Would a Plastic Surgeon Ever Deny a Prospective Patient Because of Age?

I am currently 23 years old. I have spent the past two years losing weight and have lost about 70 pounds. I am currently at my ideal weight. However I have very loose skin and stretch marks around the stomach and I wish to get a tummy tuck. I have done my research and know the risks associated with this surgery, but would a Plastic surgeon ever just deny someone due to age? I don't plan on having children for a very long time and would like to enjoy the results now instead of waiting years.

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Age Consideration With Plastic Surgery

When you consult with a Plastic Surgeon, certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery, you should expect a thorough interview and physical examination followed by a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of the proposed treatment options. There are many factors to be taken into consideration when considering surgery as an option. Age may be one of those options but it is not an arbitrary or solitary one. For example, it may be inappropriate to consider a cosmetic breast... more

Age and tummy tuck surgery

There are some operations that one will wait until the patient is 18. Otherwise, medical status is usually more important than age itself. Over a certain age, or with certain medical conditions, the surgeon may want the patient to be seen by a internal medicine or family practice doctor for clearance. In your case, best to see a board certified plastic surgeon. They should be able to guide you through the process.

Tummy Tuck and age

Hi, Age is not really too important unless in the young teenage years as far as consideration for body contouring. Even then, it can be considered on a case by case basis. Do your tummy tuck and be happy. There is so much that can be exciting with this procedure and you sound like you are in the ideal category for it. Choose your plastic surgeon wisely. This is the most critical step you will take in determining contours that you will have... more

Tummy tuck age?

Thank you for the question. No, age (whether young or elderly) is not an absolute contraindication to undergoing tummy tuck surgery. There is no magic age or life circumstance to wait before having the tummy tuck procedure. You will know physically (when you are at your baseline weight) and emotionally when you are ready to proceed with this major operation. This planning would involve making sure you have enough help for your newborn and yourself during the... more

Not in your case

But yes, i would deny if a 15 year old want a tummy tuck, or an 80 year old with medical problems.

Patient Refusal because of Age

It sounds as if you are an ideal patient for a tummy tuck as long as you are aware that a subsequent pregnancy will undo a lot of the benefit. I don't think anyone would refuse to operate on a 23 year-old as long as you know the benefits and risks of the procedure and again are aware of the consequences of a later pregnancy.

Age for a tummy tuck

If you are not planning to have children for quite some time and if you are a good candidate now for a tummy tuck and if you understand the potential consequences of having children aftre the surgery, there is no reason you couldn't have it done if you are really motivated to proceed now.

Age and plastic surgery

There are no strict age requirements when considering plastic surgery. If you are considering a tummy tuck for example, and have yet to have children, you are eligible for the surgery, as long as you realize when and if you do become pregnant, your contour may become compromised. This may or may not lead you to a revision surgery down the road when you are done having children. Each patient and each situation is unique so your particular case should be carefully evaluated by a board... more

Age and tummy tuck

With rare exception, age in and of itself is not a contraindication to surgery. As long as the request is a reasonable one and the patient understands the risks and benefits of the proposed cosmetic procedure, age does not generally factor into the equation. Surgeons look at things like medical and psychological history, physical exam and social issues like smoking and occupation in deciding who to operate on. Your story is a common one and I have done many tummy tucks on women in... more

Plastic surgeons give hope and encouragement

A large deal of what plastic surgeons do -- is to provide hope and encouragement to Live, Love and Laugh. At 23 years old, you have your entire life in front of you. If these concerns affect your ability to enjoy life then cosmetic surgery should be helpful.

Age is relative factor

Age is a relative factor, often because of associated risks or question of maturity in the younger patient. In general, cosmetic surgery is anatomically, and psychologically, based so it is the anatomy that drives the options. I do not feel that age should be a barrier to your goals as long as other factors are acceptable and you are mature enough, which you seem to be, to understand and accept the consequences of surgery. Congratulations on your weight loss and good luck!...