Simple Age Guide To Cosmetic Surgery

Unlike regular medical surgery, elective surgery such as those used for cosmetic purposes has age recommendations. And the age recommendations for these elective surgeries vary depending on what they are for. Not only do these differ in terms of age, but there are also periods in one’s life where the procedure is best to be had. Here is a simple guide to the age recommendations of cosmetic procedures.

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The recommended age for cosmetic breast surgery is 18 and above. By this age, a woman’s breasts would have developed, and thus they would be able to tell if they fell that their breasts are underdeveloped. Options for cosmetic breast surgery include breast augmentation, uplift, and reduction. 

Another age where one could consider cosmetic breast surgery is after they hit 30. The reason for this includes loss of volume after pregnancy or significant weight loss. 

While there is no age limit, most surgeons have a minimum age of 17 or 18 when it comes to liposuction if there is no existing medical condition. For teenagers who are conscious about their image but have yet to reach this age, doctors would suggest seeking counseling first until they reach the right age. 

Similarly to cosmetic breast surgery, rhinoplasty is a procedure best done after the patient has reached 18 years of age. This is to ensure that their nose is fully grown.

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Tup Ingram, M.D., attended Yale University and graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Mathematics and Physics. After his undergraduate studies, he moved to Dallas, Texas, and completed his medical studies and residencies in general and plastic surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. For more on Dr. Ingram’s work and interests, click here.

The Top Medical Reasons To Undergo Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures people undergo as it can correct or enhance the shape of the nose by modifying the bone or the cartilage. However, many people also undergo the procedure for medical reasons. Below are some of them: 

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To correct a cleft lip or a cleft palate 

Having a cleft lip or a cleft palate could be difficult especially for a child. People with a cleft lip or a cleft palate may find it hard to eat and breathe properly; thus, a cleft lip surgery, along with rhinoplasty, is performed to correct the defect. 

To prevent nasal inflammation and chronic allergies 

Though not necessarily a birth defect, having a deviated nasal septum can worsen a person's reaction to nasal allergies to the point of nasal inflammation. This situation not only leads to discomfort but can also affect breathing, cause nausea, and hinder productivity. To alleviate the severe reactions, a rhinoplasty might be necessary. 

To repair facial damage due to injury or trauma 

Burns or injuries on the face may require a medical rhinoplasty to repair the bone structure that has been affected. Broken noses, for example, may require a rhinoplasty to prevent sinus pressure and other nasal conditions that could cause discomfort. 

Functional rhinoplasty can be a necessary procedure that can help relieve some conditions in people. While most people see the procedure as a way to improve their looks, for others, it is a necessary step to ensure their health.

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Tup Ingram, M.D., is a reconstructive and plastic surgeon, focusing his practice on reconstruction and cosmetic surgery. He completed his residencies in general and plastic surgery in the Southwestern Medical Center and took many fellowships abroad to further hone his skills in his chosen field. Visit this page for updates.