Frequently asked questions about aesthetic treatments, wrinkle treatments, facial volume treatment, and cosmetic procedures at Core Aesthetics. Find answers to common questions about safety, suitability, recovery, aftercare, realistic outcomes, and what to expect during treatment.
The following questions are the ones we hear most often from clients considering aesthetic treatment at Core Aesthetics. If your question is not answered here, contact the clinic directly on 0491 706 705 or email support@coreaesthetics.com.au.
About the Clinic and Practitioner
Who performs treatments at Core Aesthetics?
Corey Anderson is the founder and sole treating practitioner at Core Aesthetics. Every client is seen by Corey directly for every appointment. There are no junior staff or delegated treatments.
Is Corey Anderson AHPRA registered?
Yes. Corey Anderson is an AHPRA registered nurse, registration, registered since January 1996. Verify his current registration at coreaesthetics.com.au/verify.
Where is Core Aesthetics located?
12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh VIC 3166. Open Tuesday to Saturday by appointment. Phone 0491 706 705.
About the Consultation Process
Is a consultation required before treatment?
Yes. Every client attends an individual consultation with Corey before any treatment is recommended. The consultation is a clinical appointment with no obligation to proceed.
What happens at a consultation?
Corey will discuss your concerns and goals, review your medical history and assess your facial anatomy. He will provide an honest recommendation based on the clinical assessment. You will have time to ask questions.
Can I have treatment on the same day as my consultation?
In some cases yes, where Corey is satisfied the assessment is complete and informed consent has been fully obtained. For more complex cases, a staged approach may be recommended.
About Treatments
What treatments are available at Core Aesthetics?
Wrinkle treatments, facial volume treatment across multiple facial areas and hyperhidrosis treatment. All treatments are assessed individually at consultation before any recommendation is made. A full list is available at aesthetic treatments Melbourne.
How long do results last?
Duration varies by treatment and individual. wrinkle treatment typically lasts 3 to 4 months. Facial volume treatment duration varies by area, product and individual factors. Read our articles on how long wrinkle treatment lasts and how long facial volume treatment lasts for more detail.
Is volume treatment reversible?
Yes. Hyaluronic acid based facial volume treatment, which is the type used at Core Aesthetics, can be dissolved using hyaluronidase. This is discussed at consultation as part of informed consent. Read more in our article on dissolving facial volume treatment.
After Treatment
What should I expect after treatment?
Mild bruising, swelling and tenderness at injection sites are normal and typically resolve within a few days to two weeks. Corey provides full aftercare instructions at every appointment. Read the wrinkle aftercare guide and treatment aftercare guide.
What should I do if I have a concern after treatment?
Contact Core Aesthetics on 0491 706 705. If you experience symptoms suggesting a serious complication such as skin colour changes, vision changes or severe pain, seek emergency care immediately.
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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.
Safety, Suitability and Clinical Assessment
All aesthetic treatment 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.
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. Aesthetic 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 Frequently Asked Questions. It is intended for adults aged 18 and over who are considering aesthetic 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.
The Role of Anatomical Assessment in Treatment Planning
Effective aesthetic treatment begins with understanding individual facial anatomy. The same concern, loss of cheek volume, for example, may have different underlying structural drivers in different people. In one patient it reflects fat pad atrophy; in another it involves bony remodelling; in a third, skin laxity changes the way existing volume appears. These distinctions affect both whether treatment is appropriate and, if so, how it should be approached.
At Core Aesthetics, the consultation begins with a systematic assessment of facial structure, including symmetry analysis, skin quality assessment, treatment history review, and discussion of the patient’s specific goals. This anatomical baseline informs every treatment decision and helps ensure that proposed treatments address the actual underlying driver of a concern rather than a surface level presentation.
This is one of the reasons Core Aesthetics operates as a one practitioner clinic with a consultation based model. A consistent clinical relationship between patient and practitioner supports the kind of longitudinal assessment that is difficult to achieve in high volume, multi practitioner settings.
Using This FAQ Resource Effectively
This page collects the most common questions Corey Anderson receives in consultations and by enquiry. The answers are written from a clinical perspective and reflect the approach taken at Core Aesthetics, which emphasises informed consent, realistic expectations, and treatment decisions grounded in individual assessment rather than generalised protocols.
Some questions that patients ask frequently do not have simple yes/no answers. Questions about whether a particular treatment is suitable, how much volume treatment someone needs, or what their result will look like fall into this category. These questions require direct assessment and cannot be answered reliably in a general FAQ context. If your question relates to your specific situation, the best resource is a consultation appointment rather than a written guide.
All content on this page is written and reviewed by Corey Anderson RN and is updated regularly to reflect changes in clinical guidelines, particularly the AHPRA September 2025 guidelines for nonsurgical cosmetic procedures and the TGA Therapeutic Goods Advertising Code requirements that govern how aesthetic treatments can be described in advertising materials.
Is this for you?
Consider booking a consultation if
- You are researching aesthetic treatment options and want to understand the consultation and assessment process
- You are 18 or older and weighing your options
- You want an individual clinical assessment before any treatment decision
- You value a consultation based clinic model over same day treatment
This may not be for you if
- You are pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding and are considering injectable treatment
- You have an active infection or unhealed skin in a potential treatment area
- You are under 18 years of age
Suitability is confirmed at consultation. This list is general guidance, not a substitute for clinical assessment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the recovery time after facial volume treatment?
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 volume treatment feel like under the skin?
In structural areas, volume treatment 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 facial volume treatment?
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 facial volume treatment be combined with 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 facial volume treatment?
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 volume treatment 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 facial volume treatment?
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 volume treatment different from treating everything at once?
For clients new to facial volume treatment, 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.
Should I proceed with treatment if I am unsure whether it is right for me?
Uncertainty is a reasonable reason to defer rather than proceed. A clinical assessment can clarify whether treatment is appropriate, what approach would be suitable, and what realistic expectations are for your situation. Treatment is only recommended when clinical suitability is clearly established.
Is it safe to have aesthetic treatment for the first time?
Aesthetic treatments involve prescription medicines and carry clinical risks including bruising, swelling, asymmetry and, in rare cases, more serious complications. Safety is directly influenced by practitioner qualifications, assessment quality and technique. A thorough consultation is the starting point to understand the risks specific to your situation.
Why does treatment outcome vary between individuals?
Individual anatomy, skin quality, muscle activity, metabolism and the degree of change being addressed all influence how prescription injectable treatment performs and how long it lasts. This is why assessment-led, individually planned treatment is the clinical standard.