Are Dimples Face Deformities?

Cheek dimples are technically known as Fovea buccalis. They occur in both sexes without any preponderance. It is a genetic defect or deformity that causes the irregular growth of a certain facial muscle during embryonic development. ... It's aligned diagonally beneath the cheek and is called the zygomaticus major

Are dimples a deformity?

Dimples are actually small folds in the fleshy part of the cheek. It is actually a deformity in the muscles. Dimples are caused by this deformity which causes the skin of the cheek muscle to draw tightly as it moves, which causes the indentation.

Why are dimples so attractive?

There are a few ideas around: one is that dimples remind us of the faces of babies and young children, which have evolved to be extremely attractive to humans. ... Equally, dimples might be an aid to sexual attractiveness: if people notice your face more, there's an added chance they might want to make babies with you.