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Dimpleplasty: A Detailed Elucidation-A Narrative Review
Rushabh Chordia1, Kalyani Bhate1, Sidhant Patil1
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr D Y Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr D Y Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pimpri-Pune-18, India.
Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery
|July 30, 2026
Summary
Dimpleplasty, a cosmetic surgery for creating facial dimples, is increasingly popular. This review synthesizes knowledge on its techniques, outcomes, and considerations for aesthetic enhancement.
Area of Science:
- Cosmetic Surgery
- Aesthetic Medicine
- Facial Anatomy
Background:
- Dimpleplasty is a cosmetic surgical procedure to create artificial facial dimples.
- The popularity of this aesthetic intervention is growing.
- Understanding the historical development and acceptance of dimpleplasty is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of dimpleplasty.
- To synthesize current knowledge on techniques, outcomes, and considerations.
- To classify and detail various dimpleplasty procedures.
Main Methods:
- Narrative review of existing literature.
- Classification of dimpleplasty techniques based on invasiveness and approach.
- Detailed description of common procedures like punch excision and suture techniques.
Main Results:
- Discussion of methodologies, advantages, and potential complications of different techniques.
- Exploration of the anatomical basis for natural dimple formation.
- Summary of efficacy, patient satisfaction, and psychological/social aspects.
Conclusions:
- Dimpleplasty is an established cosmetic procedure with varying techniques.
- Further research is needed to address gaps in understanding efficacy and long-term outcomes.
- Ethical considerations and patient satisfaction are key aspects of dimpleplasty.