Facial volume consultations in Melbourne

Describe the facial change that brought you in, when you noticed it and what you would prefer to keep. If several areas seem connected, say which change you noticed first, what appeared to change nearby and what still feels familiar. Corey Anderson RN reviews relevant health, medicines, allergies, weight change and previous cosmetic or dental care, then assesses the face with your agreement, from the front and side, at rest and in ordinary movement. You can discuss what may be contributing, what an option could and could not change, alternatives including waiting, risks, recovery and full cost. You do not need to choose a procedure before the appointment.

A tired or hollow appearance may reflect skin, soft tissue, facial structure, movement, lighting or previous care. A photograph alone cannot show which factor matters most. This broader appointment is useful when several areas are involved or you are unsure what has changed.

If the change looks more like a fold, heaviness or a difference between neighbouring areas than a hollow, say so. These are observations, not diagnoses; assessment may change the working description. The boundary between the lower eyelid and cheek, or between the chin and jaw, may also look different with lighting or expression; describe the change without assuming its cause.

A naturally lean face does not itself need treatment.

If you want to read about one concern first, choose the closest guide:

You can also book the broad consultation from this page without opening another guide.

Your consultation is with Corey Anderson, Registered Nurse, Ahpra registration NMW0001047575. Verify practitioner and clinic details or read about Core Aesthetics before deciding where to book.

Looking at the face as a whole does not commit you to treating multiple areas. Explain your main concern and what you would prefer to leave unchanged.

Before discussing an option, note when the change began. Was the contour visible in older ordinary photographs, did it develop gradually, does its appearance vary between days or lighting, or is it recent? Bring dated photographs and the timing of relevant weight, dental, health or previous cosmetic changes if you have them. This timeline helps frame the assessment; it cannot diagnose a cause. A new, unexplained change may need medical or dental review first.

Facial structure, fullness, skin position and changes in weight can all affect the cheek and temple outline. An inward dip is different from skin that has become loose and sits lower; a shadow can also exaggerate a contour. Corey should explain which features appear relevant in your face and what remains uncertain. An older photograph may help describe a gradual change, but it cannot decide treatment suitability on its own.

A puffy lower eyelid can sit next to a hollow-looking upper cheek. That does not mean the whole area needs more fullness. If your main concern is beneath the eye, use the under-eye consultation guide.

If the change appears mainly when you look down or use a close phone camera, describe that context and whether you also notice it looking ahead or during ordinary conversation. One image cannot establish the cause or prove volume loss. An ordinary photograph is optional; you do not need a formal photo set to book.

Risks depend on the area, option, anatomy, health and previous care. They may include pain, bruising, swelling, infection, asymmetry, lumps, unwanted appearance, tissue injury, vascular complications, delayed problems and further care. Read Ahpra’s patient information about procedure risks.

The consultation should leave you clear about the recommendation, what it cannot achieve, alternatives and what happens afterwards. You can seek another opinion, take time to decide or choose no cosmetic treatment. Read the questions to ask before agreeing.

Skin care may help dryness or surface texture without changing deeper contour; a substantial lifting goal may need another specialist opinion. Ask what difference is realistic, what familiar features may change and what would remain unchanged. A promise to restore a previous face or to avoid all visible change would be misleading.

Bring dates, practitioner details and records where available, along with what has changed since. If details are incomplete, separate what the records confirm, what you are unsure about and what you noticed afterwards; appearance alone cannot establish what was done. Earlier care can affect what is sensible to discuss, whether more time or records are needed, or whether another health professional should review the concern.

New puffiness, a lump or unevenness after previous care needs review before further cosmetic treatment is considered. See questions about previous cosmetic care.

New one-sided changes, pain, rapidly evolving symptoms or dental and bite concerns need their appropriate medical or dental pathway. A cosmetic consultation does not diagnose a medical or dental condition.

If there is an active rash, broken skin, persistent redness or altered sensation in the area, seek appropriate skin or medical assessment before making a cosmetic treatment decision. Read what to notice about your skin before consultation.

If one side of the face suddenly droops or becomes weak, particularly with arm weakness or trouble speaking, call 000 immediately. Sudden vision change or loss needs immediate medical help, not a cosmetic appointment. See Healthdirect on stroke signs and Healthdirect on sudden vision loss.

New, painful, rapidly changing or unexplained facial swelling, or weight loss you did not intend, calls for an appropriate medical assessment first. A cosmetic consultation does not diagnose the cause of unexplained weight loss.

One initial general consultation is complimentary per person. Check the duration shown for the appointment you select when booking. If care is proposed, Corey explains the full cost and what it covers before you agree. Read the pricing process.

If treatment proceeds, a review is available two weeks later at no charge to attend. A fee applies if extra treatment is required and should be explained beforehand. Discuss aftercare, who to contact and possible further costs; do not wait for a routine review if a symptom needs prompt assessment.

Core Aesthetics is inside BeautyTHEQUE at 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh VIC 3166. The entrance is directly on Atherton Road with one step into the store. There is street parking out the front and a large car park across the road; check signs and availability.

Open the clinic in Google Maps. Check parking and access details before travelling, or call 0491 706 705 if the entrance step may affect your visit. Email support@coreaesthetics.com.au for non-urgent enquiries, not emergencies.

Check live appointment availability. Appointments are preferred; walk-in enquiries or a consultation may be possible when Corey is available.

Explore ageing and anatomy questions or read what to expect at your first consultation. If your concern follows previous care, use the previous-treatment assessment guide.

If weight loss is part of your concern, read how timing and health context affect an assessment.

You can book to ask questions. Booking does not commit you to treatment.

Select an available time, then choose the consultation type and describe your concern. Check the appointment details before confirming.

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General information only, not a diagnosis or personal recommendation. Read about informed decisions and patient safety.

By Core Aesthetics. Page updated 16 October 2026. Consulting practitioner: Corey Anderson RN.