BLOG

Can a teenager have Rhinoplasty?

Are you a teenager or do you have a teenage child considering rhinoplasty? Here is some important information that may help in making the decision:

✔️ What Is the Appropriate Age?
Surgery is generally recommended after the nose has reached full development. For girls, this usually happens earlier, with a minimum of 2 years after menarche (the first menstrual period). For boys, it is typically recommended after the age of 18. It is essential that facial growth is complete to avoid future changes that could affect the surgical outcome.

✔️ Consultation with a Specialist
Before making any decision, it is essential to have a consultation with a qualified ENT specialist or plastic surgeon. This professional will assess whether the teenager is a good candidate for rhinoplasty, discuss possible changes, and explain the entire process and necessary care.

Did you like it? Share!

Photography in Rhinoplasty

Many people don’t realize it, but photography is a fundamental part of my work in rhinoplasty. It’s not just about showing before-and-after results — it is an essential tool for analysis, planning, and follow-up. Photographs help reveal details that often...

Rhinoplasty Support

Many people don’t know, but it is the cartilage that gives shape and firmness to the nose. It’s what supports everything inside — that’s why, when we plan a rhinoplasty, we don’t just think about aesthetics, but also about preserving...

Rhinoplasty and respiratory function

Not all rhinoplasty is done just for aesthetics. In many cases, the main goal is to improve breathing and correct structural problems inside the nose — such as deviated septums, collapses or changes that make it difficult for air to...