"Dr. Rita is so gentle with her BOTOX® treatments. I can highly recommend it - I was waiting for the 'ouch factor' and it never came!"
Jane - Essex July 2005
“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
"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
"My treatment made a fantastic difference, giving me back my youthful appearance thanks to the Lip Queen of London"
Melanie S., September 2003
"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.
"Dr. Rita is so gentle with her BOTOX® treatments. I can highly recommend it - I was waiting for the 'ouch factor' and it never came!"
Jane - Essex July 2005
BOTOX®
Vistabel®
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is BOTOX®/Vistabel®?
- BOTOX® is a natural purified protein.
- BOTOX® relaxes wrinkle-causing muscles.
- BOTOX® creates a smoothed, rejuvenated appearance.
When injected into a muscle:
- BOTOX® temporarily blocks the chemical signals that make the muscle contract.
- Only minute quantities of BOTOX®/VISTABEL® are injected.
- Only the injected muscle will be affected.
Example:
Is BOTOX®/Vistabel® safe?
- BOTOX®/VISTABEL® has an excellent safety profile.
- BOTOX®/VISTABEL® is used in a variety
of therapeutic areas. It is one of the few treatments that can be given
to treat children over 2 years of age to treat cerebral palsy.
Doses often exceed those around twenty times the average cosmetic dose! - BOTOX®/VISTABEL® has been actively used for over 10 years in tens of thousands of patients worldwide. There are over 20 different licenses in over 70 countries worldwide.
- BOTOX®/VISTABEL® has US FDA and European approval (including France and Switzerland). BOTOX®/VISTABEL® has recently received a cosmetic licence here in the UK and for this use, doctors may prescribe Vistabel ® by name – which exactly the same as BOTOX® but comes in a smaller vial.
How does BOTOX®/Vistabel® work?
A tiny amount of BOTOX®/VISTABEL® is injected into the hyperactive muscles, which blocks the nerve impulse from reaching these muscles. The muscle simply relaxes or ‘goes to sleep’. This relaxation enables the skin to relax and the lines smooth away.
What happens during a BOTOX®/VISTABEL® treatment?
Your doctor will ask you to frown or smile to assess your muscle movement and then determine the injection site to achieve the best results for you.
BOTOX®/VISTABEL® is then administered by several tiny injections, which feels like a pin prick.
Normally no anaesthetic is required, but topical anaesthetic cream can be applied if you wish.
You can return to work or day to day activities immediately, but will be asked to follow post treatment guidelines.
Are there any side effects from a BOTOX®/Vistabel® treatment?
Side effects are rare and normally resolve within a very short time, but the most common ones are:
- Bruising at the site of injection
- Ptosis (droop) of the muscle
- Headache.
NB: This usually resolves within a few days. Interestingly, BOTOX®/Vistabel® is a recognized treatment for headaches as it helps relax the muscles that are associated with headaches.
When will BOTOX®/Vistabel® start to work?
From 2 -7 days in most patients, but some can take up to 14 days to see the full effect.
How long will my BOTOX®/Vistabel® treatment last?
Results can last from 3 to 4 months following initial treatment. Subsequent BOTOX®/VISTABEL® treatments can last much longer, but this does vary in individual patients. It is, however, widely accepted that after the first year or so you may need less frequent visits (eg. only twice
Will my lines look worse if I do not continue my treatment?
No. Should you discontinue treatment your lines will gradually revert to their pre-treatment appearance.
SUMMARY
A BOTOX®/VISTABEL® treatment:
- Is a simple non-surgical treatment
- Smoothes out lines
- Takes approximately 10 minutes to perform
- Involves a few tiny pin prick injections – the needle is as fine as a human hair
- Relaxes the overactive muscle, reducing lines and wrinkles
- Results are visible within days
- The aesthetic effect normally last 3 to 4 months or longer
Call +44 (0) 20 7460 7324 for your FREE BOTOX® CONSULTATION
or contact
Dr Rita Rakus
“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.
"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
"Just flown in from Moscow for Dr. Rita to work her magic with BOTOX® before we get married next week. We are sure we will have perfect results as always. From Russia with Love!
Jon & Carolyn"
“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
"Since I started my treatment with Dr. Rakus I can now look people in the face. My confidence has soared!"
JS 03.07.06
