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. If filler is palpable through the skin surface, this is worth reviewing. (Melbourne CBD clients often: "Fast decisions, fast pace.")

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. Bruising after filler is normal, resolves within five to ten days and does not indicate a problem.

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.

How is a staged approach to filler different from treating everything at once?

For clients new to dermal filler, or those who have not had treatment for several years, a staged approach places conservative amounts across one or two appointments before assessing whether additional treatment is appropriate. This produces more natural results and allows both the practitioner and the client to understand how the individual face responds to product.

What happens if the filler result is not what I expected?

This is discussed at the original consultation. If the result is less than expected, a review is possible once the product has fully settled at two weeks. If the result is more than expected or not what was intended, dissolution with hyaluronidase is available. Managing expectations honestly before treatment is part of every consultation at Core Aesthetics.

Cosmetic Clinic Near Me: South East Melbourne Guide

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Finding a cosmetic clinic near you in Melbourne’s south east is not difficult. Finding one that operates a genuine consultation first model, employs a single experienced AHPRA registered practitioner, and gives you an honest assessment rather than a sales pitch: that is a different task.

Core Aesthetics at 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh is positioned at the geographic heart of Melbourne’s south east corridor. It serves clients from Carnegie, Chadstone, Murrumbeena, Bentleigh, Clayton, Cheltenham, Malvern, Caulfield, Brighton, Noble Park and across the inner and outer south east.

What to Look for in a Cosmetic Clinic Near You

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The most important factors when evaluating any cosmetic clinic near you in Melbourne are:

What This Means in Practice

AHPRA registration. All cosmetic injectable treatments in Australia involve prescription medicines. The treating practitioner must be AHPRA registered. Check the public register at ahpra.gov.au before booking anywhere. A practitioner who cannot provide a verifiable AHPRA registration number should not be administering injectable treatment.

A genuine consultation first approach. The consultation should be a real clinical assessment, not a brief conversation before treatment commences. It should involve examination of the face, discussion of medical history, honest assessment of what treatment can and cannot achieve, and the option to leave without proceeding. If the clinic is structured to move directly from consultation to treatment room in the same appointment as standard practice, the consultation is not serving its clinical function.

Transparent communication about risks. Every cosmetic injectable treatment carries risks. Bruising, swelling, asymmetry and in rare cases more serious complications are real possibilities. A clinic that does not discuss these openly at consultation is not meeting its clinical obligations or respecting the client’s right to informed consent.

Consistency of practitioner. The person who assesses you should be the person who treats you. Clinics where a consultation practitioner hands the client to a different treating practitioner cannot provide the continuous clinical context that good treatment planning requires.

Core Aesthetics: South East Melbourne’s Consultation Led Clinic

Corey Anderson is an AHPRA registered nurse (NMW0001047575) who has been clinically registered since January 1996. He is the sole practitioner at Core Aesthetics. He conducts every consultation, performs every treatment, and reviews every client at two weeks personally.

What This Means in Practice

“When you book at Core Aesthetics, you will see the same person every time. That continuity is not a feature. It is the point.”

The clinic is compliant with current AHPRA guidelines for registered health practitioners in cosmetic procedures and with TGA advertising regulations. All treatments are prescription medicines administered following individual clinical assessment. No treatment is performed without the client’s fully informed consent.

Proximity to Key South East Melbourne Locations

Location	Distance	Travel time
Carnegie	3 km	5 min
Chadstone	4 km	5 min
Clayton / Notting Hill	6 km	8 to 10 min
Bentleigh / Bentleigh East	7 km	10 min
Malvern / Caulfield	10 km	12 to 15 min
Cheltenham	12 km	15 to 20 min
Brighton	16 km	20 to 25 min
Noble Park	15 km	20 to 25 min

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.

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Written and reviewed by Corey Anderson, Registered Nurse and Cosmetic Injector | Last reviewed: April 2026
AHPRA Registration: NMW0001047575 (Nurse, registered since January 1996) | Core Aesthetics, Oakleigh VIC 3166
All prescription treatments are assessed and administered by an AHPRA registered health practitioner. Suitability is determined individually at consultation.

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