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Could there be a "right" age to pursue plastic surgery?

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Dr. Thomas Fiala answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Depends...: ...On the operation. Women in their 20-30's are commonly asking about breast augmentation. Those in their 30-40's are commonly asking about tummy tucks (witch hazel). 40's and 50's - blepharoplasty and facelift. So - if you are healthy, and starting to notice a feature you don't like, go see your local board certified plastic surgeon for a consult.

Answered 8/8/2015

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Plastic v cosmetic: There is a great amount of variation in the types of procedures that plastic surgeons perform that range from congenital to acquired conditions as well as functional/reconstructive procedures. Given this range, some even consider in utero repair of fetal cleft lip (experimental) and up to 90 years of age. I believe you meant, cosmetic plastic procedure performed after maturity & age of consent-18.

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Depends on Situation: Plastic surgery is a vast field that serves patients as young as neonates all the way up to the geriatric age group. Exactly what the “right” age is to proceed with a specific operation, may depend on exactly what operation is planned. There are some operations best done in childhood and there are some best done after physical “maturity” has been reached.

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Dr. Francisco Agullo answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

It depends: Plastic surgeons perform procedures at almost every stage of life. It depends on which procedure you are seeking. A consultation would help determine if you are a good candidate. Age is often not a hinderance.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Yes: Yes. The right age is when you have a problem that concerns you. See a facial plastic surgeon for consultation.

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