Should Teens Get Plastic Surgery?

I shared my professional opinion with FOX News about the growing number of teens asking for plastic surgery as a graduation gift, particularly breast augmentation and rhinoplasty procedures.  see video

Teenagers who are still growing physically should not get cosmetic rhinoplasty. Generally speaking from a physical standpoint, once the shoe size is stable for 2 years, there is less likely a chance that the nose will change size. Just as importantly, a factor to consider with teenagers is the emotional and mental maturity required to undergo rhinoplasty. Some patients may be excellent candidates for rhinoplasty, however other patients may lack the maturity to proceed. It is also... more