RHINOPLASTY SURGERY FOR TEENS

Sunday, 30 August 2015 00:46

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Adolescence. Definitely a trying time – filled with insecurities, frustrations and worries about being accepted and fitting in.

Each teenager is unique…each affected differently with the challenges adolescence brings.

Fact: Along with total body changes and crazy hormonal invasions, adolescence brings facial changes.

• The nose changes shape and enlarges, giving way to what some teens call a “big nose,” just another thing thing to be self-conscious about. The sinuses also grow, enlarging the face, and in boys, the jaw.

Rhinoplasty surgery, or getting a “nose job,” is very personalized, and one of the most demanding and complex of all cosmetic surgery procedures, especially for teens. It can make a big difference in how a young person looks and subsequently, how they feel about themselves. It can be a self-esteem game changer.

A note of caution: Surgical procedures on the teenage nose before its growth has stabilized may result in un-wanted nasal changes and a disruption of facial growth. Therefore, timing is critical.

• Ideally, teens should have reached both physical and emotional maturity before proceeding with surgery. The best time is around the age of 16 for girls and after age 17 or 18 for boys. If there is a congenital defect or post-traumatic deformity that causes breathing problems, surgery may be done earlier.
• This surgery is irreversible and teens must understand the significance of their decision. The nose is located in the center of their face…their appearance will be altered forever.
• As a parent, it is normal to be nervous, worried and uncertain as you determine what is best for your child. The majority of teenagers who undergo rhinoplasty report high levels of satisfaction.

If you are a teen considering rhinoplasty surgery, it is important to discuss it with your parents. If everyone agrees that rhinoplasty is the best option, consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon, such as Dr. Kimmel, who will discuss the procedure with you, answer your questions and determine if you would be a good candidate for rhinoplasty surgery.

Call us for a consultation, today!