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What is Sylfirm X?

At Allen Aesthetic Surgery, we have helped thousands of patients with customizable procedures tailored to their aesthetic goals. Dr. Amber L. Allen is a cosmetic surgeon who brings an artistic sense to her work and is well-known for her transformative rejuvenation procedures. Contact our office or call (919) 676-5052 to […]

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Thread Lift vs. Facelift

Contents1 The Thread-Lifted Face1.1 Biostimulating Threads1.2 Reinforcing Threads2 What are the Different Types of Threads Available?3 Facelift 1013.1 The SMAS Facelift3.2 Mid Facelift3.3 Full Facelift4 How Do the Procedures Differ?5 Candidates6 Which Procedure is Right for You?7 What is the Cost of a Threadlift / Facelift in Raleigh, NC?8 References […]

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Fillers vs. Botox

Our skin loses both elasticity and volume as we age, resulting in wrinkles and fine lines. These changes in the face can seem to sneak up on you; one day, you’re looking good for your age, and the next you can feel like you’ve aged five years. This can be […]

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Breast Implant Illness

There are more than 400,000 breast augmentation cases performed each year. Breast implants were first introduce in the 1960’s and since then have undergone many functional and aesthetic improvements. In the 1990’s several countries, including the US, conducted studies on the safety of implants placed in women. These women were […]

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To Laser or Not Laser, That is the Question!

Laser Resurfacing Facial rejuvenation

Did you know that fall is considered “laser season”?  The sun begins to travel further away from the earth causing daylight hours to shorten, and exposure to sunlight is reduced. Laser treatments can offer many benefits.  Fine lines and wrinkles are lessened, acne blemishes and scars can be reduced, age […]

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Is A Mommy Tuck Right For You?

So the day has finally come and you’ve given birth to that beautiful new baby, bringing a wonderful life into the world to nurture into blooming adulthood. Congratulations on your exciting new journey, but it certainly came with it’s share of costs didn’t it? Outside of the sheer financial expense […]

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The Perfect Body Doesn’t Exist

Not long ago someone made a comment relating to how much is considered too much when investing for surgery in order to achieve what society may consider a “perfect body.” In reality, there is no such thing. We see all kinds of images on social media, television, movies, etc and […]

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Plastic Surgery: A Change To Your Identity?

There’s a common trope in soap operas and movies, the person who has completely changed their identity through the use of plastic surgery. This has left many people wondering whether this bit of Hollywood Magic is actually possible, or if it’s all just part of the lucrative world of cinema […]

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Unusual Cosmetic Procedures

Breast implants, tummy tucks, nose jobs, buttock enhancement, there’s a seemingly endless parade of cosmetic procedures out there. While we may roll our eyes at some of them, in our secret heart of hearts, we understand that self-improvement comes in many forms. That being said, there are some forms of […]

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Breast Revisions and You

Deciding to get breast augmentation surgery can be scary, especially if one considers the potential social and medical ramifications. While usually there’s cause to be excited, there’s one overarching concern that comes later, after the procedure has been completed. That concern is the possibility of breast surgery revision. While many […]

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