Find out how the OBAGI NUDERM skin care system can transform your skin!

Here at Riverbanks Clinic, we're holding a series of Open Days to celebrate our first fantastic year!

Why not join us on Wednesday 9th September when you can discover how to transform your skin with the OBAGI NUDERM skin care system?

Find out how to reduce melasma, pigmentation, acne scarring and smooth away fine lines with presentations from 4pm onwards.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience 21st Century skincare - call us now on 01582 762 877 quoting ref RBWEB0909 to book your place.

Remember, our Open Days always book up fast, so reserve your place (and maybe that of a friend?) now!

Is scarring inevitable after cosmetic surgery?

It's sad to see that a woman in Wales is taking her cosmetic surgeon to court after suffering from scarring after having a facelift and eye surgery in 2005.

The woman says she is now embarrassed to be seen in public and claims that she has been left with prominent scarring around the eyes and the ears. She says she has also experienced numbness of the face and a 'lack of symmetry' on the left side of her face. To hide the scarring she has had to grow her hair long.

It's a sad story, but scarring is a real risk people must consider when choosing surgery. Lots of elements can affect the risk of scarring. Wound infections often cause the worst scars but in some cases, some people will scar badly no matter what. Bad scarring is very rare. If it was more common – cosmetic surgery would not exist.

There are some methods to reduce the risks: 

•     LED Phototherapy – we use the Omnilux system which has proven capabilities speeding up wound healing and scar reduction
• Fractional Laser resurfacing –we use Smartxide DOT
•  Topical creams – such as Vitamin C serums and HEAL cream
•  Stiching techniques
•  Incision placements
•  Compression garments

One of the most important parts of our service is the aftercare of our patients, and we're thrilled to have the success rate that we have, and very happy customers!