Teens are some of the individuals who wish to have breast augmentation.
The reason for this is due mainly to peer pressure, the desire to look good and feeling good about oneself.
Puberty is the time that teenagers are most confused about their bodies and their minds which is why there is a desire to fit in, to be "perfect" and to feel good and confident.
Parent's Point of View Many parents these days are very magnanimous and accommodating to their children's requests and wants.
Some parents consider having breast augmentation done to their daughter's when they believe that it is for a reason.
Usually, in consideration of their daughter's feelings, they consult a certified and qualified plastic surgeon with regards to the operation.
Some parents are adamant towards their daughters about not having the operation done until they are adults.
They usually cite the fact that many teens have unrealistic desires which they often regret after some time.
They basically ask their daughters to wait until they have given the subject a lot of thought.
In many cases, it is not only the expenses that concern the parents but also the aspect of a major operation which is not an emergency procedure nor a necessity to save a life.
Parents are very protective of their children and tend to not see the point of undergoing something that has some possibility of risks and complications.
Doctor's Point of View Many doctors differ in opinion regarding teenagers having breast augmentation.
Most of them would accommodate the teen as long as there is permission from the parents; they are still minors, after all.
In spite of this, many doctors also talk to the teen before making a definite move to do the procedure.
The talk is basically like an interview to see how prepared the child is regarding the operation.
The doctor is most likely to outline the possible risks and complications that usually come with it.
One of the things that can most affect the doctor's decision to do the operation is the age of the child.
Puberty is the time of changes on the human body and the doctors are aware that the changes usually stop around the ages of eighteen to twenty.
This is one of the reasons why other doctors prefer to do the procedure on girls who are about sixteen to eighteen years old.
Overall, it is the doctor's decision whether he will perform the surgery or not.
Parents who are willing for their child to undergo the breast augmentation surgery will most likely look for another doctor to do the procedure if one refuses to do it.
There are no laws that say the child cannot undergo it unless the patient is not given consent by the parents.
It is best for the parents to ask their child to think the matter over before making a decision and the parents should also do the same thing for their child.
This is a family matter since it can have long lasting effects.