A bunny line consultation at Core Aesthetics involves an assessment of nasalis muscle activity and the pattern of lines on either side of the nose bridge. Suitability is always determined in an individual consultation, before any treatment is considered.
Bunny lines are the short diagonal creases on either side of the nose bridge that appear with scrunching or intense smiling. A bunny line consultation at Core Aesthetics focuses on assessing the nasalis muscle, understanding whether bunny lines are a primary concern or have developed as a consequence of treatment to other upper face areas, and determining the most appropriate approach.
All consultations at Core Aesthetics are conducted by Corey Anderson, AHPRA registered nurse, the sole treating practitioner at the clinic. You can read more about the consultation process in our article on what happens at an injectables consultation.
“There is no obligation to proceed. The consultation is where the honest conversation happens.”
Treating Practitioner
| Name | Corey Anderson |
| Profession | Registered Nurse |
| AHPRA | |
| Registered since | January 1996 |
What Causes This Concern
Bunny lines are created by the nasalis muscle, which compresses the nose during certain expressions. One clinically important pattern: when muscles in the upper face such as the glabella or forehead are treated with anti-wrinkle product, the nasalis can begin compensating with more visible contraction, making previously subtle lines more prominent. This is a common reason clients notice bunny lines more after other treatment. Understanding whether this is the case for your situation affects how treatment is planned.
What the Consultation Covers
Corey will assess your nasalis muscle activity, the pattern and distribution of your bunny lines, and whether they are a primary concern or a compensation pattern from existing treatment. He will discuss appropriate dosing and placement and what a realistic improvement looks like. Read more on our bunny line treatment page.
Related Areas
Bunny lines are most commonly discussed as part of an upper face plan alongside frown lines and forehead treatment. Full range on our anti-wrinkle treatments hub.
About the Treatment
All anti-wrinkle treatment at Core Aesthetics uses prescription injectable product individually assessed and administered. Read more on our bunny line treatment page and our anti-wrinkle treatments hub.
Located in Oakleigh, Serving Melbourne’s South East
Core Aesthetics is at 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh VIC 3166. Accessible from Carnegie, Chadstone, Murrumbeena, Huntingdale, Bentleigh and Clayton. Open Tuesday to Saturday by appointment.
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Safety, Suitability and Clinical Assessment
All cosmetic injectable procedures carry risk. The suitability assessment at consultation identifies any contraindications or relative risk factors specific to your circumstances, including medical history, current medications, previous procedures, and anatomical features that may affect the risk profile for a given treatment area. This information is reviewed before any treatment is planned.
For certain conditions and medications, injectable treatments are not appropriate, or require modification of technique or timing. For others, the treating practitioner may recommend that you consult with your primary healthcare provider before proceeding. These are clinical judgements that can only be made with accurate, complete medical history information, which is why the consultation history taking process is thorough.
Complication recognition and initial management are part of the clinical competency required of practitioners performing injectable treatments under AHPRA’s September 2025 guidelines for nonsurgical cosmetic procedures. The practitioner at Core Aesthetics holds current training in this area and maintains the relevant management supplies on site. Understanding that risk exists and is actively managed is more useful than assuming risk does not exist.
Review Appointments and Ongoing Care
A review appointment at four to six weeks is a standard part of every treatment cycle at Core Aesthetics. The review is not contingent on whether you have concerns, it is a clinical standard that applies to every patient. At review, the practitioner assesses the result across all treated areas, compares the outcome to the pretreatment clinical photographs, identifies any asymmetry or variation in response between sides, and determines whether any adjustment is appropriate within the same treatment cycle.
The review is also where longitudinal data about how your specific anatomy responds to treatment is recorded. Over multiple treatment cycles, this accumulated data allows the practitioner to refine the dosing and approach to better match your individual response pattern, which is one of the most significant advantages of maintaining a consistent treating practitioner rather than moving between clinics.
If you have any concerns in the period between your treatment and your review appointment, contact the clinic directly. The practitioner who treated you has the clinical context to respond accurately to any post treatment question, which is preferable to relying on general online information that may not reflect your specific situation.
What the Assessment Covers
The assessment at the consultation appointment is a face wide evaluation, not a focused review of only the area you have identified as a concern. This full face approach is deliberate: anatomical features interact with each other, and addressing one area in isolation, without understanding the broader facial context, can produce results that look disproportionate even when the individual area was technically treated well.
The practitioner evaluates facial symmetry, bone structure, soft tissue distribution, skin quality, and the dynamic movement patterns associated with each treatment area. The history taking covers your current medications, any previous injectable or surgical procedures, relevant health conditions, and any prior reactions or complications. From this assessment, the practitioner develops a treatment plan that reflects your specific anatomy and circumstances.
