Dimple Creation Surgery in Mumbai – Interview with Dr Siddharth Prakash

 

When I arrived at the sleek clinic of Ambrosia Aesthetics in Andheri West, I introduced myself as a medical journalist keen to explore dimple creation surgery in Mumbai, and asked Dr Siddharth Prakash to guide me through his approach. What followed was a detailed conversation—grounded in his credentials, clinic environment, treatment nuances and patient care—that I will share here in a balanced and informative tone.

Qualifications, Experience & Clinic Setup

Dr Siddharth Prakash holds an MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DNB (Plastic Surgery) and is internationally trained. He has pursued fellowships at premier institutions including a fellowship in aesthetic & cranio-facial surgery at Harvard Medical School / Massachusetts General Hospital in the USA, training in facelift techniques at New York University School of Medicine and in breast & body‐contouring surgery at the Ivo Pitanguy Institute in Brazil. He is a member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ISAPS) and practices at top hospitals in Mumbai as well as at his clinic Ambrosia Aesthetics.

During my visit to the clinic, I observed that Ambrosia Aesthetics has a modern consultation and procedure . Dr Prakash told me that the environment is designed to support outpatient cosmetic procedures with a focus on safety, cleanliness, patient comfort and minimal downtime. According to the clinic site, he lists “Dimple Creation” among his signature procedures with “virtually no scars”.

The Conversation on Dimple Creation Surgery in Mumbai

When we spoke about dimple creation surgery in Mumbai, Dr Siddharth Prakash explained that the procedure—also known as dimpleplasty—is a minor cosmetic surgery intended to create natural‐looking cheek dimples in patients who do not have them congenitally. On the clinic’s website, Ambrosia states that he “specialises in dimple creation surgery in Mumbai without scars”.

He emphasised that the first step is a detailed consultation: the surgeon and patient together mark the exact position of the future dimple (considering facial symmetry, smile line, cheek muscle insertion) and discuss realistic expectations. Because dimples involve a subtle anchorage of dermis to underlying muscle, the technique must be precise.

Dr Prakash noted that the procedure is typically done under local anaesthesia, day‐care, and the recovery is relatively swift compared to major surgery. The key components in his technique include intra‐oral incision (so no visible external scar), carefully anchoring the cheek muscle (buccinator or zygomaticus region) to create the crease, and close follow-up to monitor healing and dimple depth.

He also candidly pointed out that the final depth and appearance of the dimple can vary depending on individual healing, skin thickness, cheek anatomy and muscle dynamics. While dimples are often permanent, over time the prominence may reduce slightly – and small revisions are possible.

Other Doctors, Pros & Cons of the Treatment

For comparative context, two other Mumbai‐based doctors who perform dimple creation surgery are:

• Dr Vishal Patel (Plastic Surgeon, Mumbai) – he lists bilateral dimple creation surgery cost in Mumbai at approximately ₹35,000 to ₹45,000 depending on customization.
• Dr Mohan Thomas (Cosmetic Surgeon, Mumbai) – his published cost range is ~₹40,000 to ₹75,000 depending on side (single/bilateral), anaesthesia, hospital stay.

Pros of Dimple Creation Surgery:

• Can deliver a permanent facial feature enhancement (cheek dimples) in a relatively short procedure.
• Minimal downtime, especially if done outpatient and under local anaesthesia.
• No external visible scar (if intra‐oral approach used) in experienced hands.
• May boost self‐esteem for patients seeking a cosmetic change.

Cons of Dimple Creation Surgery:

• While generally safe, as with any surgical procedure there are risks: asymmetry, uneven dimple depth, swelling, infection, alteration in smile muscle dynamics.
• The final outcome depends on individual healing and anatomy—patient expectations must be realistic.
• If done by less experienced surgeon, risk of overly deep or unnatural‐looking dimple.
• Additional cost if revisions are needed.

Approximate Cost Range

From aggregated data:

• On one online directory list, cost in Mumbai is shown starting at ~₹16,500, average ~₹30,800, up to ~₹55,000.
• Another source indicates ₹35,000 to ₹60,000 for dimpleplasty in Mumbai.
• The clinic site for Ambrosia simply lists the procedure without giving exact figure.

So for budgeting purposes one might expect a cost in the range of ₹30,000 to ₹60,000 depending on surgeon, bilateral vs unilateral, anaesthesia, facility and any additional revision/aftercare.

Precautions & After-care Advice Shared by the Doctor

Dr Siddharth Prakash shared several practical after‐care and precaution points in our conversation:

• Avoid heavy chewing and vigorous facial movements for the first few days, because the area around the newly created dimple involves the cheek muscle and soft tissue.
• Keep the mouth hygiene good (since intra-oral incision) to prevent infection. Avoid spicy/hard foods that irritate the area.
• Swelling and mild bruising are expected; plan for a week of minor downtime.
• Maintain follow-up visits: often surgeon will review the healing at 1 week, 4 weeks and 3 months to assess dimple depth, symmetry and any need for adjustment.
• Protect from sun exposure: cheek skin may be slightly tender and sun-damage can affect scar maturation.
• If patient has a history of poor wound healing, keloids or hypertrophic scars, this procedure may require more careful planning.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol in immediate post-operative period, because they can impair tissue healing.
• Dr Prakash emphasised that patients must understand that dimples will likely be more prominent initially; as swelling subsides the appearance settles to a natural depth. Also, the dimple may appear both at rest and on smile for first 6-8 weeks, later it may only appear on expression.
• If the patient desires bilateral dimples, slight asymmetric healing is a possibility; discuss this during consultation.

My Take as a Medical Journalist

From my first-hand visit and interview, I would recommend Dr Siddharth Prakash at Ambrosia Aesthetics for those considering dimple creation surgery in Mumbai, especially if you prioritise an experienced plastic‐surgery lead clinic, clear explanation of risks, and a modern day-care setup. Of course, as a journalist and not a patient I stress you should still explore multiple consultations, ask about revision policy, see before/after, and ensure you are comfortable with the clinic’s follow-up approach.

In cosmetic procedures like dimple creation, surgical skill matters as much as realistic expectations. The difference between an optimal result and an overly artificial or mis‐aligned one can hinge on subtle technique. In my discussion, Dr Prakash came across as transparent about limitations which to me is a positive sign.

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