Can You Attend a Consultation when You Are 17, to Eventually Have the Procedure when You Are 18?

Hi PhoebeC21,

It is a good idea to have a consultation with an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon who will give you the information necessary to make an informed decision. A parent will need to come with you. Good luck.

Dr. Tom Kaniff

This may sound like bad news, but I have found it greatly important to have family support on your side if you're considering nose job surgery.

In my practice, if parents are not on-board with the plan of the surgeon and teen, it's usually a good idea to hold off on surgery. While you're a minor, the opinion of your parents reigns supreme.

All the best to you.

Dr. Joseph

Physically, as long as you are past your growth spurt, you are physically ready for rhinoplasty. It is more about emotional maturity and how you approached this decision. Legally, however, for any medial treatment you need a parent's consent, even if it's just an examination. If you want to come without a parent you need writted consent from them.