CORE AESTHETICS · OAKLEIGH VIC
Full-face assessment: where should I start?
A full-face assessment helps when several areas concern you or you are unsure what has changed. Corey looks at your skin, facial shape and movement together, then explains which concerns may be connected and what could reasonably help. Assessing your whole face does not mean treating your whole face.
QUESTIONS ABOUT A FULL-FACE ASSESSMENT
What does a full-face assessment actually check?
It checks the concerns you raise in the context of your whole face: skin, expression, shape and the way neighbouring areas relate. Corey compares front, side and angled views, both at rest and while you make ordinary expressions. He also asks when the change began and about your health and previous care.
| What you notice | What needs to be distinguished |
|---|---|
| Lines or creases | Changes that appear with expression versus lines visible at rest. |
| Hollowing or a tired appearance | Facial shape, fullness, skin, swelling and nearby shadows. |
| A softer jawline or different profile | The chin, jaw border, skin and area beneath the chin. |
| Dryness or uneven texture | A skin concern rather than automatically a change in facial shape. |
Can I still focus on just one concern?
Yes. Tell Corey which area matters to you and what you want left alone. Looking at nearby features helps him understand that concern; it does not commit you to care elsewhere. If you only want to ask about forehead lines, for example, you can keep that as the focus. You do not need a treatment package or a plan for every area of your face.
How can one area change the way another looks?
For example, the forehead muscle raises the eyebrows, so forehead movement and brow position are assessed together. A full-face assessment uses relationships like this to distinguish a movement pattern from a change in skin, shape or shadow. These are assessment relationships, not promises that treating one area will change another.
What if I cannot explain what looks different?
You can describe the situation instead: “I look more tired in photographs”, “my face seems different after losing weight” or “I notice this when I smile”. Say when you first noticed it, whether it comes and goes, and which view bothers you. Corey can help separate skin, movement, fullness and shadow without expecting you to know anatomical terms or arrive with a treatment request.
Will you point out flaws I have not noticed?
The appointment starts with your concerns and what you like about your face. Normal lines, asymmetry and ageing do not automatically need treatment. Corey may explain a nearby feature when it helps answer your question or affects safety, but that is not a reason to add it to a treatment list. You can say that you only want advice about a particular area, and you can decline any suggestion.
What happens at the appointment?
Your initial consultation with Corey Anderson RN is at no charge and generally takes 30 minutes at the Oakleigh clinic. You explain your concerns, health history, medicines and previous care. Corey examines the relevant areas from different angles and during ordinary movement, then explains what may be contributing and whether the findings are connected. You discuss suitable options, what they could and could not change, risks, recovery and costs. If more information or another assessment is needed, he explains the next step.
Will I leave knowing what to do next?
Corey explains which concern is worth addressing first, why, and what can be left alone. If you need sequencing and budget questions after that assessment, see planning one area versus a broader plan.
What if I have had treatment at several clinics?
Bring the dates, areas treated, clinic details and records you have, including any reactions or results you were unhappy with. Previous care can affect what Corey sees and whether a new concern needs review before anything else is considered. Missing details are recorded as unknown rather than guessed. Having attended different clinics does not by itself mean something is wrong or that you need corrective treatment.
Do I need to bring photographs?
No, but ordinary unfiltered photographs from before you noticed a change can be useful. They may help show whether an uneven feature has always been there or appeared more recently. Different lighting, camera distance and expressions can change appearances, so photographs support the discussion rather than establish a diagnosis. Images of someone else’s face can help explain a preference, but they are not a promised result.
How much does a full-face assessment cost?
Your initial consultation is provided at no charge. Any proposed treatment is a separate decision: Corey explains an itemised cost before you agree to proceed. Tell him your budget and which concern matters most. You do not have to treat several areas, buy a package or book further treatment because your whole face has been assessed. You can leave with information only.
What happens if I want treatment that day?
Treatment can usually be arranged at the end of your consultation. It can proceed once Corey confirms it is suitable for you, the required clinical arrangements are complete, you have given informed consent and costs are agreed. That does not mean every area discussed can or should be treated in one visit. If treatment needs to be scheduled for another day, Corey explains why and what needs to happen next. You can also choose to leave with information only.
When should I book if I have an event coming up?
Book the consultation around 2 to 3 weeks before your event as a starting point, and mention travel or any limits on returning for review. Treatment, recovery or further assessment may need longer, especially if several concerns are being considered. If you cannot find a suitable appointment, call or message the clinic. An event deadline does not make treatment suitable or promise that a particular result will be ready in time.
CORE AESTHETICS · OAKLEIGH
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