CONSULTATION
Discuss your concerns and what matters to you
Facial Aesthetics • Balwyn North
Dermal Volume & Contour
Facial balance starts with understanding structure.
Changes in facial volume, structure and soft tissue can alter the way facial contours appear over time. Your consultation considers your facial proportions, areas of volume change, natural anatomy and the concerns that are important to you.
Suitability and treatment options are determined following individual clinical assessment.
YOUR FACIAL ASSESSMENT
Considering dermal volume treatment? We assess your face as a whole.
We look at your facial proportions, skin, existing volume and the changes you would like to discuss. Any recommendation follows an individual consultation and assessment.
Facial proportions
How your features relate to one another
Volume changes
Areas of fullness, contour and asymmetry
Skin & tissue
Skin quality and the underlying support
Previous treatment
What has been done, where and when
Your goals
The changes you hope to see and your preferences
Suitability & risks
Health history, options and possible complications
More volume is not always the answer. Your practitioner will discuss whether treatment is appropriate, what it may involve, its limitations, alternatives and risks before you decide.
DERMAL VOLUME, AT A GLANCE
Dermal volume treatment.
An individual approach begins with an assessment of your facial proportions, skin, medical history and goals.
MEDICAL HISTORY
Health, medicines and previous treatments reviewed
FACIAL ASSESSMENT
Proportions, existing volume and skin assessed
INDIVIDUAL PLAN
Options considered for your features and goals
INFORMED CONSENT
Outcomes, limitations, risks and alternatives discussed
THE TREATMENT
Only undertaken if suitable and agreed with you
AFTERCARE
Recovery, possible effects and care explained
REVIEW
Assess your response once the area has settled
This is a general guide. Treatment is not suitable for everyone, and individual responses vary. Your practitioner will explain the proposed approach, alternatives and risks before you decide whether to proceed.
DERMAL VOLUME AT A GLANCE
Facial volume is about more than one area.
The cheeks, lips, chin and surrounding features work together. We assess your face as a whole, listen to what you have noticed and discuss whether treatment is appropriate for you.
Proportions
How your facial features relate to one another.
Existing volume
Natural fullness, contour and asymmetry.
Skin & tissue
The condition of the skin and underlying support.
Your history
Previous treatment, health and personal goals.
WHAT YOU NOTICE
A specific area
You may be concerned about your lips, cheeks or chin.
WHAT WE ASSESS
Your face as a whole
We consider balance, suitability and the available options.
Facial differences do not automatically need treatment. A consultation gives you space to discuss your concerns, the possible benefits, limitations, alternatives and risks before making a decision.
FACIAL ASSESSMENT
What would you like to discuss?
You may notice one feature, while an assessment considers how several features relate. These are common areas people ask us about.
Cheeks
You may notice differences in cheek shape or prominence.
We assess: Cheek shape, facial width, surrounding contours and natural asymmetry.
Under-eye area
Hollowing, shadows or the transition between the lower eyelid and cheek may concern you.
We assess: Eyelid anatomy, cheek support, skin and how light falls across the area.
Temples
The contour between the forehead, temple and cheek may appear different over time.
We assess: Face shape, forehead width, cheek projection and side contours.
Jawline & jowls
You may notice a change in the outline or definition of your lower face.
We assess: Jaw shape, chin position, soft tissue, neck and asymmetry.
Chin
Chin shape or prominence may look different from the front and side.
We assess: Chin width and projection in relation to your lips, nose, teeth and jaws.
Facial profile
Sometimes your concern is the overall balance of your profile.
We assess: How the forehead, nose, lips, chin and jaw relate to one another.
Lips
You may want to discuss lip shape, visible height, symmetry or profile.
We assess: Lip anatomy, movement, teeth, dental support and facial proportions.
Around the mouth
Lines, folds or changes between the cheeks, lips and lower face may stand out to you.
We assess: Skin, lip movement, dental support and neighbouring contours.
Facial asymmetry
One side of the face may look different from the other.
We assess: Natural differences, facial and dental structure, and movement.
Understanding does not mean changing
A consultation can help explain what you are seeing. Together we will discuss targetted strategies for treatment.
ANATOMICAL ASSESSMENT
Sometimes it helps to see beneath the surface.
In selected circumstances, facial ultrasound can provide additional information about structures beneath the skin.
WHEN IT MAY HELP
Another view of your individual anatomy.
Assessment begins with examination and an understanding of facial anatomy. When relevant, ultrasound may help your practitioner examine selected soft tissues and other structures in real time.
Location
Explore where a visible structure sits beneath the skin.
Individual anatomy
Gain information specific to the area being assessed.
Clinical context
Use imaging when it may help answer a particular question.
Ultrasound is an additional assessment tool. It is not needed at every appointment and does not replace clinical judgement, anatomical knowledge or a discussion of risks.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Dermal volume FAQ.
What happens at a dermal volume consultation?
We discuss your concerns and goals, review your medical history and previous treatments, and assess your facial anatomy, skin and proportions. Your practitioner will explain which options, if any, may be suitable. You do not have to proceed with treatment.
What areas can be treated?
Depending on your assessment, areas that may be considered include the lips, chin, cheeks, jawline, cheekbones, tear troughs, temples, nasolabial folds, marionette lines and lines around the lips sometimes called smoker’s lines.
Some of these areas carry greater risks or may be better addressed with a different approach. Listing an area here does not mean treatment will be recommended for it.
Do I need treatment in every area that concerns me?
No. We assess how your features relate to one another and discuss what is contributing to the change you have noticed. Your practitioner may suggest a different area, another option or no treatment.
Is dermal volume treatment suitable for everyone?
No. Suitability depends on your anatomy, health history, previous treatment and goals. Some areas or approaches may not be appropriate for you after assessment.
Will the result look natural?
Tell us what changes you would feel comfortable with. We will discuss what may be realistic for your facial features and the limitations of any proposed treatment. Results vary, and no particular appearance can be guaranteed.
When can I assess the result, and how long might it last?
This depends on the treatment selected and your individual response. Early swelling can affect how an area looks. Your practitioner will explain the expected timeline, when to review the result and whether maintenance may be needed.
What are the possible risks?
Swelling, bruising, tenderness, asymmetry or an unwanted result can occur. Less common but serious complications can include infection, a blocked blood vessel, skin injury or changes to vision. Risks differ by area and procedure, and your practitioner will explain those relevant to your plan before you decide.
Why are specific treatment details discussed at consultation?
The most appropriate option cannot be determined from a webpage. Your practitioner needs to assess your anatomy and health, then explain the proposed treatment, alternatives, costs and risks. Australian rules also limit how prescription-only cosmetic treatments may be promoted publicly.
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