Dimple Creation Surgery

Written by Medicure Medical Content Team - Medically reviewed by Dr. Umair Hafeez, MBBS
Last reviewed: 26 May 2026

Dimpleplasty is a Mini cosmetic surgical procedure that creates natural-looking dimples on the cheeks (or chin) for people who don’t have them naturally. It’s a minimally invasive, quick procedure with high patient satisfaction rates.

How Does it Work?

The surgeon creates a small indentation in the cheek muscle (buccinator muscle) and attaches it to the skin with sutures, forming a permanent dimple.

Types of Dimple Creation Dubai:

1. Permanent Dimple Creation – The dimple remains visible at all times.

2. Dynamic (Natural-Looking) Dimpleplasty – The dimple appears only when people smile (most common).

Steps of Dimpleplasty:

1. Consultation – The surgeon marks the desired dimple location (usually 1–2 cm from the corner of the mouth).

2. Anesthesia – Local anesthesia is applied (no general anesthesia needed).

3. Incision – A small cut (2–3 mm) is made inside the cheek (no external scarring).

4. Suture Technique – The inner cheek muscle is stitched to the skin, creating a dimple.

5. Completion – The procedure takes 15–30 minutes per dimple.

Recovery & Aftercare

• Swelling & Discomfort: Mild swelling for 3–5 days.

• Pain Level: Minimal (manageable with OTC painkillers).

• Eating & Talking: Soft diet recommended for 2–3 days.

• Final Results: Visible after 2–4 weeks (once swelling subsides).

Potential Side Effects

✔ Temporary numbness.
✔ Mild bruising/swelling.
✔ Slight asymmetry (rare, usually corrects itself)
❌ Very low risk of infection or suture reaction.

Cost of Dimpleplasty in Dubai:

• $500–$2,500 (depends on surgeon, location, and number of dimples).

• Estimated Cost of Dimple Creation Dubai Starts with 1000 AED.

• Usually not covered by insurance (considered cosmetic).

Pros & Cons of Dimple Surgery

✅ Pros

• Quick, low-risk procedure

• Minimal downtime

• Natural-looking results

• Permanent (if desired)

❌ Cons

• Slight risk of asymmetry

• Temporary swelling & discomfort

• Rare cases of dimple fading over time

Who is a Candidates?

✔ Healthy individuals with no active facial infections
✔ People with fuller cheeks (better results)
✔ Those wanting enhanced facial aesthetics

Not Ideal For:

• People with very thin faces (may look unnatural)

• Those with keloid scarring tendencies

Alternatives to Surgical Dimpleplasty

• Non-surgical dimple creation (temporary clips/bands)

• Fillers Treatment (temporary indentation, not common)

FAQs about Dimple Creation Surgery

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Dimpleplasty is a safe, effective way to create natural-looking dimples with minimal downtime. Choose a board-certified plastic surgeon for best results.