Teen Plastic Surgery

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Teen plastic surgery is a special area of plastic surgery because there are different issues that should be addressed when a teen seeks out plastic surgery. Often the first question that is asked regarding teen plastic surgery is "How old do I have to be?" The answer to this question can be more complicated than simply coming up with a good number, as there are a number of factors involved in deciding whether teen plastic surgery is appropriate. Teens can benefit from plastic surgery both physically and emotionally. The factors to consider when deciding if teen plastic surgery is right for an individual include: the growth stages of the body ; the extent of deformity ; what part of the body is under consideration ; the teen's needs, wants, goals, and perceptions of plastic surgery ; the parent child relationship ; and the actual age of the patient.

There are some procedures which may be inappropriate for teen plastic surgery. Breast enlargement is not usually performed in teens before the age of 18 because the breasts may still be developing. Teens experience major changes in their bodies for many years therefore liposuction may not be the appropriate solution for unwanted baby fat. Cheek implants may not be beneficial to enhancing a teen's appearance because the effects are subtle and facial features may still be developing.

There are a number of procedures that are appropriate for teen plastic surgery and may be discussed with a plastic surgeon to discover if you may be a good candidate for one of these procedures. Rhinoplasty, or nose-reshaping, is a common procedure in teen plastic surgery. In most cases the nose has finished developing by 13 or 14 in females and 15 or 16 in males. This type of surgery could greatly benefit a teenage r . Otoplasty, or plastic surgery of the ears, can be done even younger in cases where the ears protrude from the head or in cases of deformity. This plastic surgery procedure can be done as early as four or five years old.

Breast reduction may also be an appropriate teen plastic surgery for females as young as fifteen years old. Overly large breasts in teens can be the cause of emotional and/or physical anguish. Large breasts in teens can be embarrassing or can cause shoulder pain, back problems, and breathing difficulties. Teen plastic surgery to correct breast asymmetry may be possible for teens fifteen or older, though many doctors will advise waiting until the breasts have fully developed.

Gynecomastia, or excess glandular or fatty tissues of the breasts , is common in teen males and usually disappears at the end of puberty. Gynecomastia teen plastic surgery may be appropriate if the tissues have been present for more than two years, or if the problem is more severe.

If you feel that you might be a candidate for teen plastic surgery, you may wish to contact a plastic surgeon who can discuss your options with you.


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