Skin Checks at The Skin Doctor – Diamond Creek
Melbourne’s Most Advanced 3D Skin Cancer Detection
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. Two in three Australians will be diagnosed before the age of 70 — making regular skin checks essential for early detection and prevention.
At The Skin Doctor – Diamond Creek, we offer one of the most advanced skin cancer screening services available in Australia. Every full skin check includes VECTRA® WB360 3D total-body imaging , giving you the highest level of accuracy, surveillance and peace of mind.
This is modern skin cancer detection.
This is precision medicine.
Why Regular Skin Checks Are Essential
arly detection saves lives
Melanoma and other skin cancers are far easier to treat when detected early. Even tiny changes in a mole’s size, shape or colour can be the first warning sign.
Everyone is at risk
Skin checks aren’t just for people with high sun exposure. Even with good sun protection, skin cancer can still develop — often in places you cannot see yourself.
Your memory can’t track changes — imaging can
Most people have dozens (or hundreds) of moles. Remembering what they looked like last year is almost impossible. Medical-grade imaging provides a permanent, objective baseline.
Technology reduces unnecessary procedures
By accurately tracking lesions over time, we can avoid biopsying harmless lesions and confidently identify those needing attention.
Skin Cancer Risk Factors
Anyone can develop skin cancer. Your risk is higher if you:
- Are over the age of 50
- Have fair skin that burns easily
- Have a history of sunburn (especially blistering), tanning or solarium use
- Spend a lot of time outdoors
- Have many moles, freckles or atypical naevi
- Have a weakened immune system
- Have a personal or family history of skin cancer
If any of these apply to you, regular professional skin checks are especially important.
What Happens During Your Skin Check
Every full skin check at our Diamond Creek clinic begins with 3D VECTRA® WB360 imaging, followed by a detailed doctor examination.
- Preparing for your scan
To ensure the highest image quality, we’ll ask you to:
- Remove jewellery (necklaces, bracelets, anklets, large earrings)
- Remove makeup, tinted sunscreen, face/body makeup, and fake tan
- Tie long hair up to expose the neck, ears, and shoulders (if you have your own items to tie your hair up, it helps to bring them!)
- Wear slim-fitting underwear (men should wear briefs and avoid loose boxer shorts, which can cover too much skin)
- Avoid compression garments or clothing that leaves deep marks
Your privacy is always maintained, and you will have a private space to change.
- Full-body 3D VECTRA® WB360 imaging
You then step into the VECTRA® WB360 booth where:
- 92 cameras capture your entire skin surface in under a second
- A complete 3D avatar of your skin is created
- Every mole and freckle is automatically mapped and recorded
- There is no contact, radiation or discomfort — it’s simply photography
This becomes your baseline for future comparison.
- Doctor-led skin examination
After the scan, one of our accredited skin cancer doctors will:
- Review your 3D images
- Identify any lesions of interest
- Examine spots closely with a digital dermatoscope
- Discuss any concerns you have
- Take dermoscopic photographs where clinically indicated
- Assess your risks
- Explain potential preventative treatments, like vitamin B3, specific sunscreen advice, and other cutting edge therapies
This combination of technology and medical expertise gives you one of the most thorough skin checks available.
- Your personalised skin surveillance plan
Based on your risk profile and scan findings, your doctor will explain:
- What was found today
- Whether any lesions need monitoring
- Whether a biopsy or treatment is recommended
- When you should return for your next skin check
You will always receive clear, evidence-based guidance tailored to your skin.
VECTRA® WB360 – The Gold Standard in Skin Surveillance
Our Diamond Creek clinic is equipped with the VECTRA® WB360, the most advanced skin imaging system available.
It captures your entire skin surface simultaneously using 92 calibrated cameras, creating a complete medical-grade 3D model of your skin.
3D Mole Mapping allows us to:
- Create a comprehensive baseline of every mole and spot
- Detect new or changing lesions with millimetre-level precision
- Compare images over time with absolute accuracy
- Virtually “lift” lesions off the skin for detailed analysis
- Reduce unnecessary biopsies by confirming lesion stability
This technology is used in leading hospitals and research centres worldwide — and it’s available locally, right here in Diamond Creek.
Who benefits most from 3D mole mapping?
- People with many moles (often 100+)
- Those with a personal or family history of melanoma
- Anyone with fair or sun-damaged skin
- Patients requiring long-term, high-precision monitoring
- Patients who simply want the the most advanced technology available to help doctors find cancer as early as possible
Why Choose The Skin Doctor – Diamond Creek
- One of Melbourne’s only clinics offering VECTRA® WB360 total-body 3D imaging
- Detailed doctor-led skin checks
- Precise lesion tracking and early cancer detection
- A patient-centred, private and medical-grade environment
- Experienced skin cancer doctors using world-leading technology
- Reduced unnecessary biopsies and procedures
We combine advanced imaging with clinical expertise and thoroughness to deliver one of Australia’s most comprehensive skin cancer detection services.
Book an Appointment
Protect your skin with the highest standard of early detection.
You can book online for a full skin check with VECTRA® WB360 imaging, or call our team directly (03) 8373 4646
How to prepare for your Diamond Creek skin check