overview

Dimple creation surgery is the procedure involves simulating the natural way. A dimple is forming a connection between the skin and the cheek muscle. When the muscle contracts, it pulls the skin inwards to form a dimple. Dimple creation can be one side dimple or both cheek sides surgery.

Dimple creation surgery is perform at Preecha Aesthetic Institute under local anesthesia (LA) by Dr. Burin Wangjiraniran MD FRCST and Dr. Sutin Khobunsongserm MD. All surgeons are board of Plastic & Reconstructive surgery. To make the final determination of each patient’s eligibility after an examination during direct consultation, the surgeon will mark the skin area to plan placement of dimple.

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Best candidate for Dimple creation surgery

  • Aesthetic surgery is an improve facial appearance.
  • Emotion stability is one of the most important factors.
  • Must be age 18 +.

Package includes dimple creation surgery

Package is include dimple creation surgery under Local Anesthesia.

  • Medical equipment and Medical supplies
  • Local anesthesia
  • Medical treatments
  • Doctor fees
  • Nursing services
  • Take home medication
  • Post op cares

Service & Accommodation

To ensure a comfortable and convenient experience, Preecha Aesthetic Institute (PAI) offers complete service support for overseas and local patients.

  • Hotel Reservation Assistance under cooperate:
    Support with hotel bookings near Preecha Aesthetic Institute (PAI) for your convenience during consultation, surgery and recovery.
  • Interpreter Services:
    Professional interpreters are available for any language to help ensure smooth communication throughout your medical journey.

The surgery will be performed AT PREECHA AESTHETIC INSTITUTE

Preecha Aesthetic Institute 

Preecha Aesthetic Institute (PAI) is Thailand’s first multidisciplinary aesthetic and reconstructive surgery center, and is widely recognized as a pioneer in Sex Reassignment Surgery (Male-to-Female and Female-to-Male) since 1980.

PAI features 10 state-of-the-art consultation rooms6 operating rooms (for local anesthesia), and modern recovery facilities, all designed to meet international standards of hygiene and patient safety. The institute is fully equipped with advanced medical technology comparable to leading global aesthetic centers.

  • Dimple creation surgery is performed under local anesthesia (day surgery) at Preecha Aesthetic Institute.
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Operation Room * Local Anesthesia

post operation room

Recovery Room * Day surgery

RISK OF dimple creation SURGERY

  • All surgery carries risks but can minimize by closely follow your surgeon’s advice on follow up care during the healing process. Some patients who have an active skin infection. Other health issue will be discussed during your consultation. 

Questions, Appointments, and Scheduling

Dr.Preecha Tiewtranon MD, Dr.Burin Wangjiraniran MD FRCST and Dr.Sutin Khobunsongserm MD, all Board of Plastic and Reconstructive surgery Thailand.All your questions will be direct answers from PAI's doctor.

  1. Write your question, interest
  2. List your expectations or procedure that you are interest and give us your detail as possible
  3. Email to us at consult@pai.co.th
  4. We will get back to you shortly after receive your question

Consultation Process for Oveaseas Patient

  • Video consultations are not available due to time zone differences.
  • Please email high-quality, unaltered frontal and lateral photographs of your face. Ensure the images are well-lit and not zoomed in.
  • After receiving your photos, the attending physician will review them and provide a thorough medical evaluation along with professional recommendations.
  • 📧 Email us: consult@pai.co.th
  • Our team will review your inquiry and get back to you promptly after receiving your message.
  • Contact Preecha Aesthetic Institute (PAI) today to schedule your personalized consultation.
  • 📍 Address: 898/1 Sukhumvit 55 (Thonglor), Bangkok, Thailand
    📞 Tel: +66 2 715 0111
Set up an appointment with us

1. Write your question, interest at consult us in program form

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2. Via email consult@pai.co.th

2.1 list your expectations or procedure that you are interest and give us your detail as possible
2.2 email to us
2.3 We will get back to you shortly after receive your question with recommendation from specialize surgeon

Once you know your planning date for surgery. Here is the next step:

1. Consultation with us via email for details and procedure
2. Plan your available date to be surgery and departure from Bangkok
3. We will confirm you for surgery date
4. You may start to book your airline ticket
5. We will confirm you all detail and hotel booking, if require
6. For transportation to be pick up from the airport, we can do for you as optional

surgical details:

  • Inform us about any allergies, any serious medical condition(s), and all medications you are
    taking (both prescription and non-prescription)
  • No Aspirin 2 days before surgery
  • Stop vitamin E Oil 1 day before surgery
  • Cosmetics should not be worn
  • Stop smoking 2 days and a month after surgery
  • Tell doctor if you have any serious medical condition(s)
  • Stitches are remove five days after surgery date
  • Plan to be in Thailand at least 2 - 3 days after surgery

The surgeon will explain during direct consultation.

Postoperative Recovery for Dimple Creation Surgery

  • The recovery process after Dimple creation is not required an over night. You will receive instruction for during the home care.
  • The first 24 hours, use cold compresses (ice pad) to minimize swelling and help with discomfort.
  • Tiny incisions are usually well hidden and normally fade in time.
  • For full recovery and natural refine, it may take after 2-3 weeks.

