Is There a Medical Excuse for Getting Rhinoplasty?

The only medical indications (not excuses) for rhinoplasty include improving your nasal breathing, repairing traumatic injuries or, lastly, cosmetically changing the shape of your nose. Insurance usually covers the first indication and, in many cases, the second. However, changing the shape or size of the nose is cosmetic in nature and is not covered by insurance. Patients do need help and support after rhinoplasty. It is definitely in your best interest that you and your parents are on the same page about this. I hope this information is helpful.

        If you are a minor, you will need parental consent for a rhinoplasty. 

 

 

 

 

Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

If you are a minor then you definately need your parents approval for anything related to treatment. You should discuss your concerns with them and have them accompany you to a few consultations. You should research and find a Dr that can deliver the results you want and give you a nose that you can be proud of. Good luck. If you are in Los Angeles and have your parents authorization you can come in for a consultation. Good luck