• A dimple creation procedure is relatively simple and is typically performed in the office, with the patient under local anesthesia, so that they may remain awake, but comfortable.
• Creating a dimple involves recreating this naturally occurring manifestation of the muscle.
• For cheek dimples, a strategically small incision along the inside of your cheek is made. By using this method, there is no visible scarring left.
• A stitch is then precisely placed through the inside of the cheek beneath the surface of the skin in the desired placement of the new dimple.
• When this stitch is tied, it causes a dimpling effect in the overlying skin.
• The procedure is similar when creating chin dimples. A chin dimple procedure does not leave any visible incisions or scarring on the outside of the patient’s face.

Surgery to create dimples can be done on any cheek or chin.

• There is practically no downtime after dimple creation.
• You will be allowed to return home with your new dimples-immediately following your procedure.
• You may experience some minor swelling in the treated areas. This is normal and will diminish.
• Discomfort is typically minimal and easily controlled with pain medication or cold compresses.
• You will need to sleep face-up, with your head elevated, for a minimum of 1 weeks after surgery to help control post-op swelling and protect your healing incisions.
• consume a liquid-only diet for a day or two after surgery. And soft diet for one week.
• At first, your new dimples will be visible without smiling, but within a few days to a few weeks time, the dimples will settle in and become more dynamic, meaning they will only appear when you smile, like a natural dimple.
• Because there are no visible scars or incisions on the outside, your new dimples will look completely natural.

The most important thing about planning your dimple creation is to choose the correct qualified Aesthetic plastic surgeon. More specifically, ensure that the chosen surgeon is routinely performing dimpleplasty surgeries.

MEDICATIONS

You must STOP the following medications approximately 2 weeks before surgery – blood thinners such as ecosprin, clopidogrel, warfarin etc, estrogen containing hormones, Vitamin E, ginseng, green tea, gingko balboa, garlic pearls, ayurvedic supplements.

SMOKING

It is imperative that you completely stop smoking for a minimum of 1 week prior to your planned date of surgery as it can significantly increase your risk for anaesthesia as well as delay wound healing and increase your risk for post-surgery complications.

FITNESS

You will be advised a set of routine pre-operative investigations to ensure that you are fit for anaesthesia and surgery.

During your initial consultation, you will meet with the plastic surgeon and staff. Your previous surgeries, your medical history, medications you are presently taking, and your overall physical and emotional health will be reviewed.

Position of dimple will be discussed. Photographs may be taken for your medical record.

Recovery time, risks and limitations associated with surgery will also be discussed. The doctor’s patient coordinator will review surgical costs and scheduling with you.

Once you have decided to pursue a dimpleplasty, Aesthetic international® stands ready to partner with you during this decision.

We are dedicated to our patients and open communication is never compromised. The better informed our patients are, the better they are at making their decisions.

We believe in providing the highest patient care and through your assigned patient advisor, you can be sure every consideration is made to ensure your expectations are the same as the final results.

Aesthetic international® has the latest technological advances to ensure your satisfaction with your breast lift. Our plasticsurgeon is highly educated and trained in all of the latest medical advances.