Do you think a person under 18 should wait to get a breast reduction or enhancement?

[Smashingdoozy]

If someone is incredibly unhappy with the appearance of their breasts whether they be flat chested or a FF+ cup, should they wait until they are 18+ to get surgery to remedy the issue?

[jshm2]

I don't think there is a legit surgeon who would perform cosmetic breast surgery on a pre-18 year old.

There would be little point (pun not intended) as puberty could hit them like a train, and make those "enhancements" need correction.

[Smashingdoozy]

At 16/17 it's unlikely there will be much of a change

[Anonymous]

The first port of call for anyone of any age should be therapy as this is almost certainly the actual problem.

I strongly suspect there are very few and perhaps even no people who have any kind of work done (aside from reconstructive surgery following accidents and those with back problems etc) who are really 'of sound mind'.

[ShesRad80]

there is no age limit for breast surgery, though most doctors won't operate till the person inquiring's breast development has taken place which is around the age of 20. so yeah they should just wait.

[petitedollbabee]

Yes. I believe that any cosmetic or permanent procedures, surgeries or decisions, should wait until 18, provided they’re not life threatening or time sensitive.

[Sonorous]

I think it should be 25 when the frontal lobe finishes developing.🤣

[ProbablyClueless]

The problem is that almost no one likes their body at that age. Not even boys.

Waiting to turn 18 is an absolute must for procedures like that, unless there is some medical reason to do it. I know there are women who grow gigantic chests in their teens, but until it's negatively impacting their physical health, the risk of a girl choosing to change herself in a way that she comes to regret is just too high.

She has all the time in the world to make those decisions when she turns 18.

[exitseven]

I don't know. I had issues with my body that was very embarrassing for me when I was young. Naturally my parents could not afford cosmetic surgery but when I was 15 or 16 it might have helped me. However now that I am old and have a daughter I would not approve of getting a boob job at age 16 just to attract boys

[Smashingdoozy]

It's not necessarily to attract boys. It's to feel more comfortable and confident in your body

[exitseven]

I am a father so I am biased. Maybe it would depend on how my daughter looked

[Smashingdoozy]

I'm talking literal flat chestedness, breasts haven't developed by the time they are 16/17

[exitseven]

I don't know what I would do. It is a big responsibility. Whan my son was a baby he was diagnosed with something called a hydroelectric. It is like a hernia. One testicle was way bigger than the other. He could have just lived with it but we decided to have him repaired. My wife knew the surgeon and we had it done in the hospital where my wife worked. He was was on the gurney and waved at me as they took him away. At that moment I realized what a huge responsibility it is to be a parent. If something happened to him I realized that I was the one that made the decision If you have kids you will understand. X-7

[exitseven]

*hydrocele*

[mstbooblover]

Well, honestly, I think that set aside extreme cases and psy problems, people should learn and be happy with, and use what nature gave them. If you have big breasts, keep them, because there are guys (and girls ;0) who love that. If you have small breasts, just be happy with them, because many guys (and girls ;0) will love that also.

Anyway, really loving someone does not depend on particular physical features, even if they may have helped establish a first contact.

[DJB72]

Wait until their body stops growing. Especially for going bigger. I know a couple of girls - one is my ex - who were miserable with A cups at 16 who were DD by 21 naturally.

Reduction is different but before doing anything get growth hormone levels checked.

[TomMarks]

I think ANY body altering surgery should ONLY be done on adults. Anyone below the age could just be going through a phase and think they want something then realize later it was a mistake. If permanent changes are made then it is too late for them to be undone.

[Friendlybro79]

I say 18 or over for enhancement to give your body enough time to mature. As for reduction, I think that is a better answer for a doctor and patient to decide. I'm not a doctor and don't know if there's reason a minor (nearing adult) might need one medically.

[DummyThiccFeraligatr]

Macromastia-related health issues are a very real medical concern for a select few teenage girls. They absolutely should be able to get reductions as minors if the weight is causing harm, before the bone effects become permanent. I once knew a girl who was a UK K cup at 16, and these girls should absolutely be granted an age exception by private insurance and / or national healthcare systems.

Implants for a minor? Absolutely not.

[Charliefretz329]

Surgery comes with both pros and cons. All surgeries have side effects. It’s a personal decision and I fully support individual choice but your body has not developed all the way as a teenager.


