“I always return to Dr Rakus for my Botox treatment because I trust her immensely - she always does such an extraordinary job! It’s such a pleasure to be greeted so warmly by her exceptional staff. They always remember my name which means a lot. I truly wouldn’t put myself in the hand of anyone else. Dr Rakus is truly the best!”

DW 21.10.08

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"Friends are telling me I look very young and never more beautiful - I'm 60!

When I first started treatment I only wanted to use small amounts of injections. Now I leave the amounts up to Dr. Rakus and I can truly say 'more is better' - don't hesitate to go for it!"

Diane D., New York 2004

“My treatment is the best investment any woman could make for herself and is better than a week in Spain”.

MC 24.10.08

"After 38 years of mental abuse, I had finally found the courage to leave my marriage. My self-esteem was non existent. I read an article in Tatler magazine about Dr Rita Rakus and decided I would try BOTOX^® and Restylane. The results have been super. I am now happy to face the world on my own, feeling confident and self assured. I have since had treatments to take away fat pouches from my chin. This has also been a great success. Thank you, Dr Rita Rakus".

Catherine D. - age 63, Saturday, 16 April 2005

BOTOX^® After-Care Advice

Follow these links to our Restylane, Perlane, Restylane Touch,
Restylane LIPP or RestylaneVital pages

Call +44 (0) 20 7460 7324 for your FREE BOTOX^® CONSULTATION
or contact Dr Rita Rakus

Dr Rakus is a validator for Allergan (BOTOX^®)

BOTOX^® Post-Treatment Advice

The following precautions are to be observed following the injection of BOTOX^®

Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do not shampoo the hair or have a scalp massage
Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do not wear anything tight on the head (hats, caps, hair bands etc.)
Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do not lie on the treated area for 3-4 hours
Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do not rub or massage the treated area
Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do not apply pressure when cleansing the skin
Do use only gentle upward strokes.
Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do avoid leaning forward and bobbing up and down (cleaning, which may involve a lot of bending, clothes shopping in dressing and undressing)
Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do not have a facial massage or treatment of any kind
Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do not take any form of exercise or yoga
Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do not take any aspirin or drugs containing aspirin, e.g. Nurofen
Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do not take vitamin E
Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do not consume alcohol.
Immediately following the injection of BOTOX^® do not take long haul flights for 24 hours
Gently exercise your treated muscles 2 – 3 hours after treatment (e.g. practice frowning, raising your eyebrows or squinting). This helps to work BOTOX^® /VISTABEL^®/DYSPORT^® into your muscles. It will NOT impact upon your treatment negatively if you forget to do this
Any tiny bumps or marks will go away within a few hours after treatment. Bruising is rare, but if it does occur please be assured that this will resolve within a few days. You may take ARNICA tablets to help the bruising settle.
The results of your treatment may take up to 14 days to take full effect and you are encouraged to return to see your practitioner within 2 – 4 weeks so that your treatment regime can be reviewed and a top-up administered if required
The results of your treatment are NOT permanent. You may find that your results will last approximately 3 – 4 months. We advise that you return between the 12 and 16 week time period or BEFORE the effects of the product fully wears off for further treatment. If you allow BOTOX^®/VISTABEL^®/DYSPORT^® to completely wear off it is more difficult for your practitioner to evaluate how your individual muscles react to the product and, therefore, achieving optimal results for YOUR face can be more difficult.

BOTOX^® Treatment Possible Side Effects

There are several possible side effects of BOTOX^®, but are minimal.

There may be a mild stinging sensation as the BOTOX^® injection is performed.

Mild weakness or paralysis of the eyelid (ptosis) or brow may occur with drooping of the eyelid or brow, lasting usually 2-3 weeks. This is temporary and may not even be noticed by the patient. The incidence of ptosis after a BOTOX^® treatment is approximately 2%.

The other side effects from the BOTOX^® treatment include transient headache, numbness or bruising, which are uncommon.

Advantages of the BOTOX^® Treatment

BOTOX^® is an effective treatment for frown lines, crow's feet and forehead lines.

Side effects are uncommon and minimal.

Follow these links to our Restylane, Perlane, Restylane Touch,
Restylane LIPP or RestylaneVital pages

Call +44 (0) 20 7460 7324 for your FREE BOTOX^® CONSULTATION
or contact Dr Rita Rakus

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“My treatment is the best investment any woman could make for herself and is better than a week in Spain”.

MC 24.10.08

"I have had this treatment for the last year and am delighted with the results, many of my clients are thrilled with the results too. The changes are subtle and make you look refreshed. Dr Rita lives up to the quote 'Lose 5 years in 5 minutes'."

Margaret A.

"Friends are telling me I look very young and never more beautiful - I'm 60!

When I first started treatment I only wanted to use small amounts of injections. Now I leave the amounts up to Dr. Rakus and I can truly say 'more is better' - don't hesitate to go for it!"

Diane D. New York 2004