Your First Aesthetic Consultation in Melbourne

Quick summary

Your first aesthetic consultation starts with your concern in your own words. Corey reviews relevant health and treatment history, then assesses anatomy, movement, proportions and skin where relevant. You can discuss suitable, unsuitable and non-treatment options, with material risks, limitations, costs and review arrangements explained before you decide whether to proceed, wait, seek another opinion or not treat.

You can begin without having the answer

Perhaps a photograph looks different, an expression has started to catch your attention or you simply feel that something has changed. You do not need a clinical term or a treatment request to make that a worthwhile conversation.

An aesthetic consultation at Core Aesthetics begins with your words. Corey Anderson RN asks what you notice, what matters to you and what you would like clarified, then considers the concern in the context of your face, health, previous care and expectations.

Bring one honest sentence

What you notice

Something looks different

Point to the area or describe the moment when you notice it. Plain language is useful.

What you want

A clearer understanding

Say whether you want information, reassurance, options or simply a professional view.

What matters

Your comfort and pace

Share what would feel too much, what you are uncertain about and whether you want time to think.

Corey Anderson RN listening to an adult patient describe a concern during an Oakleigh consultation — The first useful detail is what you have noticed, in your own words.

Your concern shapes the conversation

The same description can have different explanations from one person to another. Corey looks at the area at rest and in movement, how it sits with the rest of the face and whether skin, structure, expression, previous care or another factor may be contributing.

This is not about finding a procedure to match every observation. It is about understanding what is within the clinic’s scope and whether education, further assessment, waiting, referral or a suitable cosmetic discussion is the most useful direction.

If you want to prepare in more detail, the consultation appointments guide explains what information to bring and the questions you should leave with.

Your first consultation, in six clear steps

01, your words

Clarify the concern

Describe what you notice, when it stands out and what you would like to understand, without needing a treatment name.

02, your context

Review relevant history

Corey reviews health information, medicines, allergies and previous cosmetic care that may affect the discussion.

03, the assessment

Look at the whole picture

Anatomy, movement, proportions and skin are assessed where they are relevant to your concern.

04, the options

Compare every reasonable path

You discuss suitable options, unsuitable options and non-treatment choices, including care outside the clinic when relevant.

05, informed choice

Understand the practical detail

Material risks, limitations, costs and review arrangements are explained before you make a decision.

06, your decision

Choose what happens next

You may proceed, wait, seek another opinion or decide not to treat. Each is a valid consultation outcome.

Corey Anderson RN and an adult patient reviewing questions together during a private consultation — You speak with Corey directly, from the first question through to the recommendation.

One practitioner, one continuous conversation

Your consultation is with Corey Anderson, Registered Nurse, and he remains your point of contact through assessment, planning and review. You do not need to repeat your priorities to a rotating team or wonder who is responsible for the recommendation.

That continuity makes it easier to ask candid questions and to say when you are unsure. Corey can explain why a path may suit, why more information is needed or why leaving things as they are is a sound decision.

Before you book, read what you can check about Corey, the clinic and continuity of care, then use the independent practitioner and clinic verification steps. If respectful language, privacy or identity-aware care matters to you, see what to expect from an LGBTQIA+ inclusive consultation.

Will I be treated at my first appointment?

Consultation first. Same-day treatment may be discussed only if suitable and appropriate after assessment, consent and clinical judgement. Booking does not guarantee treatment.

You can also take time, seek another opinion or decide not to treat. Ahpra’s guidelines for non-surgical cosmetic procedures set out practitioner responsibilities for assessment and informed consent. You can also read how suitability is assessed.

What to bring for a useful assessment

Bring this	What helps	Why it matters
Your concern	One sentence about what you notice and when you see it.	It keeps the appointment centred on your real question.
Your health details	Medicines, allergies, relevant conditions and recent health changes.	Suitability and timing depend on accurate personal information.
Your previous care	Dates, areas, records or photographs if they are available.	Corey can understand the history without asking you to guess.
Your questions	Anything you want clarified about choices, risks, costs or review.	You can leave with answers that support an unhurried decision.

When another kind of care should come first

A routine aesthetic consultation is not a substitute for medical, dental or mental health care. A change that is sudden, painful, one sided, linked with an injury or accompanied by other symptoms should be assessed through the appropriate health service first.

Corey will also pause cosmetic planning when the concern falls outside the clinic’s scope or when health, medicines, skin condition, timing or expectations need another review. The patient safety guide explains these boundaries in more detail.

Corey Anderson RN welcoming an adult patient for an aesthetic consultation at the Oakleigh clinic — Your visit is a private conversation with Corey at the Oakleigh clinic.

Plan your visit to Core Aesthetics

Come to the Oakleigh clinic for a calm, private assessment with Corey and enough space to explain what brought you in.

Your practitionerCorey Anderson RNAhpra registration NMW0001047575

Your clinic12A Atherton RoadOakleigh VIC 3166

Bring your questions and relevant health or previous-care details. If an option is suitable to discuss, Corey explains the considerations and current fees before you choose what to do.