If surgery was completely safe and reversible, I’d have done many things to change my body over the years. But mostly I like my body now at my age.

[nawtee_me]

I personally think they should talk to someone about it before hand. I don’t mean a friend that would support them but someone who would understand and notice if there are any underlying concerns. Some people want to make changes to their appearance and afterwards they still are not happy. The underlying reason is not their appearance but something that might be out of their control. Changing their appearance is just a way to be in control of something in their life.

[Miristheiss]

Hell yes. Any parent letting their minor kids get cosmetic purposes only surgeries to alter their bodies for life are negligent in their responsibilities. They want to be "friends".

The same with piercings and tattoos.

[Anonymous]

I do think any cosmetic surgery should wait until after 18. And I think they should have to do a degree of checking to make sure with a professional. Unless there is a medical reason. There isn't a medical reason for increasing breast size. But there can be several for a reduction.

I think it depends on what cosmetic change and the context is what matters.

[Smashingdoozy]

Isn't mental wellness a medical reason?

[Opinion Owner]

Yes it would be but I think with that it would require more work to make sure it's what is best. As the surgery could possibly have a negative impact.

It's easier to deal with the physical side I guess it's not such a grey area.

[FunkyMonkee]

Absolutely!! They don't finish growing `til you're at least 24! And, how can a little afford something as expensive as that? Besides, there are ways to MAKE them grow bigger! Save your money!!

[AmeerX]

Trust me. Your breasts have nothing to do with who you are. If you are really nice person than think of helping others with that money instead of changing your appearance. It's your soul that's more valuable

[EmmaMary]

Most definitely.

I waited until I was 25 before having a BR done.

[Nikki1989]

Yes, under 18 is too young to be making those decisions.

[abbyjgriffin98]

Yes, because they might not be fully developed.

[Astarlessnightsky]

I guess. To wait till their breasts are fully developed.

[Drewtate]

No. Probably should wait until they stop growing.

[Paul09]

It is pointless if it isn't for medical reasons. Reduction is for medical reasons. Enhancements are not.

[Smashingdoozy]

Mental wellness is medical...

[Paul09]

Very true. But surgeries have the opposite affect. Cutting up your body to stuff who knows what material inside you. And if it breaks inside you, then what? Bigger breasts to not make you a better or prettier person. Be more confident in your looks. Because usually it's all in their head..

[Grond21]

Yes. They are too young to make these decisions and the body needs to finish development.

[Anonymous]

Probably best to wait as those hooters are still changing. There are exceptions of course, but for most people waiting is the best (breast?) plan.

[JohnK123]

Isn’t that already true or r there kindergartens getting it done

[Smashingdoozy]

No not true

[JohnK123]

So it’s 18+ currently?

[Likes2drive]

Definitely should wait, the body changes quite a bit from teens to 20s

[Staximus]

Yeah, they need to get their adult brain first

[Sparkie460]

Yes I do believe they should wait until they are absolutely sure

[the_sinner]

I personally wish no one should undergo a breast surgery as it’s not an overall healthy procedure for any person.

[LunarEclipse433]

Yes unless they are mature enough to understand all the factors

[LadyTerpsichore]

100% yes. Enhancement in particular comes with LOTS of risks that should cause anyone to think twice, and teens aren't known for good judgement.

[Yellovv]

If one woman is healthy and doesn't have any health issue she shouldn't have to get surgery for her boobs in my opinion..

[Anonymous]

Yes, definitely. And any plastic surgeon that performs surgeries on minors should have his medical license pulled.

[Bklynbadboy12]

Yes I think they should cause at that age you don't really know what they want

[Anonymous]

You shouldn't get surgery at all. But breast surgery should at least wait until 26; when you stop growing.

[jjj101010]

probably best as they could still grow before then

[eagle1951]

as long as your parents are cool with then under 18 would ok

[boggboss]

If its purely cosmetic then yes

[Anonymous]

Reduction? No. Enlargement? Yes

[MissBoogus]

I think if it’s causing health issues do it

[Immyallan01]

A lot of girls still growing till that age

[BigDog1989]

I dont think anyone should get them

[CubaPirate]

Absolutely 💯

[CrimsonAngel09]

Yep.

[LazerBean]

Yes.

[sheikalana]

Absolutely.

[Dargil]

Yes.

[butterly248]

Yeah

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

Yes.

[billluc69]

go for it