'Now, I m all up for a bit of surgery, but just remember, don't do it on the cheap! If you have to pack yourself off abroad for a facelift with no aftercare, then don't be surprised if you end up looking like Jackie Stallone or the Bride of Wildenstein. I've never gone under the knife myself, but never say never! So far, I’ve only opted for the non-invasive sort - to a point. I don't call a small prick in my face offensive. I’ve had Botox, Restylane (that's a filler), and only last week I went to see the one and only Dr Rita Rakus for a bit of Thermage treatment. I must say, it worked an absolute treat - it's a facelift in an hour. But if I were going under the knife, I d go with Demi Moore s surgeon, "Good food, Diet and Exercise - that s what she calls him I think Madonna must have had the same surgeon, because she also looks amazing. Or maybe she's having baby Botox, which is all the rage now- I'm going back to Dr Rakus for it. It's Botox, but you don't come out looking like a startled lizard. Instead, you look like a baby - young and fresh. I'll let you know how it goes! '
Heat 10.09.2010
“The Botox looks fantastic – it has really made a difference. I was talking to my husband last night about City Bonuses being down so much next year and what we could cut down on. As I said to him “we can do without the trip to Mauritius next year, but the Muscle relaxing injection will be the last thing to go!!”
Claire P, aged 43
Eye Treatment
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'Our motto is: five years younger in five
minutes!'
ES Magazine, December 2002
Before treatment I will always spend time discussing with you the desired effect. Sometimes you might need both treatments described below, Restylane Touch™ and Muscle relaxing injection to achieve the effect you are looking for.
Restylane Touch
Restylane Touch is intended for the correction of thin, superficial facial lines, e.g. around the eyes.
The injected crystal-clear NASHA gel gives natural volume under the wrinkle, which is lifted up and smoothed out. A treatment takes a few minutes and the results can be seen immediately.
How long will a treatment last?
Restylane Touch is long lasting but not permanent. You always have a choice to continue or change the combination of treatments - and the procedure can be repeated as often as you like.
Most patients choose to have a follow-up treatment 6 to 12 months after an initial treatment of wrinkles. A follow-up treatment is normally needed after about 6 months.
A touch-up treatment within 2-4 weeks after the initial treatment may be necessary to achieve an optimal correction.
Clinical experience indicates that follow-up treatment normally require a smaller amount of the product.
Please refer to the relevant pages for Restylane after care, Restylane Perlane after care and recovery time indications.
Visit our Restylane/Restylane Perlane FAQs page
Muscle relaxing injection treament
Dr Rakus is a validator for Allergan.
The Muscle relaxing injection treament usually take effect after 3-5 days; however it may take 2 weeks for maximum effect. At this point you have a review appointment by Dr Rita.
The effect lasts between 3 to 6 months (average 4 months).
Patients who have had several injections often find the
effect persists longer.
Muscle relaxing injection for wrinkle therapy is an effective treatment for crows feet. Side effects are uncommon and minimal.
Please refer to the relevant pages for Muscle relaxing injection after care advice and recovery time indications.
"After many years of being treated by Dr Rakus - she knows my face better than I ...!
Perfection, skill and knowledge can only portray this beautiful woman who's understanding of how to improve and enhance a lady's face is quite remarkable.
The latest Salt-A-Peel™ combined with complementary skin care products dramatically change the texture and feel to the skin.
Dr Rakus has enhanced this treatment with her speciality of 'lip so kissable' RESTYLANE injections and/or Botox®.
Dr Rakus will only give treatment when she thinks it is necessary and I would personally therefore put my face in her experienced hands without hesitation!
I walk out of her sanctuary with an air of confidence and self assurance which is surely all worthwhile after waiting to find space in her very tight scheduled diary."
Anonymous
"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"
