Over time, it’s natural for the face to undergo structural changes. These may include a gradual reduction in volume and definition, often due to a decrease in collagen and elastin—proteins that help support skin firmness and elasticity. The skin can appear thinner, and shifts in fat distribution may lead to hollowing in certain areas or fullness in others, contributing to a less defined facial appearance.
Beneath the skin, subtle changes to bone structure can influence overall facial support, sometimes affecting contour and balance. These transformations are part of the normal ageing process and can vary from person to person.
At SM Aesthetic Lab, we take a personalised approach to helping you explore options that align with your aesthetic goals. If you're interested in addressing concerns such as reduced facial volume or changing contours, our team can guide you through available services and treatment planning during your consultation.
Why Facial Volume Changes Over Time
Changes in facial volume are a natural part of the ageing process. As we age, collagen and elastin levels gradually decline, reducing the skin’s firmness and structural support. This can contribute to areas of the face appearing softer or less defined over time.
Beneath the skin, fat compartments that help create youthful contours may also shift or reduce. These structural changes can influence the midface, temples, jawline and lower face. In addition, gradual changes in bone support and the effects of gravity contribute to the way facial proportions evolve.
The degree and pattern of volume change varies significantly between individuals and is influenced by genetics, lifestyle and overall skin quality.
Our Approach at SM Aesthetic Lab
At SM Aesthetic Lab, we provide comprehensive consultations as part of your treatment appointment to ensure any approach is appropriate for your individual facial anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Every face is structurally unique. The way volume presents — and the way it should be supported — differs from person to person. Careful assessment of facial proportions, skin quality, symmetry and movement is essential in designing a treatment plan that maintains balance and harmony.
Attention to detail is central to our philosophy. Our team of Cosmetic Doctors and Registered Nurses work closely with you at every step, prioritising subtle refinement and considered planning. Treatment decisions are guided by facial structure, not trends, with a focus on natural-looking outcomes.
What Treatment Planning May Support
Where clinically suitable, volume-focused treatments may assist in:
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Supporting areas that appear flatter or less defined
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Maintaining balanced facial proportions
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Enhancing structural harmony
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Contributing to a refreshed and well-rested appearance
Results vary between individuals and depend on anatomy, tissue quality and personalised treatment planning.
If you are noticing changes in facial volume and would like professional guidance, we welcome you to book an appointment with our team in Crows Nest. Following a detailed assessment, we can discuss suitable options aligned with your features and long-term aesthetic goals.
We offer comprehensive consultations and facial assessments with our experienced Cosmetic Registered Nurses and Doctors. During your consultation, we’ll evaluate your unique facial structure and recommend the most effective treatments and products to help you achieve your aesthetic goals. You’ll receive a personalised treatment plan and detailed pricing tailored to your needs.
Start your journey to smoother and more radiant skin by booking a consultation with our team at SM Aesthetic Lab.
*Due to TGA guidelines, we are unable to discuss specific treatments or details publicly. For more information, please reach out to us directly.
Comprehensive Cosmetic Consultations
At SM Aesthetic Lab, we offer in-depth cosmetic consultations with our cosmetic nurses and doctors, ensuring a personalised approach to achieving your aesthetic goals. During your consultation, our team will provide a comprehensive facial assessment, considering your individual concerns, facial structure, and desired outcomes. Whether you are looking for subtle enhancements, skin rejuvenation, or volumising treatments, we create tailored treatment plans designed to meet your needs.
All cosmetic treatments require a consultation to assess suitability, discuss expectations, and determine the best approach for each client. As everyone's anatomy and skin health differ, results may vary. Our focus is on safe, natural, and effective treatments that enhance your beauty while maintaining balance and harmony.
Our doctors and nurses provide a wide range of cosmetic treatments, including dermal fillers, wrinkle treatments, PDO Mono Threads, and APTOS Threads. Dr Foley, Dr Webb, Nurse Avril, and Nurse Rachel are available upon request.
Meet Our Cosmetic Team
Nurse Maddy – Founder & Cosmetic Nurse
Maddy, the owner and founder of SM Aesthetic Lab, has over 15 years of experience in the beauty and cosmetic medical field. As a registered cosmetic nurse and clinical trainer for both Teoxane and the Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science (AACDS), she brings extensive knowledge to cosmetic treatments and advanced techniques.
Maddy performs all cosmetic treatments and provides customised treatment plans tailored to each individual. With a comprehensive approach to aesthetics, she ensures that every client receives personalised advice and guidance to achieve natural, balanced results. Maddy is dedicated to helping clients enhance their features while maintaining harmony and symmetry, aligning treatments with their unique goals.
