Teens and young adults often struggle with body dysmorphia, which can sometimes be severe. There are numerous causes for this, ranging from school and home environments to the harmful and false ideals broadcast by the media.
Social media also plays a significant role; in the age of the selfie, many young people feel a constant pressure to be perfect from head to toe. In this blog post, we answer which procedures can be performed at a young age and which ones are worth the wait.
A Body in Development
Our bodies typically reach their final form between the ages of 20 and 25. However, there are exceptions, such as the ears. Protruding ears are not merely an aesthetic issue; they can easily make a child or teenager the target of mockery. Correction can be performed through a simple procedure, even during childhood or the teenage years.
On the other hand, rhinoplasty (nose surgery)—which interests many young people—is generally not recommended under the age of 18 or 19, as the bones have not yet reached their final structure. Among non-invasive procedures (those not requiring surgery), skin resurfacing and peeling techniques are highly sought after by the younger generation. These solutions are very effective at removing acne scars and can be performed under the age of 18.
Fashion vs. Health
No matter how tempting breast augmentation may be for a young girl, plastic surgeons strongly advise against this procedure below a certain age. In contrast, breast reduction may be justified even for teenage girls if excessively large breasts cause back pain or spinal deformities.
Experts recommend the correction of breast asymmetry from ages 16–17 in particularly prominent cases. It is important to highlight that, according to domestic regulations, individuals under the age of 18 require parental consent for any such procedures.
