Wrinkle reduction consultation

A consultation with a registered nurse about options for the appearance of facial lines, at our Mermaid Waters clinic.

What the consultation covers

An assessment of your facial anatomy and movement patterns, and your medical history.
What options exist, what each involves, and what each cannot achieve.
Risks, side effects and realistic recovery information, in writing.
Whether a procedure is appropriate for you — sometimes it is not.
A written treatment plan including costs, before anything is booked.

Some options involve prescription medicines. Whether a prescription medicine is suitable
for you can only be determined at a consultation, after the risks, contraindications and
alternatives have been discussed. For that reason we do not describe or price those
medicines on this website.

Areas commonly discussed

Forehead lines
Lines at the outer corners of the eyes
Lines between the eyebrows
The upper lip and perioral area
Dimpling and creasing of the chin
Jaw and masseter region

Who this consultation is for

People aged 18 and over who want to discuss the appearance of facial lines. Attending a consultation does not
mean a procedure will be recommended. Facial lines are a normal part of ageing and are not a condition. Some people are not suitable candidates, and some are better served by other approaches, which we will discuss with you.

Risks, recovery and what to expect

This is a considered decision

Cosmetic injection procedures are invasive and carry risk. They are not suitable for everyone, and suitability is assessed at consultation.

Common effects

Small, localised swelling or bumps at injection sites, usually settling within the first few hours after treatment
Bruising
Tenderness

Less common and serious risks

Infection
Asymmetry or an unintended effect on nearby muscles
Headache
Allergic reaction

Recovery

Most people return to normal activity the same day, with a few exceptions for the first several hours: avoid strenuous exercise, avoid rubbing the treated area, and limit alcohol.

Pain

Injections are brief. Pain thresholds differ; ice packs and numbing cream are available. Some people find injections uncomfortable.

Outcomes and how long they last

Where a procedure is undertaken, any effect is temporary and reduces over time. Individual responses vary. Repeat procedures are required to sustain an effect, and the interval differs between people.

Individual responses and results vary. The outcome experienced by one
person does not necessarily reflect what another person will experience. Some people see
little or no change. We cannot and do not guarantee an outcome.

Who performs this procedure

Rachael Sieber (NMW0001061319) — Registered nurse (Division 1) and registered midwife, general registration
Kim Trotman (NMW0002025809) — Registered nurse (Division 1), general registration
Ruby McKean (NMW0002200108) — Registered nurse (Division 1), general registration

You can check any practitioner’s registration on the
Ahpra Register of practitioners.

Book a consultation

Every procedure begins with a consultation at our Mermaid Waters clinic, where we
assess whether it is appropriate for you, explain the risks and recovery, and give
you a written treatment plan including costs. Attending a consultation does not mean
a procedure will be recommended — sometimes we advise against one, and cosmetic
procedures are not the only way to address concerns about appearance.

Contact the clinic · 07 5616 8481

If something is wrong after your appointment

Call the clinic on 07 5616 8481 during opening hours.
If you have severe or increasing pain, skin that is turning white, grey or dusky,
any change in vision, or spreading redness or swelling after a cosmetic injection or
thread procedure, this may be a serious complication. Contact us immediately, and
if you cannot reach us go to your nearest emergency department or call 000.