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Age 16 - What Do You Recommend for My Nose?

asked 1 year ago by teengirl15 in USA
Latest answer by Gregory Pippin, MD
Question viewed 317 times
Tags: age 17 or under, female, options

I'm tired of having my dad's nose. I've always been self concious about it. I'm 15 now and thinking about asking for rhinoplasty when I am 16. Do you think I need it? (I sure do) and what do you think I need to do to my nose? Thanks!

13 answers to Age 16 - What Do You Recommend for My Nose?

A Natural Looking Nose that will age well with you

Noone needs Cosmetic Surgery but it is often desirable so if it will make you feel better about yourself and you are psychologically ready at age 16 ,that is reasonable. It would be good to see a frontal view but from the side view, it appears that you have a dorsal hump and a bulbous nasal tip. You have good overall nasal structure so you should do well with an open rhinoplasty to accomplish these goals., The key in doing a rhinoplasty in your age group is to be very... more

Rod J. Rohrich, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty is possible at 16

The "need" for rhinoplasty is based on your concerns. If you are self concious about your nose, seek a consultation with a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon. Based on the photo provided, it appears you have significant natural beauty. You do have a small hump on your nose. It is difficult to tell from the photo, but you might have a weak chin as well. Study what bothers you and share this with your surgeon. Seek multiple opinions. ... more

Gregory Pippin, MD
New Orleans Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.pippinmd.com

Rhinoplasty age

For young women 16 is probably okay to have a rhinoplasty as long as you are of adult height and have stopped growing.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

The Right Age for Rhinoplasty

Age 15-16 is a perfectly acceptable age for Rhinoplasty in a young woman. Deciding factors would be the maturity level of the patient, the support of the parents and of course the ability to see a physical problem that can be corrected. For most patients a conservative surgery, leaving the patient with a natural result is the goal. It's also important to have a good idea in your own mind as to what you would like to see changed about the nasal appearance. Good communication between... more

Jon F. Harrell, DO
Miami Plastic Surgeon

www.westonsurgery.com

16 and Wanting a Rhinoplasty

Your question is a fairly common question that I encounter. 15 is a little early for Rhinoplasty but some patients are appropriate for surgery at that age. One issue to consider is whether your lower face is still growing. From your photo, it looks as if your chin projection has a little way to develop. The chin's relationship to the nose is an important one, especially when considering whether to depreject the tip or leave it where it is currently. That question is critical,... more

Richard W. Westreich, MD
Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon

Suggested Nose Changes for a 16 year old Girl

Regarding: "Age 16 - What Do You Recommend for My Nose? I'm tired of having my dad's nose. I've always been self concious about it. I'm 15 now and thinking about asking for rhinoplasty when I am 16. Do you think I need it? (I sure do) and what do you think I need to do to my nose? Thanks!" No one really "NEEDS" a nose job (the way they may need a burst appendix removed or worse). Cosmetic surgery is I WANT surgery - NOT I NEED surgery. Do... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Need for Rhinoplasty

Since rhinoplasty is elective cosmetic surgery, no one but you can decide if you need it or not. Since you think you do, discuss your desires with your parents. If you and they agree to proceed, consult a qualified Plastic Surgeon. Explain to him/her exactly what bothers you and what you would like to change. Again, only you can decide what needs to be done to your nose. Your surgeon's job is to decide how to achieve your desired result.

Robert T. Buchanan, MD
Highlands Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty at age 16

What I see from the picture is that you have a moderate nasal bridge hump. I think, in general, your nose is over projected. For the best aesthetics, I think you will need to reduce the hump and the whole nose would look better set back more. In terms of need, you don't need plastic surgery like you would cancer surgery. However, there is research out there that shows relationships between how your mood is and how your immune system works. It has been sort of... more

Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty at age 16

You have asked us two questions. As far as what age to do a rhinoplasty, it varies somewhat. I will do a rhinoplasty in a 15 year girl who is emotionally and physically mature whereas I may delay a 16 year old boy until they are 17. A lot depends on the patient and there are no hard and fast rules. As for the second question, I can't answer that, you have to. You do have a nose that in profile has a bump and there may be other things to treat as well that... more

Steven Schuster, MD
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

www.schusterplasticsurgery.com

Rhinoplasty, when you are ready

Everyone has a idea of what others should do, or how they should look. The most important person is you. If you are committed to idea of rhinoplasty start collecting your dream of the best nose for you. It will be helpful if the surgeon you see is familiar with computer imaging. In this way you can work with your photos and 'try out' changes before surgery. This can take some of the doubt about how you should look, or want to look, and help guide your surgeon to the best result... more

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Correct age for Rhinoplasty?

There is not an absolute correct age to do a rhinoplasty but if you are physicaly and mentaly mature you should be able to make a good decision. Sixteen years old is usually the minimum age that I think a young woman should do a rhinoplasty on an elective basis; your bones have become stable in their growth and you know what you want to look like. At 16 years old you will need to have your parents consent to do the procedure so make sure to treat them nice and have... more

Marcus L. Peterson, MD
Saint George Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty and age

It is acceptable for a girl to have a rhinoplasty at the age of 16. However, it is only if you and your parents are in agreement. Rhinoplasty is an elective procedure and the changes that are made should be carefully considered before you proceed.

Scott Trimas, MD
Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

Do you want it?

No one ever NEEDS cosmetic surgery. This is an elective change that you and your parents would decide to have. You need to talk to a good rhinoplastic surgeon before and learn what can be done.