Dr Laura Pattison

Dr Laura Pattison Cosmetic Medicine & Skin Cancer Care. Healthy ageing. Registered Medical Practitioner. General Registration
MED0002627184 I am very passionate about my work.

My goal is to improve health and beauty through my surgical work, meticulously striving for the best possible outcome for my patients.

Facial balance is rarely about treating one area in isolation.This patient’s treatment plan focused on facial support, p...
24/08/2026

Facial balance is rarely about treating one area in isolation.

This patient’s treatment plan focused on facial support, proportion and balance, based on her individual anatomy.

These images show the immediate appearance after treatment. At this stage, temporary swelling and other early post-treatment changes may still be present, so this should not be interpreted as the final result.

My approach is to assess how different areas of the face relate to one another before deciding where, or whether, treatment may be appropriate.

The treatment someone initially asks for is not always the treatment their anatomy indicates.

Every treatment plan is individual. Outcomes vary between patients and depend on anatomy, tissue characteristics, treatment choice and other factors.

Cosmetic procedures carry risks and limitations. An individual medical consultation is required to assess suitability and discuss potential benefits, risks, limitations, alternatives and the option of no treatment.

Patient consent obtained for use of these images for educational purposes.

This is one patient’s individual outcome and does not necessarily reflect what another person may experience.

Dr Laura Pattison
Registered medical practitioner
General registration
MED0002627184
Port Macquarie

Have you ever wondered why your cosmetic treatment does not last the same amount of time as your friend’s?This is very c...
17/08/2026

Have you ever wondered why your cosmetic treatment does not last the same amount of time as your friend’s?

This is very common.

But comparison is one of the biggest traps in cosmetic medicine.

Every person has different anatomy, muscle activity, skin quality, lifestyle, habits, medical history and treatment history.

That means different people may respond differently to the same treatment.

Some patients may need more sessions.
Some may need fewer.
Some may need a different approach.
And some may not be suitable for treatment at all.

This is why cosmetic treatment should be based on an individual assessment, not comparison.

Outcomes and duration vary between patients. Any treatment decision should follow a consultation, including discussion of expected benefits, risks, limitations, costs, recovery time and alternatives.

Dr Laura Pattison
Registered medical practitioner
General registration
MED0002627184
Port Macquarie

Regenerative skin treatments focus on supporting the skin’s own biology rather than creating immediate change.These trea...
10/08/2026

Regenerative skin treatments focus on supporting the skin’s own biology rather than creating immediate change.

These treatments are generally considered for people wanting to support skin quality, hydration, texture and firmness over time.

The aim is not to create a sudden or dramatic change.

It is to work gradually, with a plan that respects your skin, your anatomy and your stage of ageing.

This type of approach is not suitable for everyone.

A consultation is required to assess your skin, discuss your concerns, and explain the expected benefits, limitations, risks and alternatives before deciding whether any treatment is clinically appropriate.

Dr Laura Pattison
Registered medical practitioner
General registration
MED0002627184
Port Macquarie

The eye only sees what the mind knows.This is true both in cosmetic and skin cancer medicine.Two people can look at the ...
05/08/2026

The eye only sees what the mind knows.

This is true both in cosmetic and skin cancer medicine.

Two people can look at the same face or the same skin lesion and see completely different things.

Training changes what we notice.

Experience changes what we recognise.

Diagnosis changes the plan.

That is why assessment matters.

Before treatment, before advice, before any decision, we first need to understand what we are seeing.

This post is for general education only and does not replace an individual medical consultation.

Dr Laura Pattison
Registered medical practitioner
General registration
MED0002627184
Port Macquarie

Myomodulation: did you know about this cosmetic concept?Facial movement is an important part of cosmetic assessment.In s...
03/08/2026

Myomodulation: did you know about this cosmetic concept?

Facial movement is an important part of cosmetic assessment.

In some patients, repeated or strong muscle activity may contribute to concerns such as expression lines, smile changes or changes in facial balance ans support.

Myomodulation refers to the way certain cosmetic treatments may influence how muscles move or how surrounding tissues are supported.

This does not mean everyone needs treatment.
It also does not mean one technique is suitable for every patient or every concern.

A proper assessment should consider facial anatomy, muscle movement, skin quality, volume changes, medical history, treatment suitability, risks, limitations and alternative options.

The goal of consultation is not to treat every line or every movement.
It is to understand what is happening and decide what, if anything, is clinically appropriate.

This post is for general education only. Cosmetic treatment is not suitable for everyone. Outcomes vary between patients. Any treatment decision should follow an individual consultation, including discussion of expected benefits, risks, limitations, costs, recovery time and alternatives.

Dr Laura Pattison
Registered medical practitioner
General registration
MED0002627184
Port Macquarie

Many people focus only on the face when thinking about anti wrinkle treatment.But after 40, the neck can also play a rol...
27/07/2026

Many people focus only on the face when thinking about anti wrinkle treatment.

But after 40, the neck can also play a role in facial ageing.

The muscles of the face and neck are connected.

In some people, strong neck muscle activity can contribute to changes in the lower face, jawline and neck contour.

This does not mean everyone needs neck treatment.

It means the neck should be assessed as part of the full picture.

A balanced approach considers facial movement, muscle activity, skin quality, volume changes and overall facial structure before deciding what treatment, if any, may be appropriate.

Treatment plans vary between patients.

Expected benefits, limitations, risks, costs, recovery time and alternatives should always be discussed during consultation.

Dr Laura Pattison
Registered medical practitioner
General registration
MED0002627184
Port Macquarie

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