At a cosmetic injectable consultation at Core Aesthetics, Corey Anderson will discuss your concerns and goals, review your medical history and assess your facial anatomy.
Knowing what happens at a cosmetic injectable consultation helps you feel prepared and make a considered decision. At Core Aesthetics, every consultation follows the same process: a thorough individual clinical assessment, honest recommendations and no pressure to proceed. This article walks through what to expect at each stage.
Before You Arrive
In the days before your consultation, make a note of any medications you are currently taking including supplements, any relevant medical history such as autoimmune conditions, skin conditions or previous allergic reactions, and any previous cosmetic treatments including what was done, when and by whom if known.
Arrive with a clean face and minimal makeup if possible. Corey needs to assess your skin texture, facial structure and natural expression clearly. Heavy makeup can obscure fine lines, skin quality and asymmetries that are relevant to the assessment.
At the Consultation
Your consultation at Core Aesthetics is with Corey Anderson, AHPRA registered nurse, directly. He will begin by asking about your concerns and what you are hoping to address. This is an open conversation, not a form filling exercise, and you are encouraged to describe your concerns in your own words rather than using clinical terminology.
Corey will then review your medical history, ask about any medications or supplements and assess any contraindications to treatment. He will examine your facial anatomy directly, assessing structure, volume distribution, skin quality, movement and asymmetry across the full face rather than looking only at the areas you have raised.
The recommendation he makes is based entirely on this clinical assessment. He will explain clearly what he observed, what treatment he recommends, why he recommends it and what the expected outcome is for your individual face. He will also tell you if he thinks treatment is not appropriate for your situation, or if a different area would produce a better result than the one you have asked about.
Questions and Informed Consent
The consultation includes time for questions. You should leave with a clear understanding of what treatment involves, what the realistic outcome is, what the common side effects are, what the rare but serious risks are and what to do if you have a concern after treatment.
No treatment at Core Aesthetics proceeds without your fully informed consent. This is both a legal and ethical requirement, and it is the standard to which every appointment at Core Aesthetics is held.
After the Consultation
You are not required to make a decision at the consultation. You are welcome to take time to consider the recommendation and book treatment when you are ready. If you decide to proceed with treatment on the same day, Corey will confirm your consent before beginning.
Read more about specific consultation types at Core Aesthetics including anti-wrinkle consultations and dermal filler consultations.
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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.
Before Your Consultation Prepare Yourself
– Come with minimal or no makeup (easier to assess skin)
– Allow 1-2 hours (consultation typically 30-45 minutes)
– Bring photo ID
– Wear comfortable clothing
– Avoid touching your face before arrival (cleanliness) Information to Gather
– Any history of cold sores, keloids, or excessive bruising
– List of current medications and supplements (some affect bleeding)
– Any previous cosmetic treatments and your experience
– Photos of yourself at different ages (shows ageing patterns)
– Photos of results you like (helps express goals) Questions to Have Ready
– What’s your experience with treatments like mine?
– Can you show me progress documentation examples of similar cases?
– What’s your recommendation for my specific concerns?
– What are realistic results and timeline?
– What’s the cost and maintenance schedule? During Your Consultation Initial Assessment
Your practitioner will:
– Ask detailed questions about your goals and concerns
– Listen to what bothers you most about your appearance
– Assess your facial anatomy and skin condition
– Photograph your current appearance (baseline)
– Discuss what’s realistic given your features Facial Analysis
The practitioner examines:
– **Symmetry:** How balanced your face is (affects treatment planning)
– **Facial proportions:** Features like jaw width, cheekbone height
– **Skin quality:** Texture, elasticity, sun damage
– **Dynamic vs static lines:** Which lines move (muscle related) vs stay visible at rest
– **Volume areas:** Where you’ve lost volume
– **Individual features:** Lip fullness, jawline definition, cheekbone height Discussion of Options
You’ll discuss:
– Which treatment(s) address your concerns best
– What realistic results look like for you
– Timeline (onset, peak results, duration)
– Maintenance schedule and cost
– progress documentation examples
– Alternative approaches
– Risks and complications Visual Planning
Many practitioners use:
– Morphing software showing potential results
– Comparison photos of similar cases
– Hand gestures showing area placement
– Mirrors for you to identify specific concerns This helps ensure you’re both envisioning the same result. Cost and Schedule Discussion
You’ll learn:
– Exact treatment cost
– Package options (if available)
– Payment methods
– Cancellation policy
– Scheduling the actual appointment
– What to do progress documentation treatment Red Flags: Questions to Ask About the Practitioner
– [ ] What’s your training and credentials?
– [ ] How many treatments have you performed?
– [ ] Are you qualified to handle complications?
– [ ] Do you use sterile, single use needles?
– [ ] What’s your complication rate?
– [ ] Can I see many progress documentation examples? About Your Safety
– [ ] What’s your aftercare protocol?
– [ ] How do I reach you if concerns arise?
– [ ] What’s your policy if I’m unhappy with results?
– [ ] What complications can occur and how do you manage them?
– [ ] Do you carry insurance?
– [ ] Are products TGA approved? About Realistic Expectations
– [ ] Is this practitioner honest about limitations?
– [ ] Do results match the before/afters they show?
– [ ] Do they understand my specific goals?
– [ ] Are they over promising dramatic results? Questions the Practitioner Should Ask You Good practitioners will ask:
– “What bothers you most about your appearance?”
– “What are your goals from treatment?”
– “What does ‘natural’ look like to you?”
– “Have you had cosmetic treatments before?”
– “Any medical history I should know about?”
– “Any allergies or reactions to products?”
– “What’s your budget?”
