Dr Hamid Ali Consulting her patient for Dimple creation surgery at glam Aesthetic clinic Dubai

Dimples are one of the most requested facial details in cosmetic consultations — a small detail that can noticeably soften and brighten a smile. Dimple Creation Surgery (Dimpleplasty) in Dubai & Abu Dhabi, part of our Cosmetic Surgery offering at Glam Clinic, creates natural-looking, permanent dimples on the cheeks or chin for patients who weren’t born with them, performed under the medical oversight of Dr. Hamid Ali Esmaeilpour and his surgical team.

Quick Facts:

  • Cost: AED 2,500 – 8,999, depending on technique and number of dimples
  • Procedure duration: 20–30 minutes
  • Anesthesia: Local
  • Downtime: 1–2 days for the surgical technique
  • Results visible: 1–2 weeks, fully settled by 1 month
  • Permanence: Surgical dimpleplasty is permanent; non-surgical options are temporary
  • Provider: Glam Clinic, under Dr. Hamid Ali Esmaeilpour’s surgical oversight

What Is Dimple Creation Surgery?

Dimple creation surgery, or dimpleplasty, is a minor cosmetic procedure that creates a natural-looking indentation on the cheek or chin, mimicking the appearance of a genetic dimple. The technique works by creating a small connection between the inner cheek muscle and the overlying skin — when you smile, that connection pulls the skin inward slightly, creating the dimple effect, exactly the way a natural dimple forms.

Results of Dimple Creation Surgery:

  • Dynamic, natural-looking dimples that appear specifically when you smile, rather than a permanent indentation visible at rest (which most patients prefer for a natural look).
  • Initial swelling masks the result for the first 1–2 weeks, after which the dimple becomes visible during smiling.
  • Full, settled results are typically visible within about 1 month.
  • Surgical dimpleplasty results are considered permanent once healed.

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Treatment Options at Glam Clinic:

Technique Sessions Detail Durability
Surgical Dimpleplasty 1 session Creates a permanent connection between cheek muscle and skin Permanent
Dermal Fillers 1 session Hyaluronic acid injected to mimic a dimple effect 6–12 months
Botox Injections 1 session Relaxes a specific muscle point to create a dimple-like effect 3–6 months
Thread Lift Dimple Creation 1 session Cosmetic threads used to create a dimple indentation 1–2 years

Patients wanting a permanent result typically choose surgical dimpleplasty, while those wanting to “trial” the look before committing sometimes start with dermal fillers or Botox — Dr. Hamid Ali Esmaeilpour can advise on the right starting point during your consultation. For more on the non-surgical options, see our Botox Injections and Dermal Fillers pages.

Where Can Dimples Be Created?

  • Cheek dimples — the most commonly requested, for a classic, youthful look
  • Chin dimples — a subtler, less common request
  • Lower cheek dimples — placed slightly lower for a distinct effect

You and your surgeon will mark the exact desired position together while you smile naturally, ensuring the final placement looks proportionate to your specific face.

Am I a Good Candidate?

Good candidates typically have:

  • A general desire for dimples for cosmetic reasons, with realistic expectations
  • Fuller cheeks, which tend to produce a more visible, natural-looking result
  • Good overall health, with no active infection or open wound in the treatment area
  • A clear, healthy mindset about the procedure’s cosmetic (not medical) purpose

The Procedure, Step by Step:

  1. Consultation and marking – your desired dimple position is marked while you smile, to ensure natural placement.
  2. Anesthesia – local anesthesia numbs the treatment area completely.
  3. Incision – a small incision is made inside the cheek (surgical technique), leaving no external, visible scarring.
  4. Tissue connection – a small amount of tissue is removed, and a suture connects the cheek muscle to the skin at the marked point.
  5. Closure – the incision is closed with dissolvable sutures that require no removal.

Recovery Timeline:

Time Frame What to Expect
Days 1–2 Mild swelling and tenderness; a soft-food diet is recommended
Week 1 Swelling begins to subside; dimple starts becoming visible when smiling
Weeks 2–4 Dissolvable sutures fully absorbed; dimple effect settles into its final look
Month 1+ Fully settled, natural-looking result

Aftercare Guidelines:

  • Stick to soft foods for the first few days
  • Avoid excessive facial movement or wide yawning during initial healing
  • Maintain good oral hygiene, including any doctor-recommended mouth rinse
  • Avoid touching or pressing on the treated area
  • Attend your scheduled follow-up appointment

Risks to Be Aware Of:

Dimple creation surgery is a low-risk, minimally invasive procedure, but as with any surgery, some risks exist:

  • Mild swelling or bruising, typically resolving within 1–2 weeks
  • Asymmetry between the two sides if double dimples are created, minimized through careful marking beforehand
  • Rare risk of infection, reduced significantly with proper aftercare
  • In very rare cases, the created dimple may soften or become less visible over time as swelling fully resolves

Cost of Dimple Creation Surgery in Dubai:

Dimple creation cost at Glam Clinic depends on the technique chosen and whether one or both cheeks are treated. Your exact price is confirmed after an in-person consultation.

Option Estimated Price (AED)
Single Dimple (Surgical) 2,500 – 4,999
Double Dimple (Surgical) 5,000 – 8,999
Dermal Filler Dimple Effect 1,200 – 2,000
Botox Dimple Effect 800 – 1,500

What affects your final price?

  • Surgical technique vs. non-surgical option
  • Single vs. double dimple
  • Surgeon’s experience
  • Any combined facial procedures

Frequently Asked Questions:

Yes, once the surgical technique has fully healed, the created connection between muscle and skin is permanent, meaning the dimple appears every time you smile going forward.

No visible external scar — the incision is made entirely inside the mouth, so there's nothing visible from the outside.

The area is fully numbed with local anesthesia during the procedure, so most patients feel only mild pressure, with some manageable soreness for a day or two afterward.

Initial swelling can mask the result for the first 1–2 weeks, after which the dimple becomes visible when smiling, with full settling by around one month.

Yes — your surgeon marks the exact desired position with you while you smile naturally, so the final placement looks proportionate to your face before any incision is made.

Good candidates are in good general health, have realistic expectations, and often have fuller cheeks, which tend to produce a more visible result — though most healthy adults are suitable candidates.

Surgical dimpleplasty creates a permanent muscle-to-skin connection, while non-surgical options like dermal fillers or Botox mimic the effect temporarily, typically lasting 3 months to 2 years depending on the method.

Surgical dimpleplasty results are considered permanent and are not typically reversed, which is why starting with a temporary filler or Botox option is worth discussing if you're unsure about committing long-term.

Yes — it's a minimally invasive procedure with a low complication rate when performed by an experienced provider, and Glam Clinic's surgical team will walk you through all risks and aftercare during your consultation.

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