Enticing Dimples: A Novel Observational Study Comparing the Preexisting Landmarks for Facial Dimple Creation Using...

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Aesthetic Medicine
• Facial Anatomy

Background:

• Dimpleplasty is a popular cosmetic procedure for creating dimples.
• Optimal dimple placement is currently subjective and lacks standardized guidelines.
• Facial proportions significantly influence aesthetic outcomes in cosmetic surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

• To determine the optimal placement for dimple creation using a three-dimensional (3D) model.
• To evaluate aesthetic preferences for different dimple placement points based on facial proportions.
• To provide data-driven insights for individualized dimpleplasty outcomes.

Main Methods:

• A 3D facial model was utilized to simulate dimple creation at three distinct points: Point A, Point B (Khoo Boo-Chai point), and Point C.
• Panelists assessed dimple placement on faces with varying proportions, analyzed using three key facial ratios.
• Aesthetic appeal ratings were collected for each dimple site in relation to specific facial ratios.

Main Results:

• Point A was favored on wider faces (lower ratio 1).
• Point B demonstrated preference on elongated faces (higher ratio 1) and faces with lower ratio 2, achieving the highest overall aesthetic rating.
• Point C was preferred on faces with higher ratios 2 and 3, indicating suitability for mid and lower facial thirds.

Conclusions:

• Facial proportions are critical for achieving optimal and individualized dimple placement in dimpleplasty.
• The Khoo Boo-Chai point (Point B) showed the highest average preference for balanced aesthetics.
• Simulation software can aid in patient consultation to determine the ideal dimple creation site.