Nurse Sarah – Registered Nurse | Dermal Therapist
Sarah is a qualified Registered Nurse and Dermal Therapist who brings a unique combination of medical and beauty knowledge to SM Aesthetic Lab. Holding a Diploma in Beauty Therapy (2018) and a Bachelor of Nursing (2024), she offers a comprehensive and well-rounded approach to cosmetic treatments and skin health.
Sarah has completed her foundational training in cosmetic injectables through Fresh Clinics, including Introduction to Anti-Wrinkle and Dermal Fillers. She also holds certifications in Vascular Compromise Management and Emergency Response in Aesthetic Practice, ensuring client safety and best-practice care at every stage of treatment.
Passionate about helping clients feel confident and empowered, Sarah focuses on tailoring every treatment to suit the individual’s skin type, aesthetic goals, and lifestyle. Her dual background allows her to approach each consultation with both a clinical and holistic mindset, promoting natural results and long-term skin health.
Nurse Jen – Registered Nurse | Laser Technician
Nurse Jen is dedicated to enhancing natural features, anti-aging, and providing personalised care with ongoing support. With a Diploma of Nursing (2020), a Bachelor of Nursing (2022), and she performs volumizing treatments, wrinkle treatments, skin rejuvenation procedures, and facial balancing techniques.
Having honed her skills and techniques under Nurse Maddy and through advanced training with Teoxane, Hygel, and more, Jen takes a holistic approach to facial assessments, carefully considering proportions, symmetry, and individual facial structure to achieve natural, balanced results. She tailors every treatment plan to ensure subtle enhancements that maintain skin integrity while supporting long-term rejuvenation.
Nurse Seph – Registered Nurse | Dermal Therapist
Nurse Seph began her journey in aesthetics at SM Aesthetic Lab as the clinic’s first employee, where she developed a strong passion for client care and the science behind skin health. This inspired her to complete her Bachelor of Nursing, graduating in 2023, followed by further training in cosmetic nursing and dermal therapies at AACDS before returning to the clinic to continue building her clinical experience.
Seph is deeply committed to ensuring every patient feels safe, comfortable, and well-informed, with a focus on natural, refreshed results. She is passionate about skin health, ongoing education, and supporting her patients with genuine care and honest advice. Outside the clinic, Seph is a mum to a beautiful baby boy, an avid reader, and a true crime podcast listener.
Dr Thomas Webb – Cosmetic Doctor
Dr Thomas Webb brings surgical expertise to SM Aesthetic Lab, holding a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery (2016). With five years as a surgical trainee in Sydney, he has developed an in-depth understanding of facial anatomy and symmetry.
Dr Webb specialises in volumising treatments, wrinkle relaxers, and APTOS Threads, offering precise and natural enhancements. Having worked alongside Nurse Maddy since SM Aesthetic Lab was founded in 2020, he focuses on subtle, refined results tailored to each patient’s unique facial structure.
Dr Nico Foley – Cosmetic Doctor
Dr Nico Foley is a Cosmetic Doctor with over ten years of experience in the field. With a background in Emergency Medicine and surgical sub-specialties, she has a keen interest in aesthetic medicine and women’s health.
Dr Foley shares the same treatment expertise as Dr Webb, including volumising treatments, wrinkle relaxers, and APTOS Threads. She is also a Medical Advisory Board Member for Laser Clinics Australia, focusing on patient safety and treatment outcomes.
Nurse Avril – Registered Nurse
Avril completed her Bachelor of Nursing in 1998 and earned a Master’s in Health, Safety, and Environment in 2014. With a diverse background in surgical nursing, mental health, and remote area nursing, she brings a well-rounded approach to aesthetic treatments.
Since transitioning into the cosmetic field, Avril has worked for a leading cosmetic company, training nurses and doctors in advanced skin treatments. She focuses on volumising treatments, wrinkle treatments, skin balancing, and facial rejuvenation, tailoring each treatment plan to achieve harmonious and natural results for her clients.
Comprehensive Cosmetic Consultations
At SM Aesthetic Lab, we offer in-depth cosmetic consultations with our cosmetic nurses and doctors, ensuring a personalised approach to achieving your aesthetic goals. During your consultation, our team will provide a comprehensive facial assessment, considering your individual concerns, facial structure, and desired outcomes. Whether you are looking for subtle enhancements, skin rejuvenation, or volumising treatments, we create tailored treatment plans designed to meet your needs.
All cosmetic treatments require a consultation to assess suitability, discuss expectations, and determine the best approach for each client. As everyone's anatomy and skin health differ, results may vary. Our focus is on safe, natural, and effective treatments that enhance your beauty while maintaining balance and harmony.