Recovery Timeline dimple creation surgery

  • Day 1 - Consultation and/or surgery at the same time
  • Day 2 - Surgery (if require for the next appointment)
  • Day 3 - Back to work

Dimple creation surgery is a minor surgery and this is an outpatient (day surgery). After the surgery, you are able to return to work at the same day or in the next day.

Swelling and bruising in the cheek area are likely. But resolve two weeks after surgery date.

Recovery and What to Expect

Downtime:
Most patients can return to work or their usual daily activities within a day or two. Strenuous activity should be avoided for about a week.

Initial Appearance:
Right after the procedure, your dimple may be visible even when your face is at rest. This is normal and due to swelling and the new suture.

Natural Look:
Over the next few weeks to a couple of months, your dimple will gradually soften and eventually appear naturally when you smile or make facial expressions.

Treatment after surgery
during the first 7 days

  • No heavy exercise includes swimming for two weeks

surgery info:

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Dimple creation surgery

is a cosmetic surgery to create one side cheek dimple or both dimples surgery.

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TIME REQUIRED

30 - 45 mintues

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ANESTHESIA

Local Anesthesia

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BACK TO WORK

Immediately

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STRENUOUS ACTIVITY

After 2 weeks

FADING SCARS

a month

Swollen & Bruise

1 - 2 week (s)

Surgery Schedule


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ADDRESS

PAI (Preecha Aesthetic Institute)
898/1 Sukumvit 55 Wattana, Bangkok
10110 Thailand

Tel: +662-715-0111

Fax: +662-715-0113

Email: consult@pai.co.th

MEETING POINT (AIRPORT)

The driver will be waiting for you at door number 4 (Meeting point) after exit from customs. The driver will stand by with your name and PAI  logo. [Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)]

HOTEL

Hotels are under cooperate and nearby PAI, starting from 50 USD to 100 USD. Rates are quoted in THB, USD/net/included of taxes and service charges. All non-commissionable rate. VISA/Master card is accepted.

  • Special apartment 68 sq.m-131 sq.m with one to two bedroom/1 queen/master size bed, 1 bathroom (shower and bathtub), pantry and dining area, 2 Bottled water – complimentary for daily contract, bathroom (separated shower & bath tub), cable / Satellite TV, free wifi, dining Table/Chairs, Internet Access (wireless), kettle, LCD TV, refrigerator, slipper, toaster, air Conditioner, bath amenities - complimentary for daily, electronic Door Lock, iron & Ironing Board (on request), kitchenette - Full Equipment, microwave, safety box.

 

  • Hotel - studio room 46 - 58 sq.m - Features & Amenities: 40-in LED, sofa, in-room safe, minibar refrigerator, refillable tea/coffee/water, blackout curtain, free wifi, slippers, bathroom with rain shower, 100% natural therapeutic spa toiletries Mt. Sapola, hair Dryer, toothbrush and toothpaste, shower cap as well as a washing machine.

LANGUAGE

Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Turkish and other languages upon request.

PASSPORT AND VISA

PAI can issue the letter to clarify with your local Embassy or Passport.

COST OF MEAL

Cost of living meal per day is 15-20 USD.

PAYMENT

The payment can be prepared in Cash by US dollar, Euro, Japanese Yen, Hong Kong Dollar, Singapore Dollar, Australia dollar. If using credit cards (VISA/Master card), the hospital will charged 3% for international transaction fee. This is only for surgery fees. Hotels are not charged for international transaction fee. An extra charged for HIV is 50% from total cost.

TOURIST VISA EXEMPTION (30 DAYS WITHOUT VISA)

Australia, Austria, Belgium ,Brazil ,Bahrain , Brunei Darussalam ,Canada, Denmark ,Finland ,France, Germany ,Greece ,Hong Kong ,Iceland ,Indonesia ,Ireland ,Israel ,Italy ,Japan ,South Korea ,Kuwait ,Luxembourg , Malaysia ,Monaco ,Netherlands ,New Zealand ,Norway ,Oman ,Peru ,Philippines ,Portugal , Qatar , Singapore ,Spain ,South Africa ,Sweden ,Switzerland ,Turkey ,United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom ,United States of America ,Vietnam.

AIRPORT IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS

Please present the supporting documents confirming the scheduled operation upon request. Please do not carry any unnecessary drugs or dangerous objects in your luggage.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Could you please recommend how to eat after dimple surgery?

A: After dimple surgery, you should take small bites with no wide mouth movements and no spicy foods for five days.

Q: How's painful dimple surgery?

A: Some might experience minor swelling in the area and feel the effects of the local anesthesia. However, feeling the effect will pass after a few hours.

Q: Is dimple surgery last long result ?

A: Yes it is. Dimple surgery is less likely move back to original. Still, this can be happen due from stitches, which just need for revision surgery.

Q: Is the dimples there all the time or only when you smile ?

A: After 1-3 month(s), this can see dimple while smiling or without smiling. After 3 months, stitches may loser and possibly unseen without smiling. However, this is also depend on case by case such as muscle + skin by individual person.

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