The Riverbanks Blog

For so many years now, famous celebrities have been experiencing the successfully rejuvenating properties of Botox. Because they look great, they feel great, and who can blame them? Who doesn’t want to look their best, no matter what age they are?

The trouble is that so many celebs have tried to cut corners and save money by going to less than reputable places to get their treatment done. Botox is no longer an expensive option and it doesn’t mean have tight, expressionless faces and big out-of-proportion lips. These days, anyone can experience the benefits of affordable Botox, and why shouldn’t they?

But when it comes to Botox, you must have a highly experienced and proficient cosmetic physician. That’s your first step to success, finding someone who is an experienced cosmetic doctor and not just a qualified beauty therapist with a syringe full of Botox liquid. Think of Botox as a medical procedure. Now which medical procedures would you let your beauty therapist perform? Precisely!

When properly performed, Botox is an exceptional way to make subtle differences, making you look and feel younger, making the kind of changes where people notice that you look great, not a freak like some of the celebs that have had too much cosmetic surgery!

Botox is simply a protein derived from the botulism toxin, it isn’t the toxin itself. It is injected into the skin and smoothes out the lines and wrinkles there. It results in a clean, smooth facial appearance, making you look and feel a million dollars. But you don’t have to be a millionaire to afford it. These days, Botox is one of the most affordable cosmetic solutions available; it’s also one of the most popular. What’s more, since the results are not long lasting, if you’re unhappy, you can go back to the way you were before with no problems at all.

Botox is highly effective against deep wrinkles, so you don’t have to be a celebrity to look great at any age! A typical treatment is simple to perform by a qualified cosmetic doctor and takes less than 15 minutes. Compare that to the cost and pain of a surgical facelift!

If you’re considering Botox, it’s best performed on areas of the upper face and away from muscles that could weaken your natural smile.

There are many highly attractive celebrities that want to maintain their great looks, as they grow old gracefully. Did you know that former supermodel Linda Evangelista, actress Brooke Shields and former playboy model Jenny McCarthy all have regular Botox treatments in small doses? By having these small treatments on a frequent basis, they can stay looking great – long after Mother Nature would have normally taken her toll.

Not a Celebrity? No problem! At Riverbanks, we specialise in helping normal, every-day people to experience the amazing benefits of Botox. To find out more, visit www.riverbanksclinic.co.uk today or pick up the phone and call 01582 762877 right now.

Thread veins are tiny veins just beneath the skin that have become enlarged, or dilated. As we age, our skin ages with us, becoming thinner and more susceptible to problems such as thread veins. As the skin gets thinner and more translucent, the blood vessels under the skin show through.

There is no medical issue with thread veins, their appearance will not affect your health, but sometimes it is an indicator of Rosacea. Ordinarily, it is simply a sign of aging. However, many people, particularly women, find them very embarrassing. They often appear on the legs, although they can present themselves on the face too, which often makes patients very self-conscious. Leg veins are sometimes caused by varicose veins, If you have varicose veins, then you should have these treated first before tackling the threadveins.

Thread veins are common as we age, but if you are overweight or you smoke, this seems to increase their chances of appearance. So maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help you to avoid the development of thread veins.

There are many methods currently available for the safe removal of thread veins. The treatments below can be used individually, or sometimes collaboratively, and are known to help successfully reduce and remove thread veins.

IPL and ND: YAG Laser

IPL is an Intense Pulsed Light Laser that is used within the cosmetic health industry for many different conditions such as sun damage, hair removal, acne treatment, and of course, thread and varicose vein removal. After it’s successful use on skin conditions, it has now become a tool used for laser hair removal.

IPL works by using specific bandwidths of light which are only absorbed by the threadvein and not by the surrounding skin. The light heats up the vein so that it collapses. Several treatments are often needed for optimal results.

