In some cultures dimples are considered a sign of particular appeal. Often this caveat draws attention in courtship.
In addition to the beautiful history with dimples is associated with many people will. The main meaning of all statements – people with such marks have to be happy and extremely lucky. If the holder of the pits - the guy, he must have a strong character, to be purposeful and self-confident.
Dimples in psychology and physiognomy
Specialists on psychology and physiognomy attributed to the owners of dimples such qualities as cheerfulness, cheerful character, independence and a penchant for an active lifestyle. Women with dimples are romantic, amorous, cheerful character. And psychologists say that such persons are extremely popular with members of the opposite sex.
Physiognomists noted not only the positive qualities of the owners of dimples, but also point to major weaknesses - selfishness and narcissism.
To determine the nature of the holder of dimples should pay attention to their location. If the depression on the left cheek is more severe, the person is persistence, ability to adapt quickly to new conditions, loves to stand out in any company. Brighter dimple on his right cheek, on the contrary, symbolizes impermanence, mobility and originality. The main feature of all holders of the distinguishing sign – the loving and friendliness.
Scientific explanation
From a scientific point of view, the appearance of dimples is explained by the special structure of the facial muscles. The fact that owners of small depressions in the corners of the mouth facial muscle is significantly shortened. Because of such features during the appearance of the smile, the skin shrinks, the fat layer rises slightly, and the place short facial muscles formed a familiar "dimple".
It is noteworthy that dimples are inherited. This is due primarily to the fact that a shortened facial muscle are genetically determined feature. With age, the dimples may appear or to disappear. It is connected also with features of the structure of the facial muscles and fat.
It is noteworthy that the "defect" that is so popular in society that many men and women turn to plastic surgeons to ensure that on their face appeared "the sign of Cupid". The operation is of short duration and not complicated. Experts make small incisions in the region of the corners of the mouth, removed a small amount of body fat and tightening the skin with surgical thread. As a result, the patient receives the coveted dimples. The shape of the depressions can also be corrected is to make them subtle, in the form of butterfly wings or curls.
It should also be noted that the holes may appear not only on the cheeks but on the chin, corners of the nose or eyes. The reasons for their occurrence are similar.