Dimple creation surgery in Thailand is designed to be permanent, but it can be surgically reversed. Reversal requires a second procedure to release the internal scar tissue anchoring the skin. Surgeons in Bangkok often use no-implant techniques to allow for natural movement.
- Reversal technique: Surgeons must release internal anchoring sutures or scar tissue to flatten the skin.
- Success rates: Reversal is not always 100% successful. It depends on how the individual's tissue adapts.
- Revision concerns: Revision surgery may leave minor irregularities or different scarring on the cheek.
- Procedure cost: Surgery in Thailand starts from $600, saving up to 73% over Australia.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Many Australian patients focus on costs. However, the real differentiator in Thailand is surgical volume. Dr Phatcharasak Kraisornphongsakul at ID Clinic Bangkok has performed 20,000+ procedures. This repetition helps surgeons master the precise anchoring depth needed for natural-looking dimples.
Patient Consensus: Surgically created dimples result from internal scarring. Patients should treat them as a lasting change. A reversal typically requires another operation. Factor in extra logistics, travel time, and aftercare when planning a revision.