse (Ahpra NMW0001047575). Patients can verify his current registration on the Ahpra public register before booking.
Where is the clinic located?
Core Aesthetics is at 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh VIC 3166. Phone 0491 706 705. The clinic supports adults from Melbourne's south east and nearby areas. Location can make consultation practical, but it does not change the need for assessment, risk discussion and consent.
Can treatment happen on the same day?
Occasionally, but it is never automatic or assumed. Proceeding on the same day depends entirely on your clinical assessment, suitability, comprehensive informed consent, and whether Corey considers it clinically appropriate to proceed. If your medical picture is complex, or if more time is needed to consider the risks, waiting or scheduling a follow up appointment is the preferred clinical advice.
What if waiting or another next step is recommended?
Corey will explain what affected the timing and what would make reassessment useful. Missing information, current symptoms, an upcoming event or a concern outside cosmetic scope may support waiting or another clinical review. When the assessment supports proceeding, suitable care on the day can be discussed.
What are the risks involved?
Risks vary by individual, anatomy, and the specific clinical modality. Your tailored risk discussion will cover common short term side effects, rare but serious complications, strict aftercare instructions, warning signs, and emergency contact protocols. Comprehensive, personalised risk information is always delivered during your consultation before any clinical decision or treatment agreement is made.
Which page should I use if I am unsure what to book?
Start with the consultation page or contact the clinic. You can describe the concern you want assessed without choosing a treatment category first. The booking pathway creates time to discuss suitable options, whether care on the day is appropriate, adjusted timing or another useful next step.
How should I prepare for my initial consultation?
To support a thorough clinical evaluation, please bring a complete list of your current medications, supplements, and any relevant medical history or past cosmetic treatment timelines. We recommend arriving with clean skin, free of heavy makeup, so Corey can perform an accurate structural and anatomical facial assessment.
Official details
Core Aesthetics Oakleigh clinic details.
Use these details as the official starting point before booking, checking a listing or confirming you have the right clinic. Core Aesthetics is located at 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh, and consultation creates time for assessment, suitability, risk discussion and consent before any treatment decision.
Corey Anderson, Registered Nurse, Ahpra NMW0001047575
You are welcome to use the appointment for information and questions only.
| Clinic | Core Aesthetics |
|---|---|
| Practitioner | Corey Anderson RN |
| Ahpra registration | NMW0001047575 |
| Address | 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh VIC 3166 |
| Phone | 0491 706 705 |
| Consultation pathway | Assessment, suitability, risk discussion and consent, followed by suitable care on the day when appropriate or a clear alternative next step. |
Reviewed 5 September 2026. This homepage was medically reviewed and updated for accuracy by Corey Anderson, Registered Nurse, on 5 September 2026.
Three Things Corey Wants Clear From The Start
Start With The Change You Notice
Corey Anderson RN: You can book without translating an appearance concern into a treatment name. I'd rather hear what changed, when you notice it, whether movement or expression affects it, and why it matters to you now. Those details give me a real starting point. Working out which consultation or education pathway fits, including when the concern needs a different kind of clinical input altogether, is my job.
Name The Boundaries Alongside The Goal
Corey Anderson RN: Goals tell me one part of the story. I also ask what you want preserved, what would feel too noticeable, and whether an event or a deadline is adding pressure. If something you've been reading online has left you feeling certain, anxious or hurried, say that too. Those boundaries set the pace, test the expectations, and keep the discussion on an informed decision rather than a preselected answer.
Clarity Can Complete The Appointment
Corey Anderson RN: I want you to leave understanding what may be contributing, what information is still missing, which risks and limitations matter, and what the next sensible step could be. That step might be time. Another clinician. More information. Or nothing. An appointment doesn't need to end in treatment to be worth having. If you leave knowing why we're pausing or changing direction, it has still done useful work.