Dimple creation surgery in Delhi costs between Rs. 25,000 and Rs. 60,000, depending on the surgeon’s experience, whether one or both cheeks are treated, and the facility. Dimple creation, also called dimpleplasty, is a short, minimally invasive procedure that creates a natural-looking indentation in the cheek using a small suture placed through the inside of the mouth. There are no external incisions and no visible scarring. The procedure takes under 30 minutes under local anaesthesia and has a very straightforward recovery. In 2026, it remains one of the most commonly requested minor facial aesthetic procedures at cosmetic surgery clinics in Delhi, particularly among young adults who associate natural dimples with a warm, expressive appearance.
What Is Dimple Creation Surgery and How Does It Work?
Natural dimples occur when a small portion of the cheek muscle, the zygomaticus major, is shorter than usual or has a slight structural variation that pulls the overlying skin inward when you smile. Dimpleplasty replicates this effect by creating a controlled fibrous connection between the inner cheek mucosa and the skin, so that when the facial muscles move during smiling, the skin is drawn inward at the chosen point.
Where Are Dimples Created?
The placement of a dimple is determined collaboratively by the surgeon and patient during consultation. The most common location is on the lower cheek, in the area that naturally creases during a smile. Your surgeon will guide you on the ideal placement based on your facial anatomy and the width of your smile, since a placement that does not align with your natural facial movement will look artificial. The right placement makes the difference between a result that looks naturally yours and one that appears added on.
What Does Dimple Creation Surgery Cost in Delhi?
The cost ranges from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 60,000. Bilateral dimples, meaning one on each cheek, cost more than a single dimple. The surgeon’s level of experience with facial procedures and the facility standard contribute to where within this range your cost falls. At Bliniq, the quoted cost covers the surgeon’s fee, local anaesthesia, the procedure itself, and a post-operative follow-up visit. Any prescribed aftercare medication is listed separately. You receive a written cost summary at the consultation before any decision is made.
How Is the Procedure Performed?
Dimpleplasty is performed under local anaesthesia as a day procedure, meaning you arrive, have the procedure, and go home the same day. The inside of the cheek is numbed with a local anaesthetic injection. The surgeon uses a small biopsy punch or surgical scissors to create a tiny opening in the inner cheek mucosa. A small amount of the buccal fat and muscle directly below the intended dimple site is addressed, and a suture is placed connecting the inner mucosa to the dermal layer of the skin from the inside. This suture creates the fibrous tethering that produces the dimple. No external cuts are made at any point. The procedure takes between 20 and 30 minutes per side.
What Is Recovery Like After Dimpleplasty?
Recovery is minimal compared to most surgical procedures. You may experience mild swelling and a feeling of tightness in the cheek for three to five days. Eating soft foods for the first week is advisable. Most patients return to normal activity the following day. The dimple is visible continuously during the initial healing period, even when you are not smiling, because of the suture holding the skin inward. Over four to six weeks, as the fibrous healing matures and the suture absorbs, the dimple becomes visible primarily when you smile, mimicking a natural dimple more closely. This gradual change is an expected and normal part of the healing process.
Patients who are also looking to improve skin quality and freshness in the facial area as part of their overall aesthetic plan may find that Mesotherapy complements their dimpleplasty result by improving skin hydration, tone, and luminosity. The two treatments are best spaced to allow adequate healing between them.
Are You a Good Candidate for Dimple Creation Surgery?
Dimpleplasty is suitable for any adult in good health who wants the appearance of natural-looking cheek dimples. It is not limited by skin type, age within the adult range, or gender. The most important factor is realistic expectations. A dimple created through this technique will look most natural during a smile and when your facial expression is relaxed. It is not a procedure that produces a dramatic change and is most appreciated by patients who have wanted dimples for years and understand the subtlety of the outcome.
This procedure is also sought by patients undergoing broader facial feminisation treatments. For those exploring a comprehensive approach to gender-affirming facial change, Bliniq also provides sex change surgery and a range of supporting facial procedures as part of its specialist care.
What Results Can You Expect?
The dimple created through this procedure behaves like a natural dimple in that it becomes most visible during smiling and facial animation. In the long term, some patients find that the dimple becomes slightly less pronounced over time as the fibrous connection matures, which is a natural outcome. A follow-up adjustment procedure can be performed if desired. Overall, the result is a subtle, characterful facial feature that most patients feel sits naturally with the rest of their appearance.
Takeaway: A well-placed dimple should look like something that was always there, not something that was added.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dimple creation surgery in Delhi costs between Rs. 25,000 and Rs. 60,000. Bilateral dimples cost more than a single dimple. At Bliniq, the final cost is confirmed at your consultation.
The dimple created by this procedure is intended to be long-lasting. In some patients, the dimple may become slightly less pronounced over time. A minor revision procedure can be performed if needed.
The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia. You will feel the initial injection, but no pain during the surgery itself. Mild tenderness in the cheek for a few days afterwards is normal.
Placement is carefully planned in relation to your natural smile line and facial anatomy. A well-placed dimple activates during facial movement and appears most natural when you smile, closely mimicking a naturally occurring dimple.
Most patients return to normal daily activity the following day. Soft foods are recommended for the first week. Social activities can resume within two to three days once any minor swelling settles.