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Are You Too Old or Too Young for Plastic Surgery in NYC? 

plastic surgery in NYC

Patients who undergo plastic surgery in NYC are in their 30s, 40s, and 50s. But some twenty-something patients are also opting for a certain cosmetic surgery. However, if you’re younger than 18, you can’t have this procedure, unless it’s medically necessary. What about those who are older than 50? Can they still take advantage of aesthetic surgery? 

What is the Right Age to Undergo Plastic Surgery in NYC

It’s important to note that the age of the patient won’t matter for plastic surgery. Any cosmetic procedure is as safe for the elderly as for young patients. In that case, people over the age of 65 can still enhance their appearance by undergoing plastic surgery. 

Things to Consider Before Surgery

Indeed, your age won’t be an obstacle if you seek plastic surgery. But your overall health must be seriously considered. 

Getting a Full Medical Examination

Your plastic surgeon will request a full medical examination before he/she can give a go signal. If you have a medical condition, your candidacy may be affected. But don’t worry though because there are nonsurgical options that can still help enhance your appearance. These would include the following: 

  • Qwo cellulite injectable
  • BOTOX Cosmetic
  • Dermal fillers
  • KYBELLA
  • Chemical peels
  • Microneedling
  • Photofacial 
  • PROP Hair Restoration 
  • Laser Therapy 
  • Vivace Experience

The plastic surgeons here at Cold Spring Plastic Surgery will evaluate your situation to determine the most ideal option for you. 

Emotional Health 

In addition to your physical health, your emotional and mental health must also be considered. Some patients may want a subtle change to their appearance. Others will want an entire transformation overnight. Our plastic surgeons will educate patients to help them become realistic in their expectations. For instance, some people want to have a youthful face but they want it immediately. Unfortunately, it takes time for the surgery to provide you with desired results. That’s why our plastic surgeons will educate the patients first to help them understand that results can take time to manifest. Through a thorough discussion, they can be emotionally ready for their surgical experience and become more realistic with their expectations. 

Consultation 

The best way to know if you’re a good candidate for any cosmetic procedure is to consult with one of our plastic surgeons. Indeed, the media has made stories that more and more teenagers are getting cosmetic surgery. But yearly data show that there’s a reduction in the number of young patients who undergo plastic surgery. For teens, only essential surgery is done. 

During a consultation, the parents of the teens must be present. Parental supervision is still necessary even if the teen is already at his/her legal consenting age. It’s also essential that the teens will have a cooling period to rethink. 

If you’re thinking about plastic surgery in NYC, you should set up a consultation with our plastic surgeons at Cold Spring Plastic Surgery. Our surgeons will be happy to talk to you about the various options available that can help your situation. 

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