Should I Get Rhinoplasty?

hello i am 17 years old and i have a nose that is very bulbous its always been a huge problem for me it takes so much attention off of my other facial features i currently reside in pa do you know of any doctors that arent too costly that could help me with my problem

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Should I have rhinoplasty?

Sorry to hear you are unhappy with your nose, but not to worry! It is possible to make changes with rhinoplasty surgery that will leave you with a nose that complements your other facial features and greatly improves your appearance. Rhinoplasty is a personal decision that can greatly enhance your quality of life. Having the surgery performed by a highly skilled surgeon is essential, as he or she will best be able to leave your nose in harmony with the other features of your face. The size... more

Rhinoplasty

A rhinoplasty is a very personal choice. If you are unahppy with the bulbosity of the nose, than certainly you shoudl at least go for a consultation with yoru parents' approval. Good luck.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Rhinoplasty at 17

Having a rhinoplasty at 17 is ok. I would reccomend calling around to several board certified plastic suregons in your nearby area so you can get an idea of costs. At my Austin, Texas plastic surgery practice rhinoplasty starts at around $5,999 including all fees, hospital operating room, and anesthesia but costs can very greatly geographically. Best of luck, Dr K

Mahlon Kerr, MD

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Austin Plastic Surgeon

Candidate for bulbous nose rhinoplasty?

There are several ways of addressing a bulbous nasal tip. My link below reviews what to think about when considering this type of surgery. It is important to find a surgeon experienced with this type of treatment, not just focus on finding the cheapest price.

Should I Get Rhinoplasty?

It's never a good idea to shop for Rhinoplasty or any plastic and cosmetic surgery or procedure soley on price. Have several consults with experienced Rhinoplasty Surgeons and be sure to bring your partents.

Can I undergo rhinoplasty surgery at 17 years old?

At 17 years old your facial development is mature enough that you can safely undergo rhinoplasty. Whether you should do so is a much more personal decision. At 17 you will need your parents support to undergo surgery. Further, they will be very helpful in deciding whether surgery is right for you and if so, is now the right time. I would discuss this with your parents now, if you haven't done so already. Once they're on board seek several consultations with experienced rhinoplasty surgeons... more

Rhinoplasty in your Teen Years

At 17 years of age, the first thing you will want your plastic surgeon or primary care physician to do is to send you for an x-ray to determine if your bone growth plates are complete. At 17, you should be fine, but that would be the first step. If your growth plates are complete, then try and seek out a surgeon that can provide you with a 3D photo simulation of what you will look like with the nose you desire. I wish you a pleasant outcome Layla.

Rhinoplasty at 17 years old

Thank you for your inquiry. Rhinoplasties are often done to reshape the nose and bring it into proportion with the rest of the face. By bringing the face into balance, the nice features of your face will be highlighted instead of being dominated by one feature that you don't care for. The tip of your nose could be reduced and reshaped to fit with your other facial features. At 17 years old, you are physically old enough to have a rhinoplasty. Your face and nose have reached their full... more

Rhinoplasty at seventeen is fine

Dear Layla, Thank you for your recent inquiry regarding rhinoplasty. At age seventeen rhinoplasty is fine as your nose has fully matured by this time. I would suggest a few rhinoplasty consultations with experienced surgeons in PA and discuss your concerns and desires. In rhinoplasty surgery it is very important to make the nose aesthetically pleasing and in harmony with all of your facial features. I prefer a natural looking nose that helps harmonize the features together. I... more

Michael Elam, MD

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Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Rhinoplasty in 17 Year Old Female

At 17 you are old enough to have a rhinoplasty because your nose is fully grown. First you need the support of your parents. Pictures would give some insight into what should be done but an experienced surgeon can give you a smaller nose that looks natural.