Is 16 Too Young to Start Getting Botox?

July 26, 2010
Asked By:brileann in mesa arizona

Im turning 16 this year and I really would like to start getting botox. I have a little wrinkle on each side of my mouth and a couple tiny ones on my forehead. They arent noticeable, but i know they are there and it bothers me. Are there any doctors that would give a 16 year old botox? I live in Scottsdale,Arizona.

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February 6, 2011

Answer: Botullinum Toxin (Dysport and Botox) in a 16 year old

Otto Joseph Placik, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 6, 2011

Answer: Botullinum Toxin (Dysport and Botox) in a 16 year old

Otto Joseph Placik, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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July 27, 2010

Answer: Botox is not for a sixteen year old

Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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July 27, 2010

Answer: Botox is not for a sixteen year old

Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
July 27, 2010

Answer: Yes, 16 is too young to get Botox

Stephen Prendiville, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
July 27, 2010

Answer: Yes, 16 is too young to get Botox

Stephen Prendiville, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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