Recommended Age for Breast Augmentation?

Thank you for your question. As an 18 y.o., you are eligible to undergo saline implant breast augmentation. To undergo a breast augmentation with silicone breast implants, you must 22+. I generally recommend silicone breast implants to my patients, because they feel softer and look more natural. In addition, saline implants are at a higher risk of rippling or wrinkles.However, breast development can continue well into a woman's early 20's, so you may want to wait to be certain that your breast development has concluded.Good luck, and for more information about other choices to be made before undergoing breast augmentation, take a look at the Guide to Breast Augmentation on my website from the web reference below. I discuss common patient questions I receive, silicone versus saline implants, round versus anatomically shaped implants, smooth versus texturized implants, implant manufacturer, implant insertion incision location, implant location inside the breast, and more. 

A number of variables should be considered when determining the appropriate age for breast augmentation surgery.As a general rule, it’s important for patients to reach both physical and emotional maturity before proceeding with surgery.you need to assess if your breasts have actually stopped developing and it would be wise to discuss this sort of decision with your family and close friends

Several variables should be considered when determining the
appropriate age for breast augmentation surgery.As a general rule, it’s important for
patients to reach both physical and emotional maturity before proceeding with
surgery.In addition, it’s also
important to follow the guidelines established by the FDA whenever possible. Physical
maturity is important because operating on the breasts before growth has
stabilized can adversely impact the surgical result.Emotional maturity is also extremely important.It’s very important that younger patients
understand the significance of their decision and how it may potentially affect
their lives. It’s
also important to follow current FDA guidelines.The FDA recommends that saline implants not
be used in women under 18 years of age for cosmetic purposes.In contrast, they recommend that silicone
implants not be used in patients under 22 years of age.Each
patient’s situation is unique and several factors may alter these numbers.In younger patients with congenital breast
deformities or post traumatic deformities, surgery may be indicated at an
earlier age.If
you’re considering breast augmentation and are younger than 19, it’s important
to first discuss the issue with your parents.If everyone agrees that breast augmentation is an option, consultation
with a board certified plastic surgeon would be appropriate.The vast majority of patients who undergo
breast augmentation at this age report high levels of satisfaction.