Dimple Creation

Dimples are one of those features people either have naturally or spend years wishing they had. They occur when there's a small gap in the cheek muscle beneath the skin. When you smile, that muscle pulls the skin inward, creating that characteristic indent. Most people are simply not born with this anatomy. Dimple creation surgery, or dimpleplasty, is a straightforward cosmetic procedure that replicates this structure artificially, giving you natural-looking dimples that appear when you smile.

It is a minimally invasive procedure done entirely from inside the mouth. There are no cuts on the surface of your skin, no visible scars, and no hospital admission required. The whole thing takes under an hour, and you can go home the same day.

• Desire dimples on one or both cheeks, or a subtle chin dimple
• Have realistic expectations about surgical outcomes
• Are in generally good health
• Have no active infections around the mouth or face
• Are not on blood-thinning medications (without prior discussion with our team)

The results of a well-performed dimpleplasty are quite natural.

• Dimples appear naturally when smiling or speaking, and are subtle at rest
• Creates a more expressive and confident appearance
• Can make the face look slightly slimmer and more defined
• Results are long-lasting yet confined to a very small area
• Reversible in concept

• Initial consultation to assess facial structure and determine ideal dimple placement
• Photographs taken for your file
• Local anaesthesia applied, no pain during the procedure
• Surgeon works through a tiny opening inside the mouth
• A small amount of tissue is removed, and a dissolvable suture is placed
• No external incisions, no stitches to remove, no facial dressing required

Most patients return to normal activities the same day. Follow these aftercare guidelines:

• Expect mild swelling around the dimple site for a few days; this settles on its own
• Take the prescribed antibiotics and mild pain relief as directed
• Use antiseptic mouthwash and maintain careful oral hygiene
• Stick to soft foods for the first week; avoid hard or fibrous foods
• Avoid vigorous exercise for approximately seven days
• Dimples will initially appear constantly; they settle into a natural smile-triggered pattern as healing progresses

The best candidates are adults in good general health who have a clear, realistic picture of what dimple creation achieves. We take time at UMC Victoria Hospital to ensure every patient understands what they are getting into; this is not a decision that should be rushed or made under pressure. If you have active oral infections, bleeding disorders, or uncontrolled systemic conditions, we will need to address those first. Our team will review your full medical history before proceeding.

At UMC Victoria Hospital in Kampala, cosmetic procedures are performed within a fully equipped multi-specialty hospital environment, meaning that if anything ever requires additional attention, the support is immediately available. Our cosmetic surgery team brings along international training expertise for dimple creation surgery in Uganda. We take the time to understand what you want, explain your options clearly, and ensure you leave with confidence in your decision, whatever that decision turns out to be. To schedule a consultation, contact our Department of Cosmetology.