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Teen Cosmetic Surgery Guidelines

Reviewed By: Varnada Karriem-Norwood,

SOURCES: 2010 Medical Reference from Medstar Television. Sam Rizk, M.D., F.A.C.S., Facial Plastic Surgeon, Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgery, New York, NY

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Jennifer Selter (SELLter) used to shy away from cameras because she hated her nose.

Jennifer Selter, Rhinoplasty Patient:

I was very self-conscious before with everything, like pictures, like people staring at me.

Jill Weinstein, Mother:

My daughter was suffering a lot before surgery. I mean, she would get teased every day.

Narrator:

When Jennifer turned fifteen, her mom felt she was ready for rhinoplasty.

Sam Rizk, MD, Facial Plastic Surgeon:

The family dynamic is very, very important. And the family needs to be supportive.

Narrator:

Teens aren't just little adults, so Doctor Rizk (rizzk) has rules, starting with minimum ages: 14 for girls and 15 for boys.

Sam Rizk, MD, Facial Plastic Surgeon:

Other factors that I ask for a female is, did she have her first period, or has her foot fully grown?

Narrator:

Physical maturity isn't the only factor… so is psychological maturity.

Sam Rizk, MD, Facial Plastic Surgeon:

I always consult with a psychologist to make sure that they're psychologically stable, and that the rhinoplasty is the right thing to do for them.

Narrator:

The surgery also requires more delicate tools and a lighter hand.

Sam Rizk, MD, Facial Plastic Surgeon:

So even though they've matured and they've reached their maximal growth, I do still do a different operation than I would normally do in adults. And it's a very conservative, much more conservative operation.

Narrator:

And while some would say this type of surgery can wait 'til adulthood, Doctor Rizk has another perspective.

Sam Rizk, MD, Facial Plastic Surgeon:

If it's a major, large nose that is affecting them, that warrants surgery basically to make them focus on school rather than their nose.

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And help level the playing field among teen peers. For WebMD, I'm Sandee LaMotte.

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