I am turning 17 and I really want a nose job. Am I ready for one? What is the process?

Before talking about age, it is important for your parents to be supportive of your decision to have rhinoplasty because not only do they have to sign the consent form (until you are 18), you would most likely need their help and support after surgery. As for age, girls can have rhinoplasty typically after they are 15 1/2 years old. At that age, the nose is typically done growing, so it is possible, assuming you are a good candidate.

Most patients at 17 are ready to undergo rhinoplasty, from the physical (appearance, end of the growth spurt, etc) and emotional standpoints. Parental consent will be required and parental involvement is important in the process of selecting the right surgeon. Consider seeing several rhinoplasty surgeons and ask for simulation and before and after photos, as these will be invaluable in making a decision about your surgery. Good luck,Grigoriy Mashkevich, MDNew York Facial Plastic Surgeon

In most cases girls turning 17 have matured enough emotionally and physically to go through the rhinoplasty process. Make sure you look for a very experienced rhinoplasty surgeon for best results. Parental consent will be required up until age 18. It would be a good idea to make 2-3 consultations with  very experienced rhinoplasty surgeons in your area, to get an idea what can can be accomplished along with computer imaging done in the office.