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At What Age is It Safe to Have Smart Lipo?

asked 3 years ago by djw in plantation , florida
Latest answer by David Shafer, MD
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Tags: age 18-24, male, safety

My 20-year-old son wants Smart Lipo on his abdomen. I don't know if being so young matters. What age is safe for someone to have Smart Lipo?

2 answers to At What Age is It Safe to Have Smart Lipo?

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There are no physical contraindications

DJW, There are no physical contraindications to Smartlipo for your son, age 20. As long as he is psychologically well adjusted and understand risks and benefits of the procedure, he should be fine. Smartlipo may be a good choice for him, since it does not require general anesthesia and has a minimal recovery time. Good luck. David Shafer, MD New York City
David Shafer, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

www.ShaferPlasticSurgery.com

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Age is Relative

Hi- I think the most important things to understand about the safety of any aesthetic procedure in a young person is not necessarily the age of the patient, but their general health and their level of maturity and understanding of the procedure involved, its risks, and the recovery they should expect. An otherwise healthy young man of 20 years with a healthy perspective on his aesthetic goals and a clear understanding of the procedure involved, with its most likely recovery period and all... more
Armando Soto, MD

Orlando Plastic Surgeon

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