Volume
Management

Clinical Assessment and Personalised Pathways

At Bond St, we view the ageing process as a natural progression. Our approach focuses on supporting your existing features through evidence-informed aesthetic medicine and skin health strategies.

Every journey begins with a mandatory clinical consultation. This assessment explores a range of non-surgical options for addressing age-related changes, such as changes in skin elasticity and facial volume. Our objective is to develop a personalised treatment pathway that addresses your clinical concerns and aligns with your aesthetic goals.

During this in-depth assessment, a Registered Nurse, will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your facial anatomy and skin integrity. This holistic, medically guided approach ensures your plan can evolve as your needs change over time.

Important Information: A consultation is required to determine suitability for any aesthetic procedure. All medical procedures carry risks. Outcomes vary between individuals based on skin type and age.

To support the best clinical outcome and a stable recovery, we provide comprehensive guidance during your initial assessment. Please review the following preparatory steps to ensure your skin is in an optimal state for treatment.

Before treatment, patients must disclose all medical conditions, allergies, previous volume management or injectable treatments, autoimmune conditions, pregnancy or breastfeeding status, medications, supplements, and any history of cold sores.

In the lead-up to your treatment, we request that you adhere to the following guidance:

  • Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before treatment where possible.

  • Be aware that blood-thinning medications or supplements may increase bruising risk; however, prescribed medication should not be stopped unless advised by the prescribing doctor.

To ensure the safety and efficacy of your procedure, please adhere to the following instructions:

  • Arrive with clean, bare skin: no makeup, moisturiser, sunscreen, or skincare products.

  • Notify your practitioner of any recent illness, changes in medications, or new skin concerns.

  • Disclose any history of cold sores (HSV-1), especially if treatment is around the mouth, as prophylactic antivirals may be needed prior to proceeding.

Treatment will be postponed and is generally not suitable for individuals with:

  • Active acne, open wounds, eczema, dermatitis, sunburn, psoriasis, or skin infections in the treatment area.

  • Certain complex or active medical conditions that compromise healing.

  • Immediate Care: After treatment, avoid touching, rubbing, massaging, or applying pressure to the treated area unless specifically instructed.

  • First 24 to 48 Hours: Avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol, saunas, steam rooms, excessive heat, and facial treatments. Swelling and bruising may occur and can take several days to settle.

  • 1 to 2 Weeks Post-Treatment: Avoid dental treatment, facial massage, skin needling, laser, or other aesthetic treatments near the treated area for at least 1 to 2 weeks unless advised.

  • Red Flag Symptoms: Patients must seek urgent medical attention if they experience increasing pain, skin blanching, mottled or dusky skin colour, visual changes, severe headache, or signs of infection.

All cosmetic procedures carry inherent clinical risks. Volume management treatment may involve risks and side effects, including but not limited to:

  • Redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising, bleeding, or discomfort

  • Lumpiness, firmness, irregularity, or uneven texture

  • Temporary or prolonged swelling

  • Asymmetry or unsatisfactory cosmetic outcome

  • Product migration

  • Infection

  • Cold sore reactivation

  • Allergic reaction or sensitivity

  • Inflammatory nodules or delayed swelling

  • Granuloma formation

  • Scarring

  • Skin discolouration

  • Need for dissolving, correction, or further treatment

  • Vascular occlusion, where blood flow is blocked

  • Skin tissue damage, ulceration, or necrosis

  • Visual disturbance or blindness, which is rare but serious

  • Stroke-like symptoms or other serious vascular complications, which are rare

  • Psychological distress if the result does not meet expectations

Volume management treatments are not permanent and individual results vary based on anatomy and metabolic response. No outcome or specific aesthetic result can be guaranteed.

Consultation

As we age, the skin undergoes natural changes, including a reduction in collagen, elastin, and subcutaneous fat. These factors contribute to a loss of volume and a change in the skin’s structural integrity.

The treatment journey begins with a mandatory, detailed consultation with our Registered Nurse. During this visit, our Registered Nurse will conduct a comprehensive clinical assessment of your facial anatomy and skin health. This allows for the development of an evidence-informed, personalised plan to address structural concerns and volume-related changes.