ND:YAG Laser technology has many medical and non-medical uses. Within the field of cosmetic medicine, it is used for things such as laser hair removal and also for treating spider and thread veins. The laser works in similar ways to the IPL but is much more specific. Again, several treatments are often needed.

There is a small risk of scarring or skin colour changes with lasers or IPL but in most cases, treatments are extremely successful.

Sclerotherapy

This treatment works by injecting a tiny amount of medicine directly into the veins that are being treated. The drug causes the walls of the vein to stick together and so over time the vein dies away. Several treatments are often needed over 6 months. Side effects include the possibility of developing a bruise over the areas which can last for 9 months.

The NHS views the treatment of thread veins as a ‘cosmetic’ and not a medical procedure. This being the case, they are not available through your doctor. This means seeking out a private clinic or hospital is the only option for removing the unsightly presence of thread veins.

If you’re looking to remove the embarrassing presence of thread veins, Riverbanks Clinic has the latest range of treatments. For a consultation with an experienced cosmetic specialist, contact Riverbanks Clinic today.

Behind every successful cosmetic business you’ll find a host of happy customers and multi-award winning cosmetic clinic Riverbanks is no different after their latest patient survey revealed that 95% of patients were extremely satisfied by the end of their consultation at the discreet Harpenden clinic.

Riverbanks Clinic is renowned for its high standard of patient care, top calibre doctors and tranquil location and its latest patient survey conducted last month revealed that every patient questioned had an excellent consultation with a doctor who was ‘polite and considerate and very good at listening to what they had to say’.

The survey of 20 patients from a spectrum of age groups also revealed that they were not only satisfied with the opportunity to ask questions but also the ability to receive answers to all their questions. They also stated that each doctor was very clear by explaining in the way they can understand and the patients were allowed to be involved in as much as they wanted to be when it came to decisions about their care and treatment. Dr Ravi Jain, medical director at Riverbanks Clinic and former Harley Street practitioner is delighted with the results of the survey has urged other cosmetic businesses to focus on customer service as a way of building and maintaining their customer base during a difficult trading period.

“Customer satisfaction and a good reputation is the most important asset you can poses, especially in the cosmetic industry where clients need that extra bit of support and dialogue from the doctors in order to feel comfortable going ahead with a procedure. At Riverbanks Clinic, we’ve certainly seen this to be the case which is why many of our new patients have come to us through word of mouth recommendations,” says Dr Jain, who will be delivering a seminar at the forthcoming Olympia Beauty Show in September on the subject of boosting salon revenue during a recession

Riverbanks Clinic opened the doors to its new refurbished clinic in Autumn 2008 and has experienced phenomenal growth this year despite the recession. With ‘Best New Clinic’ and ‘Best Business Development’ Awards tucked neatly under their belt, Dr Jain and his team at Riverbanks Clinic were recognised by the Aesthetic Medicine Awards judges for their ‘high standards of patient-centred care’, and Dr Jain believes it is this aspect, combined with the quality of staff at the clinic that has contributed to such high levels of customer satisfaction in patients.

“During an economic downturn, cosmetic businesses need to focus as much on their existing customer base as they do on bringing new custom in and our latest patient survey shows that there is no need to cold call or spend thousands on advertising. Customer service is the best kind of selling, it’s not difficult, it creates a great atmosphere and best of all it’s free. All it takes is listening carefully to individual’s requirements and expectations. At Riverbanks for example, we clearly outline ways in which patients can regain and maintain their skin’s vitality, suppleness and glow. We can help them select the procedures that will best benefit them in the long term, and help them develop an ongoing programme to get the most out of the treatments they choose,” adds Dr Jain.

Editors Notes

The award-winning Riverbanks Clinic is one of the UK’s leading clinics for non-surgical cosmetic and dermatological treatments and was founded by former Harley Street cosmetic expert Dr Ravi Jain. The prestigious Riverbanks Clinic helps men and women to turn back the clock with the help of the very latest safe, non-surgical, highly effective anti-aging skin treatments. The clinic also specialises in treating skin problems such as acne and Roseaca.

