Dimpleplasty in Miami, FL
A dimple placed where your smile naturally creases, created through a small incision inside the cheek by our board-certified plastic surgeons.
- Board-Certified Plastic Surgeons
- Dr. Askari: 15+ Years of Experience
- QUAD A Accredited Facility
- No Incision on the Face
How Dimpleplasty Creates a Dimple
Dimpleplasty is a short cosmetic procedure that adds a dimple to one or both cheeks. A natural dimple forms where a cheek muscle tugs on the skin above it, and the procedure recreates that link on purpose.
Working inside the mouth, your surgeon places a dissolving stitch that joins a few fibers of the cheek muscle to the underside of the skin. As the area heals, a small band of tissue takes over from the stitch, so the skin draws inward when you smile.
Who Is a Good Candidate For Dimpleplasty
Dimple creation suits adults who want a small, lasting change to their smile. Your surgeon confirms candidacy after looking at your cheeks while you talk and smile.
- Adults in good general health
- Healthy gums with no active mouth infection
- Enough cheek fullness for a dimple to show
- Non-smokers, or ready to pause around the procedure
- A clear idea of the look you want
- Patients who prefer a subtle detail over a big change
Planning Where Your Dimple Sits
A dimple only looks natural when it lines up with your own expression. Most of the planning happens before the procedure, while you sit up and smile.
One Dimple or a Matching Pair
Some patients want a single dimple for a playful, uneven smile. Others want two that mirror each other. We look at your face from the front and at an angle before you decide.
Marking the Spot While You Smile
The position is usually where a line from the corner of the mouth meets a line down from the outer eye. Your surgeon adjusts it to where your cheek naturally folds and marks it before numbing begins.
Depth and How It Looks at Rest
A deeper dimple reads from across the room, while a softer one shows mostly up close. In the first weeks it often stays visible when your face is relaxed, then settles so it appears mainly with a smile.
Adding It to Other Facial Work
Because it is a short procedure under local anesthesia, a dimple can be planned alongside other facial treatments. Your surgeon tells you which combinations make sense for your face and recovery.
Your Plastic Surgeons
Dimpleplasty is a detail procedure, so a few millimeters matter. It is planned and performed by our plastic surgeons in our QUAD A accredited facility on Salzedo Street.
Dr. Morad Askari
Board-certified plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgeon with more than 15 years of experience.
Dr. David Gerth
Triple board-certified plastic surgeon focused on aesthetic surgery of the face, breast and body.
Read more about Dr. Askari and Dr. Gerth.
Care From the Whole Team
A small procedure still deserves full attention. Our staff and nurses stay with you from your first question to your follow-up visit.
"EVERY single person at the clinic is beyond kind. They go out of their way to answer questions, welcome you, and make you feel comfortable."Catie Warren, Google review
What to Expect from Dimpleplasty
Recovery from dimpleplasty is short. Timing varies from person to person, and your surgeon gives you written instructions for each stage.
Your Consultation
We look at your smile and cheek shape, talk through one or two dimples and mark where they would sit. You leave knowing your plan and what recovery looks like.
Procedure Day
The cheek is numbed with local anesthesia, a small incision is made inside the mouth and the stitch is placed. Most patients head home shortly afterward.
The First Week
Swelling and some tenderness inside the cheek are normal. Soft foods and the mouth rinse in your instructions keep the area clean, and many patients return to desk work within a day or two.
The Following Weeks
Swelling fades and the dimple settles into a crease that shows mainly when you smile. A follow-up visit checks how the inside of the cheek has healed.
Visit Our Miami, FL Office
2903 Salzedo St, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Our Miami office sits in the heart of Coral Gables, about 5 miles from Miami International Airport. Patients flying in can use our special rates at the Marriott Dadeland for extended stays, and our out-of-town patients page covers travel planning.
Cost of Dimpleplasty in Miami, FL
The cost of dimpleplasty in Miami typically falls in the $1,500 to $3,500 range, depending on whether you want one dimple or a matching pair and on the plan made for your face. Pricing varies between providers, and the most accurate figure comes from a personal consultation with one of our surgeons. Payment plans are available on our financing page.
Pairs Well With Other Facial Procedures
Some patients add a dimple while planning other work on the face. These are procedures we offer that are often discussed in the same consultation.
Lip Lift
Shortens the space under the nose to show more of the upper lip.
Learn MoreFacial Fat Transfer
Moves your own fat to restore volume in the cheeks and under the eyes.
Learn MoreDermal Fillers
Adds volume to lips, cheeks and folds without surgery.
Learn MoreDouble Chin Removal
Liposuction under the chin for a cleaner jawline.
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Dimpleplasty Questions
Is dimple surgery a real procedure?
Yes. Dimpleplasty, also called dimple creation surgery, is an established cosmetic procedure. A plastic surgeon creates a small attachment between the cheek muscle and the underside of the skin so a dimple forms when you smile.
Does dimpleplasty leave a scar on the face?
The incision is made inside the mouth, on the inner lining of the cheek, so there is no cut on the outside of the face. The small internal incision heals within the first weeks.
How long do dimpleplasty results last?
The dimple is designed to last, because it relies on a bond of healed tissue rather than the stitch alone. In the first weeks it often shows even at rest, then it settles and appears mainly when you smile. Depth can soften over the following months, which we talk through at your consultation.
Can I have one dimple instead of two?
Yes. Some patients want a single dimple on one cheek, others want a matching pair. Your surgeon marks the spot while you smile so it lines up with your natural expression.
When can I return to work after dimpleplasty?
Many patients go back to desk work within a day or two. Swelling and soreness inside the cheek are common for the first several days, and your surgeon gives you mouth care and diet instructions for that period.
How much does dimpleplasty cost in Miami, FL?
In Miami, dimpleplasty typically falls in the $1,500 to $3,500 range, depending on whether you want one or two dimples and on the plan made at your consultation. Your surgeon gives you an exact quote at that visit.
Who performs dimpleplasty in Miami, FL?
Our procedures are performed by Dr. Morad Askari, a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 15 years of experience, and Dr. David Gerth, a triple board-certified plastic surgeon who focuses on aesthetic procedures. Both operate in our QUAD A accredited facility.