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Can I Be Sixteen Years Old and Still Be Able to Get a Rhinoplasty?
asked 1 year ago by Sioux City1234 in Sioux City
Latest answer by Harrison C. Putman III, MD
Question viewed 426 times
Tags: age 17 or under, female
18 answers to Can I Be Sixteen Years Old and Still Be Able to Get a Rhinoplasty?
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Age for rhinoplasty.
I do girls as young as 14 if they have full maturity of the nose. In males I prefer to wait tip 18, but there are exceptions if the nose growth seems complete or there has been a fracture.
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Teenage Rhinoplasty
It's not the age that determines when rhinoplasty can or can't be done. It's the psychological and physical maturity. The nose has for the most part developed at this age. So its usually the emotional maturity that's the deciding point. Parents need to be involved and supportive.
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Rhinoplasty at age 16
In most females the nose has reached adult size by age 16 and from the medical standpoint rhinoplasty can be performed. Most surgeons would want to be confident that the patient has a complete understanding of the procedure, the risks and the expected results. Parental involvement and approval is a must.
Mark Preston, MD
Columbus Plastic Surgeon
Columbus Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty at 16
It's a normal age for noses that have a large and outstanding feature that doesn't belong on the face. That is a normal age to have it done because of the social implications. We do the same for young children at the age of 5 when their ears are very prominent with the same indication.
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Age 16 should be old enough for Rhinoplasty
Although there is debate, age 16 is usually acceptable when considering Rhinoplasty, especially in females. Facial and nasal growth is often complete by this age. Males may continue to have some facial growth for an additional 1- 2 years, but my rule is to proceed if it appears to be nearly complete. In addition, if little or no septal surgery is needed, then important growth centers will not be affected. Seek out an experienced Rhinoplasty specialist, and good luck.
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How young is too young for Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)?
This is a hotly debated topic amongst rhinoplasty surgeons. I have many teenage patients coming in for consultation for rhinoplasty. What is the appropriate age to proceed with this surgery. The answer is that it depends.
The nose, specifically the septum (the wall that separates the two sides of the nose) serves as the focal point or center for midfacial growth. Prematurely disturbing this growth center could lead to abnormal development of the face. Therefore, it is...
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Rhinoplasty and Teenagers
From a physical sense, a Rhinoplasty can successfully be performed on a 16 year old. You should first discuss your concerns with your parents. Together you can seek out the advice of a well-trained Board Certified Facial Plastic or Plastic Surgeon. Upon consultation and examination, your surgeon will be able to recommend the appropriate treatment options and expected results.
Michael Sullivan, MD
Columbus Facial Plastic Surgeon
Columbus Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty is safe at the age of 16
The age of 16 is a very appropriate age for a rhinoplasty in a young man or young woman. The physical characteristics of the nose and the emotional maturity of the patient would be the deciding factor on whether the individual is a good candidate for surgery.
Roger J. Oldham, MD
Bethesda Plastic Surgeon
Bethesda Plastic Surgeon
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How old do you have to be to have a rhinoplasty
For females 16 is a common age to become an appropriate age for surgery. Besides age, though, it's important that you have the appropriate emotional maturity to have surgery.
Surgeons typically wait a little longer for males as their faces aren't typically mature enough for surgery until they're 17 or 18.
For either males or females exceptions can be made if there are more functional or reconstructive considerations.
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Earliest you can have a rhinoplasty
From an anatomic and physiologic standpoint, rhinoplasty at 16 years of age is definitely feasible. I will consider a rhinoplasty on females as early as 15 if they are emotionally mature. For males, I like to wait to at least 16 since males seem to emotionally mature a bit later. If there are functional issues then a rhinoplasty can be considered sooner. Most surgeons will interview young patients to see if they're reasons for the procedure are appropriate and are...
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Rhinoplasty at age 16
As long as a 16 year old is physically mature, a rhinoplasty is appropriate as long as you have parental consent. I encourage young people to have surgery if there is severe nasal obstruction or sinus disease unresponsive to medical treatment.
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Age for rhinoplasty in females
While technically, many young women at 16 can qualify for rhinoplasty, I like to wait until the patient is 18. The reasons are to make sure the patient is fully aware of what they are doing and to ensure the face has matured enough. I will make exceptions in patients with significant breathing issues, nasal trauma, or a very disfiguring nose. Wait another year or two, then get your rhinoplasty. All the best, Dr. Vartanian
A. John Vartanian, MD
Glendale Facial Plastic Surgeon
Glendale Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rhinoplasty in 16 year old female is appropriate, with parental approval.
If you have reached full adult growth and have not shown signs of any further growth, age 16 or even earlier is physiologically appropriate for rhinoplasty surgery. Since you are a minor, you will need parental consent in order to proceed with surgery, and most surgeons will also assess your maturity and ability to independently understand risks, complications, recommendations, and provide your own informed consent (regardless of your parental approval and/or payment).
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Teenage Rhinoplasty
In girls, facial features mature at a younger age than in boys. Most of the time, it is acceptable to have rhinoplasty at sixteen if you are female. For males, I prefer to wait until age eighteen, unless it is to correct an injury. Be sure to involve at least one of your parents in this important decision if you are under eighteen.
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Can a rhinoplasty be performed in a 16 year old girl?
The nose is usually fully grown in most girls by age 16 so performing a rhinoplasty is acceptable. However, in addition to financial considerations, you would need approval from your parent(s) to have a rhinoplasty performed as you are still a minor.
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Rhinoplasty At Age 16 Can Be Satisfactorily Done
With parental consent, one can have a rhinoplasty at age 16. The nose is developed enough to permit a complete rhinoplasty, if needed, to be performed.
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Rhinoplasty Age Rhinoplasty is Possible At 16
In general, it is possible to have a Rhinoplasty as a 16 year old male or female. At this age the nose has fully developed in the majority of people. Rhinoplasty surgery can lead to a permanent improvement in your nose and overall appearance.
You should be evaluated by a facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon that performs a significant amount of rhinoplasty. Be sure to see before and after photos of their patients and make an informed decision.
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When is the right time to do rhinoplasty.
Usually by age 16, one's nasal structures have matured and little or no further growth is expected. This is the usual cut off age for rhinoplasty but it depends on the patient's structural maturity. Occasional very mature patients, younger than this age, have had successful rhinoplasty.
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