Verify Corey and the clinic View the pricing guide

Consultation first

Come in with a question, leave with a clearer next step

You do not need to decide on a treatment before you arrive. Start with what you have noticed and let the consultation give it context.

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Is this for you?

Consider booking a consultation if

You are 18 or older and want an individual clinical assessment before deciding whether aesthetic treatment is appropriate
You want your concern reviewed in the context of anatomy, medical history, expectations, timing and risk
You value careful planning, conservative judgement and a clear explanation of alternatives before making a decision
You are comfortable with the possibility that the recommendation may be to wait, seek review elsewhere or not proceed

This may not be for you if

You want treatment, a result or a procedure without assessment
You are seeking cosmetic treatment for a person who is not an adult
You are pregnant, trying to conceive or breastfeeding and are seeking elective aesthetic treatment
You have an active infection, unhealed skin or an unresolved medical concern in the area to be assessed
You feel pressured to make a decision quickly for an event, relationship change or appearance concern

Suitability is confirmed at consultation. This list is general guidance, not a substitute for clinical assessment.

Frequently asked questions

What is an aesthetic consultation?

It is the natural starting point for people who know something bothers them but are not sure which pathway fits. It begins with the concern rather than a treatment menu, works out what is driving it, and points toward the most relevant next step. It does not commit you to any treatment.

Do I need to know what treatment I want?

No. Describing what bothers you in plain words is enough. The assessment works out what is actually contributing and what, if anything, is appropriate. The consultation can also cover suitability, risks, timing, alternatives and whether waiting or no treatment is the more appropriate next step.

Why not just pick a treatment?

Because the same concern can have different causes in different people, and each points to a different response. Choosing a treatment before understanding the concern risks addressing the wrong thing. The consultation can also cover suitability, risks, timing, alternatives and whether waiting or no treatment is the more appropriate next step.

Will I be told I need treatment?

Not necessarily. A consultation may direct you toward a pathway, lead to a treatment discussion where appropriate, suggest skin fundamentals, recommend review or referral, or conclude that nothing is needed. The aim is the most suitable next step for you.

Are there times treatment is not appropriate?

Yes. Some health conditions, certain medications, and circumstances such as pregnancy or breastfeeding may mean treatment is not appropriate, and some concerns are better addressed elsewhere. This is always assessed individually. The consultation can also cover suitability, risks, timing, alternatives and whether waiting or no treatment is the more appropriate next step.

Do you see people from outside Oakleigh?

Yes. The clinic is based in Oakleigh and sees people from across south east Melbourne, including Chadstone, Carnegie, Murrumbeena, Hughesdale and Glen Waverley. General Information Only. This article is general in nature and does not replace a consultation with a qualified health practitioner. Treatment outcomes, suitability and risks vary by individual. Any medical or prescription treatment options can only be discussed and provided where clinically appropriate following an individual assessment.

What happens at an aesthetic consultation?

The consultation follows six clear steps. Corey clarifies the concern in your own words, reviews relevant health and treatment history, and assesses anatomy, movement, proportions and skin where relevant. You then discuss suitable, unsuitable and non-treatment options, including material risks, limitations, costs and review arrangements, before deciding whether to proceed, wait, seek another opinion or not treat.

Can treatment happen at the consultation?

Consultation first. Same-day treatment may be discussed only if suitable and appropriate after assessment, consent and clinical judgement. Booking does not guarantee treatment.

Do I need to know what treatment I want before booking?

No. It is often better to book with a concern rather than a treatment request. Corey can assess what may be contributing to the concern, explain which options may or may not be suitable, and help you decide whether waiting, referral or no treatment is more appropriate.

What if Corey recommends no treatment?

That is a valid consultation outcome. Treatment may not be recommended if the expected benefit is limited, the risk is too high, the concern needs medical review, the timing is poor, or the requested change is unlikely to suit your anatomy.

How long does an aesthetic consultation take?

Many initial consultations take about 30 to 45 minutes before any treatment decision is made. More time may be needed if the concern is complex, previous treatment needs to be reviewed, or treatment is suitable to discuss on the day.

Will I receive cost information before deciding?

Yes. If a treatment option is clinically appropriate, the relevant fees can be discussed privately before you decide. Cost should sit after assessment, suitability, risk and consent, not before them. Core Aesthetics does not use public price led treatment menus for regulated cosmetic procedures.

What should I bring to the consultation?

Bring a list of medications, relevant medical history, prior treatment details if you have them, and any questions you want answered. It also helps to explain your concern in your own words rather than trying to choose a treatment in advance.

Is an aesthetic consultation suitable if I am nervous?

Yes. A consultation can be useful when you are unsure, cautious or still deciding. You can ask questions, discuss risks and take time to consider the recommendation. You are not required to proceed with treatment because you attended a consultation.

Your First Aesthetic Consultation Starts With You

You can begin without having the answer