Dimples convey a sense of fun, making a smile look more lighthearted and inviting. But not everybody is born with them. If you’ve been looking at dimpled faces with envy lately, then you may want to consider dimpleplasty.
Simply put, dimpleplasty gives you dimples. It’s the only way to get them if you weren’t born with them. Dimpleplasty is safe and simple.
If you decide to undergo dimpleplasty, the first thing your doctor will do is mark the precise area where he or she will be putting the dimples so you can approve. Once you give the go-ahead, you’ll be given a local anesthetic so you don’t experience pain. Your doctor may or may not sedate you, as well.
Once the anesthetic has kicked in, the doctor will open your mouth and make a small opening on the inside of each cheek. He or she will then proceed to make some small alterations to the muscles underneath in order to create the dimples. The incision is then closed with dissolvable stitches. Since it was on the inside of your mouth, there won’t be any visible sign you’ve had surgery.
Afterwards, you’ll be free to go! It only takes about half an hour to complete. Your doctor will give you some instructions on how to care for your mouth in the aftermath of the operation, but for the most part, you can resume your normal life almost immediatelyu2014only now, you’ll have the dimples you’ve always wanted.