All potential risks, clinical outcomes, and costs are thoroughly discussed. To ensure informed consent, a mandatory period of reflection is required before proceeding with any treatment.

Preparation

Preparing for Your Consultation

To support a stable clinical environment for your procedure, our team provides comprehensive guidance during your initial assessment. We will discuss various factors that may influence your treatment and recovery, ensuring you are fully informed and prepared.

Individualised Preparation

Prior to your appointment, our Registered Nurse, will provide you with a detailed pre-treatment guide. This includes professional advice on how to prepare your skin and what to avoid in the days leading up to your session. Following these clinical instructions is an essential part of your personalised care plan and supports the best possible aesthetic outcome.

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Aftercare

Proper aftercare is essential for your recovery. Following your procedure, our Registered Nurse, will provide a comprehensive, personalised aftercare plan. Adhering to these clinical recommendations is necessary to support the healing process and your overall clinical outcome.

Regular follow-up appointments are scheduled to evaluate your progress and discuss long-term skin health maintenance.

FAQs

Aesthetic treatments are designed to address the natural changes in skin elasticity and facial volume that occur over time. These clinical procedures focus on supporting the underlying facial anatomy to maintain a refreshed and balanced appearance.

During a comprehensive consultation, our Registered Nurse, will evaluate your facial structure and skin integrity. This assessment allows for the development of a personalised plan that focuses on your specific areas of concern, ensuring that any intervention supports your natural contours and clinical goals.

The Clinical Consultation

During your assessment, our Registered Nurse, will discuss your aesthetic requirements, evaluate your facial anatomy, and recommend an appropriate approach for addressing volume-related changes. Treatments are designed to support your natural facial contours and clinical goals.

Recovery and Results

Following the procedure, temporary localised swelling or bruising may occur at the treatment sites. These are standard clinical responses and generally resolve as the skin heals. Clinical results vary between individuals depending on facial structure, skin integrity, and lifestyle factors, with the objective of providing a refreshed and balanced appearance.

During your consultation, our Registered Nurse, will provide a detailed explanation of the potential risks and side effects associated with your specific treatment plan.

All medical procedures carry inherent risks. While complications are uncommon, potential side effects can include temporary localized responses, as well as rarer complications such as infection or an adverse reaction. A thorough medical history and clinical assessment are mandatory prior to treatment to identify any contraindications.

Choosing to have your procedure performed by a registered health practitioner in a clinical environment like Bond St ensures that your care is medically guided and that any post-treatment requirements are managed professionally.

Preparing for Your Clinical Procedure

To support a stable clinical environment for your treatment, our team provides comprehensive guidance during your initial assessment. There are various dietary supplements and common over-the-counter medications that may influence your recovery and the appearance of localized bruising.

Personalised Clinical Guidance

Prior to your appointment, our Registered Nurse, will provide you with a detailed pre-treatment guide. This includes professional advice on which substances to avoid in the lead-up to your session. Following these tailored instructions is an essential part of your care plan and helps support a professional clinical outcome.

Aesthetic rejuvenation treatments are medical procedures that require a comprehensive assessment of your health history. It is important to note that these treatments are not suitable for individuals who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

During your mandatory consultation, our Registered Nurse, will review your medical history and discuss any contraindications to ensure that any proposed treatment pathway is clinically appropriate and safe for your specific circumstances.

Aesthetic treatments are an increasingly common option for men seeking to address natural changes in skin elasticity and facial structure. These clinical procedures focus on supporting the underlying facial anatomy to maintain a refreshed and balanced appearance while respecting the unique characteristics of the male face.

During a comprehensive consultation, our Registered Nurse, will evaluate your facial anatomy and skin integrity. This assessment allows for the development of a personalised plan that focuses on your specific areas of concern, ensuring that any intervention supports your natural contours and clinical goals.

Dr Brent Dickman (DEN0001027449) Registered Dentist, General Registration | Dr Ned Rohrt (DEN0002324852) Registered Dentist, General Registration

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We invite you to schedule your consultation at our South Yarra clinic to begin the assessment process.

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  • Tuesday: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm

  • Wednesday: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm

  • Thursday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

  • Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

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