– “How much downtime can you handle?” If a practitioner doesn’t ask these, be cautious. Understanding Your Proposed Treatment Plan Your plan should include:
– **Which areas** to treat
– **Which products** to use
– **How much** of each product
– **Realistic results** and timeline
– **Maintenance schedule** going forward
– **Total cost** breakdown
– **When** to schedule treatment Don’t leave confused. Ask questions until you understand completely. Deciding: Ready to Proceed or Need More Time? Good signs (proceed):
– You feel heard and understood
– Results expectations match what you want
– Practitioner is qualified and experienced
– You trust their recommendation
– You feel comfortable with them
– Cost is within your budget Red flags (think more):
– Feeling pressured to decide immediately
– Practitioner dismisses your concerns
– Results seem unrealistic
– Cost seems unusually low
– You don’t feel comfortable with the person
– You’re not sure what you’re getting After Consultation: Next Steps **If proceeding:**
1. Schedule your treatment appointment
2. Follow all pretreatment instructions
3. Arrange time off for recovery if needed
4. Plan for post treatment aftercare **If wanting more time:**
– Get recommendations for other practitioners
– Schedule consultations elsewhere
– Sleep on the decision
– Review progress documentation photos provided
– Come back when confident This is your decision. There’s no rush. Good practitioners will still be available in a week or month.
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. Cosmetic injectable 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 What to Expect at a Cosmetic Injectables Consultation. It is intended for adults aged 18 and over who are considering cosmetic injectable 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.
Clinical accountability and consultation framework
The consultation framework in “What to Expect at a Cosmetic Injectables Consultation” is the same one Corey Anderson, AHPRA registered nurse (NMW0001047575), uses with every new patient at Core Aesthetics. The September 2025 AHPRA cosmetic procedures guidelines require a separate consultation appointment before any cosmetic injectable treatment for new clients. That requirement isn’t a paperwork formality, it changes what the consultation is for. It becomes the appointment where assessment, planning, and informed consent happen properly, separate from any treatment pressure. Results vary between individuals, but consultation quality is the single largest variable Core Aesthetics can control. The pages on this site try to describe what a consultation should actually feel like.
Specific to what to expect at cosmetic injectables consultation: a Core Aesthetics consultation is a paid clinical appointment, not a sales conversation. The consultation fee covers the practitioner’s time and the medical assessment; it does not commit the patient to any treatment, and there is no pressure to book one on the day. Some consultations end with a recommendation to defer treatment, to start with a different intervention, or to do nothing at all, that is a normal outcome, not a failed consultation. The consultation guide Melbourne page covers what happens on the day in more detail.
Patients reading this page who want to verify Corey Anderson’s AHPRA registration can do so directly on the AHPRA public register at ahpra.gov.au using registration number NMW0001047575. The Core Aesthetics clinic operates from 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh VIC 3166, Tuesday to Saturday, by consultation appointment. All new patient treatment at Core Aesthetics follows a structured clinical consultation, consistent with the September 2025 AHPRA cosmetic procedures guidelines. Treatment may be scheduled for the same day as consultation or at a subsequent appointment, depending on clinical assessment and individual circumstances. Patients with questions about the content on this page can raise them at consultation; the practitioner is happy to walk through any clinical reasoning that the written content does not fully capture. Results vary between individuals, and the consultation is the appropriate place to discuss what those individual variations mean for a specific person’s treatment plan.
Is this for you?
Consider booking a consultation if
- You are 18 or older and in good general health
- You are researching cosmetic injectable treatments and want a clinical assessment of your options
- You prefer a one practitioner, consultation based environment
- You understand that treatment decisions are made individually, not based on a standard menu
This may not be for you if
- You are pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding
- You have an active skin infection or unhealed wound 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 happens in the first five minutes of an injectables consultation?
Welcome, brief overview of how the consultation will run, completion of any health history paperwork if not done in advance, and the start of the conversation about what brought the client to the appointment.
What questions will Corey ask during the consultation?
Medical history, current medications, allergies, prior cosmetic treatment if any, the specific concern that prompted the visit, the client’s goals and timeline, and any questions about the procedure or process.
Will I be examined physically during the consultation?
Yes, the consultation includes individual facial assessment of the relevant area. This involves visual inspection in different positions and lighting, and sometimes gentle palpation of the area. The examination is brief and clinical.
How does the conversation end?
With a clear recommendation: treatment of a specific area at a specific approach, deferring treatment, pursuing a different intervention, or no treatment. The recommendation is explained in detail and the client has time to ask follow up questions.
Will I leave with a written summary of the recommendation?
A verbal summary is always provided. Written notes can be requested if helpful. The recommendation is also recorded in the clinical record and referenced at any subsequent appointment.
How soon after the consultation is the treatment appointment booked?
If treatment is recommended and the client decides to proceed, the booking is typically made for one to four weeks after the consultation. There is no urgency; the timing accommodates the client’s reflection time and schedule. Results vary between individuals.
Who conducts consultations at Core Aesthetics?
All consultations at Core Aesthetics are conducted by Corey Anderson, an AHPRA registered nurse (NMW0001047575) operating under nurse prescribing scope of practice. The consultation is a paid clinical appointment that includes facial assessment, treatment planning, informed consent, and a written record of recommendations. The September 2025 AHPRA cosmetic procedures guidelines require a separate consultation before any cosmetic injectable treatment for new patients; Core Aesthetics observes that requirement strictly.
Do I need to bring anything to the consultation?
A list of current medications and supplements is helpful, as is a record of any prior cosmetic treatments (practitioner, date, treatment type). Photographs of how the area looked at different points in the patient’s life can also be useful for understanding what has changed and what the patient is responding to. The clinic will take its own clinical photographs at the consultation as part of the assessment record.