I truly appreciate you taking the time to consider a surgical procedure at Allen Aesthetic Surgery. I understand how much time, thought, and planning you have likely invested in this process. I deeply regret to inform you that I will be relocating from North Carolina to Tennessee to be closer to family and will discontinue surgical procedures in September 2026. As a result, I will be unable to provide long-term follow-up care after that time. Virtual care may be an option in some circumstances; however, this is a decision you must feel comfortable with. Your safety and aesthetic goals remain very important to me, and I want to ensure you are supported as much as possible during this transition.

For larger procedures, such as a breast lift, tummy tuck, or similar surgery, it may be in your best interest to consult with another surgeon, as these cases generally require a longer recovery period. Smaller procedures, such as blepharoplasty or liposuction, may still be possible during August and September. Ultimately, however, the decision about how you wish to proceed is entirely yours as long as you understand that I will not be seeing patients beyond October 23, 2026.

I will not be performing any surgical procedures beyond mid-September. This decision is intended to protect your safety and ensure that no patient is left without appropriate follow-up care or support during the recovery process.
I am truly sorry that I cannot continue as your physician, and I extend my warmest wishes for your future health, confidence, and happiness.

You are not too old and it's never too late.....


Amber L Allen MD FACS FAACS

Best My Ellevate Raleigh, NC | Allen Aesthetic Surgery

Offered at our convenient location in Raleigh, NC

Best My Ellevate Raleigh, NC | Allen Aesthetic Surgery

Contents

  1. Resting
  2. Chin Strap
  3. Icing
  4. Bathing / Hygiene
  5. Wound Care 

Resting

When sleeping or lying down, make sure you are positioned at a minimum incline of 45 degrees. Utilize this rule for your first 10 days of recovery. Using a couple of pillows or recliner works just fine.

Chin Strap

Keep on at all times for 7 days. You will be placed in chin strap before leaving the office on the day of procedure (make sure to put on extra support straps to the front and back of head when sleeping).

Neck brace:    **** with Division of Bands ***

Keep on for 10 days while reading/ watching TV/ working on computer/ looking down at phone. Any instance where your head would be in a declined angle, you must wear the brace.

Secure neck brace every night before sleeping (to keep head in neutral position at all times).  

Icing

Ice the procedure area using frozen peas for 20 minutes every hour while awake. 

Take all dressings off during icing (chin strap and neck brace). 

Bathing / Hygiene

You may shower 48 hours after your procedure, but only using mild soaps or baby shampoo (make sure water is not directly streaming on face, shower with your back facing the shower head). Do not shave for 10 days post-surgery. Hair trimming/ hair clipping is acceptable. 

Wound Care 

Bactroban Ointment for antibacterial care:

Place inside each nostril once a day with Q-tip for the next 7 days.

Place a thin layer once a day on all incisions (excluding eyes) for the next 7 days. 

*RESULTS MAY VARY

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(984) 382-2603

Office Hours

Monday: 9am - 4pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4pm
Thursday: 9am - 4pm
Friday: 9am - 4pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

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