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Dimple Creation Surgery in Mumbai
Dimpleplasty by Dr. Vicky Jain · Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
- Board Certified
- 17+ Years Experience
- International Training
What is Dimple Creation Surgery?
Dimple creation surgery, clinically called dimpleplasty, is a minor cosmetic procedure that creates natural-looking dimples on the cheeks or chin. The procedure takes 20 to 40 minutes under local anesthesia, requires no external incisions, and leaves no visible scars. Most patients return to normal activity the same day.
Natural dimples form because of a variation in the zygomaticus major muscle, where the muscle creates a small depression in the overlying skin during movement. Dimpleplasty replicates this anatomy by creating a controlled adhesion between the inner cheek and the underlying muscle. The result is a dimple that appears when you smile and, once fully healed, behaves the same way a natural dimple does.
Dr. Vicky Jain performs dimpleplasty for patients who want a subtle enhancement to their smile and facial expressions. Dimple placement is planned based on your facial proportions and smile dynamics so the result looks like it has always been there.
Types of Dimples You Can Create
Cheek Dimples
The most commonly requested option. Created on one or both cheeks, positioned based on facial proportions and how your cheeks move when you smile.
Bilateral Dimples
Symmetrical dimples on both cheeks. Placement on each side is marked and assessed independently to ensure the dimples appear balanced across different expressions.
Unilateral Dimple
A single dimple on one cheek for a distinctive, asymmetric look. Some patients prefer this for a more individual result.
Chin Dimple
A cleft chin appearance created through the same technique applied to the chin. Less common than cheek dimples and suits specific facial structures. Dr. Jain assesses whether your chin anatomy is appropriate for this during consultation.
How Dimple Creation Surgery is Performed
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia in a clinic setting. No hospital admission is required. Dr. Jain first marks the planned dimple position with the patient in a natural upright posture and smiling, confirming the location looks correct before proceeding.
A small incision is made inside the cheek, against the inner mucosal surface. No external incision is made. A suture is placed to create an adhesion between the inner skin and the cheek muscle at the marked point. This adhesion creates the depression that forms the dimple. The entry point inside the mouth is closed and no external stitches are required.
The total procedure takes 20 to 40 minutes. Patients experience mild swelling and minimal discomfort afterward. Normal oral hygiene and a soft diet for a few days are the main post-procedure requirements.
Recovery Timeline
Days 1 to 3
Mild swelling and tenderness inside the cheek. The dimple is visible even at rest during this period, which is normal and temporary.
Days 5 to 7
Swelling reduces. The dimple begins to appear more naturally, showing primarily when smiling rather than at rest.
Weeks 1 to 2
Most patients resume full normal activity. Oral hygiene is important during this period. The dimple continues to settle.
Weeks 3 to 4
Final result is visible. The dimple behaves dynamically, appearing on smiling and relaxing at rest, consistent with a natural dimple.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Dimpleplasty?
Dimpleplasty suits adults of any age who want to add dimples to their smile and have realistic expectations about the result. The procedure works across a wide range of facial structures and is suitable for both men and women. Patients do not need to have any specific facial concern beyond the desire for dimples.
Patients with active oral infections or poor wound healing conditions should not undergo the procedure until those issues are resolved. Patients who want a dramatic facial transformation are better suited to other procedures. Dimpleplasty is a subtle enhancement. Its value is in adding a specific feature that improves how your smile reads, not in changing the overall structure of your face.
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Cosmetic ConsultationFrequently Asked Questions
How long does dimple creation surgery take?
The procedure takes 20 to 40 minutes under local anesthesia. No hospital admission is required. Most patients leave the clinic within an hour of arrival.
Will my dimples look natural?
Yes, when placement is based on your facial proportions and smile dynamics. In the first 2 to 4 weeks, the dimple is visible even at rest due to healing. After this period, it appears only when you smile, which is how natural dimples behave.
Is dimpleplasty permanent?
Yes. The adhesion created between the skin and underlying muscle is permanent. In the early post-operative period, if a patient changes their mind, reversal is possible. Once fully healed, the result is long-lasting.
Are there visible scars after dimple creation surgery?
No. The incision is made inside the cheek against the inner mucosal surface. There are no external incisions and no visible scars.
Is the procedure painful?
Local anesthesia is administered before the procedure, so there is no pain during surgery. Mild soreness inside the cheek for 2 to 3 days afterward is normal and managed with standard medication.
Can I choose the position of my dimples?
Yes. Dr. Jain marks the position with you before surgery, assessing placement based on your facial proportions and how your cheeks move when you smile. The final position is confirmed with you before any incision is made.
Can dimpleplasty be combined with other procedures?
Yes. It is commonly combined with rhinoplasty, chin augmentation, lip augmentation, and fat grafting for patients who want multiple facial enhancements in a single session.
Who should avoid dimple creation surgery?
Patients with active oral infections, poor wound healing from systemic conditions, or unrealistic expectations about the degree of change the procedure produces. Dr. Jain assesses suitability during consultation and will advise against the procedure if your anatomy or health history makes it inadvisable.