Results vary between individuals. What the assessment finds in one patient may be different from what it finds in another patient with a similar presenting concern, which is why templated treatment protocols are not used here. All treatments at Core Aesthetics are consultation based and individually assessed.
The long term Approach
Most patients who pursue cosmetic injectable treatment are thinking about the long term, even when they are not sure how to articulate that. The question is not just “what can I have done today” but “how do I age well over the next decade”. Those are different questions, and they require different conversations.
At Core Aesthetics, the planning conversation is oriented towards the long term. What does gradual maintenance look like over several years? Which areas are the highest priority given current changes? When should treatment begin, and when is it appropriate to wait? What is the realistic trajectory if treatment is maintained consistently versus started later?
These questions are best answered in the context of an individual assessment, because the answers depend on anatomy, rate of change, starting point, and personal goals, all of which vary. The consultation is where that conversation happens. Results vary between individuals, and a long term plan reflects that variability rather than applying a standard approach.
About This Information
The information on this page is provided for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for clinical advice and does not constitute a recommendation that you proceed with any particular treatment. Cosmetic injectable treatments are prescription medical procedures. They carry risks that vary between individuals and that must be assessed and discussed in a clinical context before any treatment decision is made.
At Core Aesthetics, Corey Anderson assesses every patient individually. The consultation is the point at which your specific anatomy, medical history, and goals are evaluated together. No treatment is offered at a first appointment, and no treatment is appropriate for everyone. This page is a starting point, a way to understand what is involved before you decide whether a consultation is the right next step for you.
If you have questions about anything on this page or about whether treatment might be appropriate for your situation, you are welcome to call the clinic or book a consultation at no obligation.
This page provides clinical information about Bunny Line Consultation Melbourne, Oakleigh. It is intended for adults aged 18 and over who are considering cosmetic injectable treatment and want to understand the clinical process, suitability factors, and what to expect from a consultation based practice. All treatment decisions at Core Aesthetics follow individual assessment, no treatment is offered at a first appointment without a separate consultation. Results vary between individuals and are reviewed at follow up.
Is this for you?
Consider booking a consultation if
- You want an unhurried clinical conversation before any treatment is considered
- You are 18 or older and weighing whether cosmetic injectables are right for you
- You want to understand risks, realistic expectations, and the regulatory framework that applies to cosmetic injectables in Australia
- You want a written record of what was discussed, considered, and recommended
This may not be for you if
- You are seeking same day treatment without an assessment
- You are under 18 years of age
- You expect a clinic that prescribes a treatment plan before meeting you
Suitability is confirmed at consultation. This list is general guidance, not a substitute for clinical assessment.
Frequently asked questions
Does dermal filler hurt?
Discomfort varies by area. The lips are the most sensitive. Mid face, cheek and structural areas are generally better tolerated.
What is the recovery time after dermal filler?
There is no formal recovery period. Swelling and occasional bruising are the most common post treatment effects, peaking at 24 to 48 hours and typically resolving within a week. The final settled result is visible at approximately two weeks.
What does filler feel like under the skin?
In structural areas, filler may be palpable as a slightly firmer texture beneath the skin, particularly in the first few weeks after treatment. This settles as the product integrates with surrounding tissue. In areas where product is placed superficially, firmness is more noticeable.
Is there a risk of migration with dermal filler?
Migration, meaning product moving from the intended placement to an adjacent area, is more associated with certain superficial treatment areas and can be caused by excessive volume, repeated pressure or incorrect placement. At Core Aesthetics, conservative dosing and anatomically appropriate placement are how migration risk is minimised.
Can dermal filler be combined with anti-wrinkle treatment in the same appointment?
Yes, and this combination is appropriate for many clients. The two treatments address different aspects of facial change and can be performed at the same appointment where the assessment supports it. Whether combining them makes sense depends on the areas being treated and is discussed at your individual consultation.
How do I know which areas to treat with dermal filler?
The most reliable approach is a clinical assessment by a qualified practitioner. Many clients arrive knowing a specific area they want addressed, but a thorough assessment often reveals that the concern originates elsewhere. Corey Anderson assesses the whole face and explains his findings before any recommendation is made.
What causes bruising after filler and how long does it last?
Bruising occurs when a small blood vessel is disrupted during injection. It is common in areas with a rich blood supply, particularly the lips and tear trough. Avoiding blood thinning substances beforehand reduces the risk.
Will I look overdone after dermal filler?
Not if treatment is conservative and individually assessed. The overdone look is almost always the result of too much product, product in the wrong plane, or treatment without accounting for how the face looks as a whole. At Core Aesthetics, the starting point is always the minimum amount needed to achieve a meaningful improvement.