Rhinoplasty is the most common cosmetic surgical procedure performed on teenagers in America. Tens of thousands of teenagers opt for rhinoplasty surgery every year in the United States alone.
When to Undergo a Teen Rhinoplasty
When considering our Newport Beach teen rhinoplasty procedure, it is important to ensure that the patient and their family are completely sure it is being performed for the correct reasons. Plastic surgery can take several weeks to recover, and it is intended to have permanent results. If this issue is minimal and purely aesthetic, your surgeon may recommend waiting until later to reconsider, as sometimes our features can change as we settle into adulthood. The sinuses, jaw, and nose shape, in particular, continue to grow and may increase in shape or size as we go through puberty and young adulthood.
Dr. Sadati understands this may bring self-image concerns and a potentially disproportionate profile. He also understands that, when performing teen rhinoplasty, the adolescent's bone structure and tissue must be considered. While teens have a better healing rate and tend to bounce back faster, as their body is still producing large amounts of collagen naturally, the technique used when performing cosmetic surgery should be more delicate and carefully customized to suit the teen's unique needs.
