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Disaster Dimple Surgery - Bondi, AU
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I had a dimple sugary done on one cheek and it has...
eluiseSeptember 18, 2015
$1,500
I had a dimple sugary done on one cheek and it has been a disaster. I followed the Dr's advice about the placement but I should have been more forceful in suggesting where I would like to placed. He just got a black marker and plonked a spot on my face without even considering how it would look in relation to my natural dimple on the other side or the placement on my check. After alot of swelling I was very unhappy and wanted to get it reversed, which he wanted me to wait, had I have had it reversed sooner I might not have been left with this permanent indent on my cheek, the scar is also visible from the skin, when not smiling. The dimple surgery is meant to be internal not visible from the skin on the outside so it was made too deeply and botched basically.
I deeply regret this surgery with this doctor which has cost alot of money and pain for a botched job.
I deeply regret this surgery with this doctor which has cost alot of money and pain for a botched job.
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September 27, 2015
Thank you for the feedback, it's always welcome. We are concerned to read that you have not had a positive experience as we place great value on ensuring patients are satisfied.
With any cosmetic procedure there are always a very small percentage of cases where a patient is not satisfied or comfortable with the result regardless of how successfully the procedure is executed.
Dimple creation surgery typically delivers an exaggerated early result which you would have been advised about during your consultations. Dr Drielsma places great importance on outlining the potential risks and benefits of any surgery and sees this as an important part of his role.
The placement of the dimple is always the patients choice based on Dr Drielsma's guidance taking into consideration facial movements. In your case, you would have made the final decision before the procedure commenced.
It's natural for any patient, when they have a result they think is unsatisfactory, to seek to have it reversed immediately. This approach is not advised. Over time, swelling resolves and the results soften to create a natural dimple and patients typically become more familiar with the result and finally begin to enjoy the outcome. Any change to our appearance can initially be confronting.
Dr Drielsma has a policy of being open and consultative and you would have been encouraged to return for ongoing reviews until you were satisfied with your result, without incurring additional fees. This is a commitment Dr Drielsma makes to all of his patients.
Our door is always open. We would be happy to be see you.
Dr Drielsma and the team at Sydney Cosmetic Plastic Surgery
With any cosmetic procedure there are always a very small percentage of cases where a patient is not satisfied or comfortable with the result regardless of how successfully the procedure is executed.
Dimple creation surgery typically delivers an exaggerated early result which you would have been advised about during your consultations. Dr Drielsma places great importance on outlining the potential risks and benefits of any surgery and sees this as an important part of his role.
The placement of the dimple is always the patients choice based on Dr Drielsma's guidance taking into consideration facial movements. In your case, you would have made the final decision before the procedure commenced.
It's natural for any patient, when they have a result they think is unsatisfactory, to seek to have it reversed immediately. This approach is not advised. Over time, swelling resolves and the results soften to create a natural dimple and patients typically become more familiar with the result and finally begin to enjoy the outcome. Any change to our appearance can initially be confronting.
Dr Drielsma has a policy of being open and consultative and you would have been encouraged to return for ongoing reviews until you were satisfied with your result, without incurring additional fees. This is a commitment Dr Drielsma makes to all of his patients.
Our door is always open. We would be happy to be see you.
Dr Drielsma and the team at Sydney Cosmetic Plastic Surgery
Hi there, and welcome! Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. I hope you'll get lots of support from the community.