Can a 17-year-old Have Rhinoplasty?

It is perefectly reasonable for a 17 yo male to proceed w/ cosmetic Rhinoplasty. Facial growth is complete by this time. Consult with a specilaist in Rhinoplasty for best outcomes.
Dr. G.

I have operated on female teenage patients ages
14 and up and male teenage patients at 15 and up. There are measures to
determine their growth but in general the female nose matures by age 14 and
male nose by age 15. There are exceptions to these rules if there are fractures
or severe functional issues where surgery may be performed sooner. In short,
yes a 17 year old can have a rhinoplasty. I recommend researching for board
certified facial plastic surgeons in your area for a consultation. During a
consultation, surgeons generally examine the nose and provide you with details
on what alterations will be made, while keeping your wishes in mind.

In most cases, rhinoplasty should be delayed until the facial skeleton has matured. This is typically in the mid to late teens. For girls, cosmetic rhinoplasty should be delayed until at least 14-16 years old. For boys, facial skeletal growth is usually complete between 16-18 years old. When rhinoplasty is performed after this stage, it is unlikely that the changes from surgery will detrimentally effect facial skeleton development.What is of equal importance to the physical maturity of the face is the emotional maturity of the patient. When considering cosmetic surgery, it is important to do it for the right motivations-doing it for yourself to look good and feel more confident about your appearance. Additionally, it is important to have realistic expectations about the type of result that can be achieved following rhinoplasty surgery; an improvement in the appearance of the nose, improved balance and harmony between the nose and your facial features, and a timeless result-a result that will look good both right now and in the future as you get older.Since this has been bothering you for some time, you would benefit from consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss what option might be best for you. With your history of trauma to your nose, your surgery may be even more complex so you should spend a lot of time researching to find the right rhinoplasty surgeon for you.

It’s not the physiological age, but rather the psychological maturity. Surgeons become increasingly concerned and uneasy the younger the patient. Originally this was due to a belief that surgery at a young age would somehow interfere with the future development and growth of the cartilage and hence the nose. Although many surgeons still believe this, studies have now shown this concern isn’t justified. So it’s back to the maturity of the patient as the deciding factor. Why? Because the post operative course is smoother if you are aware of what to expect and have the ability to manage the stress, pain and healing. You need to ask yourself if you feel you're ready. Maybe ask your parents. If the answer is yes, then go ahead.

Hello,
17 is the minimum recommended age for a male to undergo rhinoplasty. However, circumstances are unique in every situation, and I would really need to see photos and/or perform an examination to give you the best advice. If you wish, you may send any photos to Lisa, my patient care coordinator and I would be happy to give you my opinion. My contact info is listed in my profile. Thank you and best of luck.
Dr. Nassif