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In miami fl can a 15 or 16 year old get smart lipo with parental consent?

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Dr. Timothy Mountcastle answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

NO: I would not perform this even with parenetal consent as it is an ethical issue as well as legal. There is no reason to perform liposuction on someone under the age of 18. I believe most patients are not mature enough to understand the risks at this age.

Answered 7/7/2012

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No: Cosmetic procedures at that young of an age have ethical considerations that must be considered. Now is the time to encourage healthy lifestyle choices in your child. Liposuction is not a quick fix and as a surgical procedure, carries certain risks.

Answered 9/25/2014

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