Dimple Creation | Recovery and Downtime

During the first one to two weeks, the absorbable suture holds the dermal tether firmly in place, causing a continuous indentation. As internal biological healing occurs, controlled fibrous scar tissue forms between the skin and muscle. Once the suture dissolves between weeks 3 and 6, the skin relaxes in repose and only puckers inward when the smiling muscles contract.

Because external cheek skin remains completely unbroken, makeup, sunscreen, and skincare can be applied normally as long as vigorous pressure or deep cheek massage is avoided. Outward swelling is generally very subtle, resembling mild dental treatment.