Dimpleplasty
Dimples are widely considered a sign of charm and warmth — a feature that animates the face and gives a smile its unique character. For those who were not born with them, dimpleplasty offers a simple, precise way to create natural-looking dimples that enhance the face every time you smile.
What is Dimpleplasty?
Dimpleplasty is a minor surgical procedure that creates permanent dimples on the cheeks — or occasionally the chin — by placing a small suture through the inner surface of the cheek to create a subtle indentation in the overlying skin. The procedure mimics the natural anatomy of a dimple, which occurs when a small fibrous connection between the facial muscle and skin causes the skin to draw inward with movement. When performed well, the result is entirely natural — visible when smiling and subtle at rest.
Is Dimpleplasty
RIGHT FOR YOU?
Dimpleplasty is one of the most straightforward procedures in facial aesthetics, but placement and proportion are everything — and the decision deserves the same careful consideration as any surgical procedure.
Dimpleplasty is suitable for most healthy adults who desire dimples and have realistic expectations about the outcome. There are no significant anatomical prerequisites, though the thickness and quality of the skin and underlying tissue will influence the precise technique used. Candidates should be in good general health, free from active skin conditions in the area to be treated, and clear about the size, depth, and position of the dimples they would like to achieve.
Patients seek dimpleplasty simply because dimples are a feature they have always wished they had — one that they feel would add character, warmth, and individuality to their smile. Unlike many cosmetic procedures, the motivation is rarely about correcting a concern but about adding something personal and expressive. For many patients it is a small change with a disproportionately meaningful impact on how they feel about their appearance.
How it Works
Dimpleplasty is performed under local anaesthesia and is typically completed in under thirty minutes, making it one of the quickest procedures in facial aesthetics. Despite its simplicity, precision in placement is essential to achieving a result that looks natural and suits the individual face. Here is what the process looks like:
- Consultation and planning — Dr. Dyrmishi works closely with you to determine the ideal position, size, and depth of your dimples, marking the placement carefully to ensure symmetry and a result that complements your facial proportions.
- The surgery — A tiny incision is made on the inner surface of the cheek — with no external cuts — through which a small suture is passed to create a controlled connection between the cheek muscle and skin, producing the characteristic inward draw of a dimple.
- Immediate recovery — Mild swelling and bruising inside the cheek are expected for the first few days; most patients return to normal daily activity almost immediately, though the final appearance of the dimple continues to settle over several weeks.
- Long-term results — Dimpleplasty produces permanent results; in the early weeks the dimple may be visible even at rest as swelling causes temporary scar tissue to form, but this softens over time until the dimple appears naturally only with smiling.
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Dr. Ervin Dyrmishi brings together a strong medical background, advanced ENT and head and neck surgery training, and a refined understanding of facial anatomy and aesthetics. He graduated magna cum laude with a joint medical degree from the University “Our Lady of Good Counsel” in Tirana and the University of Rome “Tor Vergata,” and has continued his professional development through international courses in aesthetic and functional septorhinoplasty, rhinology, otology, temporal bone surgery, and head and neck surgery.
His clinical experience includes ENT emergency care, microsurgery, surgical patient management, head and neck procedures, and daily diagnostic evaluation, giving patients a careful, structured, and well-rounded approach to both medical and aesthetic care.
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Faqs
Frequently Asked Questions
In the weeks immediately following surgery, the dimples may appear even when the face is at rest, as temporary scar tissue keeps the connection taut. This gradually softens over six to eight weeks until the dimples behave much like natural ones — appearing with smiling and animation, and less so at rest. The degree to which they remain visible at rest varies between patients and depends on the depth of the suture placed, which is discussed and agreed upon during consultation.
Dimpleplasty is performed under local anaesthesia, so the procedure itself is not painful. Patients may feel mild pressure or movement during surgery but should not experience discomfort. Afterwards, some tenderness and mild swelling inside the cheek are normal for a few days and are easily managed with over-the-counter pain relief. Most patients are surprised by how comfortable the experience is overall.
Dimpleplasty is considered a permanent procedure, though it is worth noting that results can vary over time as the suture matures and the tissue settles. In some cases the dimple may soften or become less defined over the years. Full surgical reversal is not straightforward, which is why careful consultation and considered decision-making before proceeding are so important. Dr. Dyrmishi will ensure you are fully informed before any commitment is made.
Yes — placement is decided collaboratively during your consultation. Dr. Dyrmishi will assess your facial proportions and smile dynamics to recommend positions that will look most natural for your specific face, and will mark these for your review and approval before proceeding. While patient preference is always central to the discussion, Dr. Dyrmishi’s guidance on placement is informed by a thorough understanding of facial aesthetics and what will produce the most harmonious result.
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