Which cosmetic consultation should I book?

Which consultation category fits?

The names below match the current Core Aesthetics booking page. They help organise the appointment; they do not describe the seriousness of a diagnosis or promise a procedure. Read the selected appointment details for its current duration and any fee.

If both Comprehensive and Complex seem to fit, do not guess from the label or book several appointments to cover the same question. Call 0491 706 705 and describe the concern, the areas involved and any previous care.

Is a concern guide the same as a booking category?

No. A guide explains a concern; the booking categories organise appointment time. You can read about facial lines, lip shape, facial volume, under eyes, chin and jawline, skin quality or underarm sweating without selecting a treatment.

The consultation directory also links to men’s and inclusive consultations. Those guides can help you explain preferences and privacy needs; they are not a reason to assume a different treatment or booking category. The order of the guides is not a popularity ranking or evidence that a procedure will suit you.

Do I need a routine review or a new assessment?

For a routine follow-up after treatment at Core Aesthetics, the booking page has in person and telehealth review options. Reviews are offered two weeks after treatment and are free to attend; additional treatment has a separate fee. Ask the clinic which review format is appropriate.

If your question is about previous cosmetic care, especially care elsewhere, check the Complex consultation description rather than assuming a routine review will fit. The previous care assessment guide explains what records may help. Bring dates, practitioner details and any aftercare information you have. Say when records are missing instead of guessing. An assessment does not guarantee correction.

New or worsening symptoms must not wait for a routine review. Use the medical-care guidance below.

What should I write when booking?

Three short notes are enough to explain your starting point:

1. What and where: describe what you have noticed and the area or areas you want to discuss.
2. When: say roughly when it began, whether it has changed and whether a particular event or travel date matters.
3. Previous care: mention relevant cosmetic care and whether you have records.

Use ordinary words. For example, “I want to discuss my under eyes and cheeks together” describes a question without choosing a procedure. This is an example of booking wording, not a patient story. Keep detailed health information for the clinical discussion; bring your medicine, allergy and relevant health-history details. The preparation guide has the fuller checklist.

If you have already booked and the category seems wrong, contact the clinic or use the contact details in your confirmation before travelling. Do not assume the appointment length can be changed on arrival.

You can also note why the concern matters now, what you want to leave unchanged and any trade-off that would make you prefer to wait. Mention upcoming dental work, travel and whether you could return for review. During the clinical discussion, tell Corey about recent illness, active skin problems, pregnancy or breastfeeding where relevant; these details may affect planning. You do not need to put sensitive health details in a general enquiry.

What does booking commit me to?

Booking reserves a consultation, not consent to treatment. Corey Anderson, Registered Nurse, assesses your concern and relevant health history before explaining options. Ask about risks, limitations, alternatives, recovery, costs and who would provide any follow-up. You can use the appointment for questions only, take more time, seek another opinion or choose no treatment.

Consultation comes first. If treatment is suitable and appropriate on the day, it can be discussed after assessment, informed consent and any required clinical arrangements. Booking does not guarantee treatment. An event date or a convenient time slot does not establish suitability.

The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care describes shared decision making as combining evidence with the person’s preferences and circumstances. Ahpra’s practitioner guidance covers assessment and consent responsibilities. Neither source approves an individual treatment for you. Read the consultation safety questions or the first-visit walkthrough if you want more detail.

When should I seek medical care instead?

A new, painful or rapidly changing symptom may need medical assessment rather than a cosmetic appointment. For a serious or rapidly worsening problem, seek urgent medical care. A routine review, booking note or clinic email is not an emergency service.

Call 000 for a medical emergency, including severe breathing difficulty, chest pain or signs of stroke such as sudden facial weakness or difficulty speaking. Healthdirect explains when to call triple zero. If symptoms follow previous care, tell the treating provider too, but do not let that contact delay urgent help.

Who will I see, and where?

Consultations are with Corey Anderson, Registered Nurse, Ahpra NMW0001047575, at Core Aesthetics inside BeautyTHEQUE, 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh VIC 3166. You can verify the practitioner and clinic details before booking.

The entrance is directly on Atherton Road and has one step. Street parking and the car park opposite may be options; check signs and availability. If the step affects access, call before travelling. The arrival guide has directions and access information. Walk-in enquiries and consultations may be possible when Corey is available; appointments are preferred.

One initial general consultation is complimentary per person. Check the details of the appointment you select rather than assuming every category or later visit is free. Treatment costs are separate and explained before you decide. Read the cost and review information. For help choosing, call 0491 706 705 or email support@coreaesthetics.com.au for a non-urgent enquiry.

Questions about choosing an appointment

Your next step

When a category fits your question, open the booking page to check current appointment details and available times. If the descriptions overlap, call the clinic first. Selecting a time is not a confirmed appointment until you complete the booking steps and receive confirmation.