The most popular treatments offered by Riverbanks Clinic include Vaser Lipo, Botox, Dermal Fillers, Sculptra, Smartxide DOT Laser and Accent Radiofrequency.

For more information visit www.riverbanksclinic.co.uk
Dr Ravi Jain is available for press interviews, articles and features. For further details, hi-res images or to arrange an interview with Dr Jain, please contact Jessica Suter on 01603 283 503 or email jessica@mediajems.co.uk.

With a gloomy UK summer now on the cards, many Brits may now be looking for a last minute getaway deal, only to be worried about the prospect of showing their figure off in a swimsuit. But thanks to the wonders of non-surgical Accent®, a beautiful bikini body could just be four weeks away!

Whilst research suggests that over a fifth of women start their health kicks in the three month run-up to the summer holiday season, with many families cutting back on holidays due to the recession, lots of women are likely to have relaxed their diets and exercise as a result and are now not in ‘holiday shape’, according to leading cosmetic expert Dr Ravi Jain, Medical Director at Riverbanks Clinic.

“Many women who come to Riverbanks Clinic are very conscious about their love handles and cellulite and the summer season just makes them even more aware of how they look in a bikini. With the Met Office reporting a wet summer ahead, many could be looking to jet off on a last minute break but don’t have time to get into shape, which is where Accent® is perfect and results can be achieved in just four weeks,” explains Dr Jain who practised on Harley Street before starting his own award-winning clinic Riverbanks.

According to Dr Jain, Accent® provides noticeable results on all skin types, on patients of almost any age and it can be used on any part of the body to achieve tighter, more contoured and rejuvenated skin. And with Riverbanks offering Accent® treatments and with prices starting from just £150 it is proving to be the perfect option for those looking to firm up and get rid of cellulite in time to jet off for a last minute holiday in the sun.

“The great thing about Accent® is that no anaesthetic is needed, there is no associated recovery time and there is a minimal risk of side effects. The process also stimulates the production of new collagen to improve skin surface texture. Treatments with the Accent® system are quick, and provide steady improvement with excellent skin tightening results,” says Dr Jain.

Editors Notes

The award-winning Riverbanks Clinic is one of the UK’s leading clinics for non-surgical cosmetic and dermatological treatments. Formerly the Luton Skin Clinic, the prestigious Riverbanks Clinic helps men and women to turn back the clock, with the help of the very latest safe, non-surgical, highly effective anti-aging skin treatments. The clinic also specialises in treating skin problems such as acne and Roseaca.
The most popular treatments offered by Riverbanks Clinic include Vaser Lipo, Botox, Dermal Fillers, Sculptra, Smartxide DOT Laser and Accent Radiofrequency.

For more information visit www.riverbanksclinic.co.uk

Dr Ravi Jain is available for press interviews, articles and features. For further details, hi-res images or to arrange an interview with Dr Jain, please contact Jessica Suter on 01603 283 503 or email press@riverbanksclinic.co.uk.

At this time of year you'll probably reveal more of your body than usual, whether with shorter dresses or strappy tops - or simply sunbathing in a swimsuit or bikini.  Does your body pass the reveal test?

Here's Dr Jain's recipe for a great summer silhouette and strokable skin!

• Facial & Body scrub - do this once a week to exfoliate the skin at a deep level and allow your moisturising and other care products to work more effectively.
• Hand & Body Lotion - dry skin on your arms, legs, shoulders and hands is simply not attractive.  It's just as important to remember the rest of your skin, not just your face.

And if you need to streamline your shape, choose from these body treatments to boost your confidence this summer:

• Accent - to reduce cellulite and tighten flabby arms, legs, bums and tums
• Coffeeberry Body tightening gel to get that toned look and feel
• Vitage Body Refining gel to create a softer, smoother skin surface that is irresistible.

You can make a real difference to your skin with a little effort - and reveal your body with confidence!