Is it possible to get Breast Augmentation at 16 years of age?

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Surgeons question weather it's ethical preform due to my age. But I have thought this threw & I am aware with all the risks it brings as it is said a woman could still be developing up to the age of 22. I have the support of my parents in my decision & I want to do this for ME. I have managed to balance school, work, & athletics. I have saved enough money to pay for this procedure. I'm a A cup, 5'3", very athletic & I have maintained my weight of 113 lb...

Kelly Gallego, MD, FACS · Answer

In the United States the Food and Drug Administration mandates that patients be at least 18 years old before undergoing breast augmentation.  From their website:  "The FDA approved saline-filled breast implants for breast augmentation 
in women age 18 or older and for breast reconstruction in women of any 
age."  Frankly, I do not know what the regulations are in other countries.  You sound like a mature young woman, and an otherwise excellent candidate for breast augmentation.  Unfortunately, you are going to have to wait a couple more years.

Michael B. Tantillo, MD · Answer

Aesthetic breast augmentation in the US for patients less than 18yo would require using the implants in an "off label" fashion.  While legal you should understand this.  More importantly is selecting your surgeon.  Make sure you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon (member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) and make sure you are comfortable that that surgeon has your best interests in mind.  Speaking in generalities, in my opinion there are many reasons to wait to have an aesthetic breast augmentation and few (at best) to have breast augmentation at 16 years old.  If yours is a case of breast reconstruction for a congenital or post-traumatic deformity, then the discussion is entirely different.

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD · Answer

At 16 your breast tissue may grow with additional natural hormonal influence.  The FDA does restrict the use of implants to 18 years of age.  Any surgical device can be used for an off label use, this would come under this heading.  My advice would be to wait at least another year, if your breast have not increased in size during that time and you have the consent of your parents then some plastic surgeons may agree to your request.

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

Pursuant to FDA rules, silicone implants should not be used in patients under age 18.  I would encourage you to wait until age 18. It is possible for you to have additional breast development, particularly if you were to go on birth control pills.  Typically, women will gain a bit of weight as they age and that would have an effect on implant size.  It is admirable that you have managed to save enough money to undergo the procedure.  Best wishes.

Mel T. Ortega, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.You breast are still growing until the age of 22. Having said that , you will need a parents consent and find a surgeon that will be ok to do this procedure on you . Good Luck

Choose a
  board certified plastic surgeon who has done a ton of Brazilian Butt Lifts
  and has privileges to do this surgery at a local university hospital. This
  says his credentials have been checked out by fellow Drs. All surgeries carry
  risk, talk to your plastic surgeon and choose one wisely.

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