Our doctors and nurses provide a wide range of cosmetic treatments, including dermal fillers, wrinkle treatments, PDO Mono Threads, and APTOS Threads. Dr Foley, Dr Webb, Nurse Avril, and Nurse Rachel are available upon request.
Meet Our Cosmetic Team
Nurse Maddy – Founder & Cosmetic Nurse
Maddy, the owner and founder of SM Aesthetic Lab, has over 15 years of experience in the beauty and cosmetic medical field. As a registered cosmetic nurse and clinical trainer for both Teoxane and the Australasian Academy of Cosmetic Dermal Science (AACDS), she brings extensive knowledge to cosmetic treatments and advanced techniques.
Maddy performs all cosmetic treatments and provides customised treatment plans tailored to each individual. With a comprehensive approach to aesthetics, she ensures that every client receives personalised advice and guidance to achieve natural, balanced results. Maddy is dedicated to helping clients enhance their features while maintaining harmony and symmetry, aligning treatments with their unique goals.
Nurse Sarah – Registered Nurse | Dermal Therapist
Sarah holds a Diploma in Beauty (2018) and a Bachelor of Nursing (2024), allowing her to blend skincare expertise with advanced cosmetic treatments. She focuses on creating personalised treatment plans that align with her clients' goals while supporting overall skin health and rejuvenation.
Sarah’s comprehensive facial assessments focus on achieving facial harmony and balanced aesthetics. She offers volumising treatments, wrinkle treatments, and tailored skin rejuvenation procedures, ensuring that each treatment enhances natural beauty while preserving a refreshed and well-proportioned look.
Nurse Jen – Registered Nurse | Laser Technician
Nurse Jen holds a Diploma of Nursing (2020), a Bachelor of Nursing (2022), and a Laseraid Training Certificate (2023). She provides a range of cosmetic and skin treatments, including volumising treatments, wrinkle treatments, skin rejuvenation procedures, and facial balancing techniques.
Jen takes a holistic approach to facial assessments, carefully considering proportions, symmetry, and individual facial structure to achieve a natural and harmonious aesthetic. She tailors treatment plans to each client, ensuring results that enhance their unique features while maintaining skin integrity and balance.
Nurse Seph - Cosmetic Nurse | Dermal Therapist
Nurse Seph began her journey in aesthetics at SM Aesthetic Lab as the clinic’s first employee, where she developed a strong passion for client care and the science behind skin health. This inspired her to complete her Bachelor of Nursing, graduating in 2023, followed by further training in cosmetic nursing and dermal therapies at AACDS before returning to the clinic to continue building her clinical experience.
Seph is deeply committed to ensuring every patient feels safe, comfortable, and well-informed, with a focus on natural, refreshed results. She is passionate about skin health, ongoing education, and supporting her patients with genuine care and honest advice. Outside the clinic, Seph is a mum to a beautiful baby boy, an avid reader, and a true crime podcast listener.
Dr Thomas Webb – Cosmetic Doctor
Dr Thomas Webb brings surgical expertise to SM Aesthetic Lab, holding a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery (2016). With five years as a surgical trainee in Sydney, he has developed an in-depth understanding of facial anatomy and symmetry.
Dr Webb specialises in volumising treatments, wrinkle relaxers, and APTOS Threads, offering precise and natural enhancements. Having worked alongside Nurse Maddy since SM Aesthetic Lab was founded in 2020, he focuses on subtle, refined results tailored to each patient’s unique facial structure.
Dr Nico Foley – Cosmetic Doctor
Dr Nico Foley is a Cosmetic Doctor with over ten years of experience in the field. With a background in Emergency Medicine and surgical sub-specialties, she has a keen interest in aesthetic medicine and women’s health.
Dr Foley shares the same treatment expertise as Dr Webb, including volumising treatments, wrinkle relaxers, and APTOS Threads. She is also a Medical Advisory Board Member for Laser Clinics Australia, focusing on patient safety and treatment outcomes.
Nurse Avril – Registered Nurse
Avril completed her Bachelor of Nursing in 1998 and earned a Master’s in Health, Safety, and Environment in 2014. With a diverse background in surgical nursing, mental health, and remote area nursing, she brings a well-rounded approach to aesthetic treatments.
Since transitioning into the cosmetic field, Avril has worked for a leading cosmetic company, training nurses and doctors in advanced skin treatments. She focuses on volumising treatments, wrinkle treatments, skin balancing, and facial rejuvenation, tailoring each treatment plan to achieve harmonious and natural results for her clients.