Safety Information
Your Safety is Our Top Priority
Essential safety information for medical spa treatments in Australia
Choosing a Safe Clinic
Before booking any treatment, verify the following:
- Practitioners are registered with AHPRA (check at ahpra.gov.au)
- Clinic has appropriate medical oversight
- Products used are TGA-approved
- Clinic has proper insurance and licensing
- Clear pricing with no hidden fees
Before Your Treatment
Essential Steps
- Consultation: Always have a face-to-face consultation before any treatment
- Medical History: Provide complete medical history including medications and allergies
- Informed Consent: Ensure you understand all risks and sign informed consent
- Cooling-Off Period: Take time to consider, especially for invasive procedures
- Second Opinion: Consider getting a second opinion for major treatments
Questions to Ask
- • What are the qualifications of my practitioner?
- • What are the potential risks and side effects?
- • What is the aftercare protocol?
- • What happens if something goes wrong?
- • Can I see before/after photos of similar cases?
Warning Signs
Avoid clinics that:
- Pressure you to decide immediately
- Offer treatments at unusually low prices
- Cannot provide practitioner credentials
- Make unrealistic promises or guarantees
- Operate from non-clinical settings
- Refuse to provide detailed treatment information
Emergency Contacts
Medical Emergency
000 - Emergency Services
13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) - Health Advice
Report Issues
AHPRA: 1300 419 495
TGA: 1800 020 653
Additional Resources
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