The number of teens getting plastic surgery is on the rise, but the reasons for getting surgery vary. Many doctors want to wait until teens are older to perform certain procedures — if a teen wants a smaller nose, for example, they need to be sure that nose is finished growing.
Most breast implants are only approved for women over age 18, and again, it’s important to know that development is finished. Procedures that are common and safer for teens include dermabrasion to remove scarring from acne, and breast reductions for young women suffering from back problems. It is also important to be sure a teen is making an informed decision about changing their looks.