My 15 year old daughter would like a nose job, is she old enough?

The decision
to undergo a rhinoplasty as a teenager is a serious decision. When evaluating the earliest age for a
patient to undergo the surgery I will evaluate:

1)Their Physical Maturity

2)Their Mental Maturity

It is best to wait until the majority of the
growth has occurred in the facial region before undergoing a rhinoplasty. Having surgery before completion of facial
growth has the potential to effecting the growth of the face. In female, this typically occurs after the
beginning of the menstrual cycle. This
is typically around 15 to 16 years old.

I will evaluate the mental maturity of teen
aged patients to ensure they are ready to undergo surgery. I want to ensure they have the correct
motivations and prepared to emotionally handle the change in their appearance.

I
hope this helps.  

Dear Anna,    I have operated on 15 years olds for Rhinoplasty (nose job), but in addition to their desire for surgery, they had to obtain the consent of their two parents and pediatrician.        Every surgery is stressful and more so with nose job , because you can't hide it. So, we need to make sure that your daughter is mature enough to undergo  the procedure and understand surgery and the healing process.   Ward of caution. Not all results are the same , because experience, skills and aesthetic eye are critical for good outcome. So, do your due diligence and choose wisely.  Always consult with experience board certified plastic surgeons who operate in accredited surgery center for your daughter safety. Check the before and after pictures, to make sure that they are numerous, consistent and attractive.                   Best of luck,                                    Dr Widder