Pawalin Chuenputhi, MD

Dr. Pawalin Chuenputhi, also known as Dr. Palm, is a facial plastic surgeon at KKC Clinic. She holds dual board certifications from the Medical Council of Thailand and has over 21 years of experience in facial plastic surgery. Her main areas of focus are double eyelid surgery, facelift surgery, and facial lifting and tightening.

What sets Dr. Palm’s approach apart is her belief that good surgery should not change someone’s face. Instead, it should restore the confidence that fades over time, so the person looks like themselves at their best, not like a different person.

Medical Background

Dr. Palm earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, before pursuing specialized training in plastic and reconstructive surgery. She holds board certifications in both general surgery and plastic surgery from the Medical Council of Thailand.

Beyond her training in Thailand, she has completed observerships and hands-on training in South Korea, Taiwan, and the United States, focusing on double eyelid surgery, endoscopic facelift techniques, and deep-structure facial lifting. These experiences have shaped Dr. Palm’s view of facial surgery as a matter of proportion and balance, not just technique.

Clinical Experience

Over 21 years in plastic surgery, Dr. Palm has worked on both reconstructive and cosmetic cases, with particular focus on facial structure and the restoration of sagging skin. Her assessment of each case looks beyond the specific area to be addressed, taking in the overall facial proportions, the age of the skin, and results that fit with each person’s daily life.

Procedures Provided

Dr. Palm performs facial, neck, and eyelid surgery, including:

• Double Eyelid Surgery
• Facelift & Neck Lift
• Endotine Lift

Every procedure is planned around medical evaluation, the suitability of the facial structure, and the long-term results for each person.

Surgical Approach

Dr. Palm’s surgical approach starts with a detailed assessment of the facial structure, rather than following a one-size-fits-all template. For double eyelid surgery, she examines the orbital structure, the skin folds, and the relationship between the eyelid and the brow, designing each eyelid crease to suit the individual.

For facelift and neck lift surgery, the focus is on working with the SMAS layer and supporting the underlying tissue to restore firmness in a natural way. In some cases, an Endotine Lift may be used to help lift and tighten through smaller incisions and shorten recovery time.

Languages

• Thai
• English

Professional Experience

• 21 years in plastic, reconstructive, and cosmetic surgery
• Clinical experience in facial surgical procedures and post-operative care
• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
• Diplomate, Thai Board of General Surgery, The Medical Council of Thailand
• Diplomate, Thai Board of Plastic Surgery, The Medical Council of Thailand
• Observership, Craniofacial & Plastic Surgery Unit, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
• Hands-on Training, Endoscopic Forehead and Midface Lift, 26th Bellisma Endoscopic Facelift Workshop, Taipei, Taiwan
• Eyelid Surgery Workshop, Myoung Eyelid Plastic Surgery Clinic, Seoul, South Korea