Dimple Creation Surgery — Cheek & Chin Dimples, Lahore
Natural smile dimples. No scar on your face. About 30 minutes.
Dr. Muhammad Saleem creates natural-looking dimples from inside the mouth, under local anaesthesia. Placement is planned while you smile, so the dimple sits where a natural one would.
FCPS · FACS · Istanbul Aesthetic Fellowship · Same-day procedure
Dimple creation cost in Lahore, Pakistan
| Item | Cost (PKR) | Cost (USD, approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| One cheek dimple | 40,000 – 60,000 | ~$145 – 215 |
| Two cheek dimples | 55,000 – 80,000 | ~$195 – 285 |
| Chin dimple | 50,000 – 80,000 | ~$180 – 285 |
| Revision of a faded or uneven dimple | Quoted after assessment | — |
For comparison: dimple creation typically costs $1,500–3,000 in the US or UK.
Who performs the treatment
- FCPSPlastic Surgery, CPSP certified
- FACSAmerican College of Surgeons
- IstanbulAesthetic Fellowship, Medipol Hospital
- LahoreFaisal Town clinic, personally performed
Why patients choose Dr. Saleem
Dimple surgery looks small, but its success depends on precise placement and knowing the cheek’s nerves and salivary duct.
Placement planned while you smile
The point is marked in front of a mirror with you, so the dimple looks natural.
No outer scar
The procedure is done entirely from inside the mouth.
Safe anatomy
A plastic surgeon’s knowledge of the facial nerve branches and salivary duct lowers the risk of rare complications.
Follow-up and revision
If a dimple fades or looks uneven, it can be adjusted.
What is dimple creation surgery?
Natural cheek dimples happen because part of a smile muscle attaches to the underside of the skin. When you smile, it pulls a small spot of skin inward.
Dimple creation surgery, or dimpleplasty, recreates that attachment. Through a small cut inside the cheek, a tiny amount of tissue is removed and a dissolvable stitch links the muscle to the underside of the skin. As it heals, an internal scar holds the attachment, so the dimple appears when you smile. It can create:
- One cheek dimple, which many people find looks natural and charming
- A matching pair of cheek dimples
- A chin dimple (cleft chin), made through an incision inside the lower lip
About “non-surgical dimples”
Thread, filler or Botox “dimples” are offered by some clinics and parlours in Pakistan. They are not reliable ways to create a true dimple and usually fade quickly. Surgery is the only method with a predictable, long-lasting result.
Types of dimple surgery offered
Single cheek dimple
Usually placed on the side you smile more. Popular for a subtle, natural look.
Double cheek dimples
Placed and checked for symmetry on both sides.
Chin dimple
A small vertical groove in the chin. If the chin is small, chin augmentation may be recommended with it.
Dimple revision
Deepens a faded dimple or adjusts an uneven one.
Who is dimple creation suitable for?
Good candidates
- Healthy adults, usually 18 or older, who want dimples when they smile
- People with moderate cheek fullness, where dimples form most predictably
- Brides, grooms and anyone with an event at least 2 to 3 months away
- Men as well as women
May need to wait or choose another option
- Mouth ulcers, gum or tooth infection
- Very thin faces, where the dimple may look too deep
- An event within the next 6 weeks
- Smokers who can’t stop for 2 weeks, pregnancy or breastfeeding
The dimple creation procedure
Step 1 — Consultation and marking
One or two dimples are discussed and the exact point is marked on your cheek while you smile.
Step 2 — Local anaesthesia
Local anaesthetic is injected inside and outside the cheek. You stay awake and comfortable.
Step 3 — Creating the dimple
A small incision inside the cheek, a tiny amount of tissue removed, and a dissolvable stitch placed. About 20 to 30 minutes per dimple.
Step 4 — Going home
The same day, with antibiotics, painkillers and a mouthwash. Wait for the numbness to wear off before eating.
Dimple creation recovery timeline
- Days 1–3
Mild swelling and soreness inside the cheek. Soft food, lukewarm drinks and mouthwash after every meal.
- Week 1
Most people are back at work or college in 1 to 3 days. Avoid spicy food, very hot chai, chewing gum, nuts and paan.
- Weeks 2–6
The dimple usually shows even when your face is relaxed. This is expected and means the attachment is holding.
- 1–3 months
The dimple gradually shows mainly when you smile, like a natural one.
Early depth softens as the swelling settles, so don’t worry if it looks deep in the first weeks.
Side effects and risks
Expected effects are mild swelling, soreness and bruising for a few days.
Less common risks include uneven dimples, a dimple that fades over months (it can be deepened with a small repeat procedure), a dimple that stays visible at rest, infection, and rarely injury to the salivary duct or a facial nerve branch. These structures run close to the cheek, which is why this surgery should be done by a plastic surgeon.
Common concerns about dimple surgery
- Will it look natural?
- Placement is planned while you smile so it sits where a natural dimple would.
- Will there be a scar?
- No. The incision is inside the mouth.
- What if it fades?
- A faded dimple can be deepened with a small revision.
Expected results
- Natural-looking dimples when you smile
- No visible scar
- A long-lasting result in most people
Also see buccal fat removal for cheek contouring.
From our patients
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“From my first consultation to the follow-up care, I was treated with kindness, professionalism, and respect. Dr. Saleem took the time to explain everything clearly.”
Dimple creation questions patients ask first
How much does dimple creation cost in Lahore?
Typical 2026 prices are PKR 40,000 to 60,000 for one cheek dimple and PKR 55,000 to 80,000 for two.
Are surgical dimples permanent?
In most people, yes. In some people the dimple becomes fainter over time and can be deepened with a small repeat procedure.
Will the dimple show when I’m not smiling?
Usually for the first 2 to 6 weeks. After that it shows mainly when you smile.
Is there a scar on the face?
No. The incision is inside the mouth.
Can dimple surgery be reversed?
In the early weeks the stitch can be released, and later the attachment can usually be released surgically.
How long before my wedding should I get dimples?
At least 2 to 3 months before, so the dimple shows mainly when you smile.
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