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Where Can I Find More Affordable Breast Augmentation?

asked 3 years ago by Susieo in Burbank, CA USA
Latest answer by Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
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I had a partial hysterectomy 11 months ago and due to hormonal changes and no longer taking birth control, my breast size has gotten so much smaller. It would really make me happy to be fuller again I am in the Los Angeles area but am willing to travel if not extremely far. I am so excited to have found this site.

I've wanted breast implants for years. Hope someone can help. I at one point was a full C small D when on pill...but now a small B again. I was also much fuller when breastfeeding. I know I like the look and confidence that comes with it.

I have read that the average price for saline implants in New Port is approx $2,500. Is this true? I am trying to save up money and looking for a great doctor that does affordable breast augmentation. Can anyone recommend a good doctor that's affordable for me?

15 answers to Where Can I Find More Affordable Breast Augmentation?

Where Can I Find More Affordable Breast Augmentation

Consider a resident's clinic at one of the many University Hospital training programs that may be located nearby

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Competition has reduced the cost of breast augmentation even among the best surgeons.

Times have been difficult for all plastic surgeons. There have been discounts in nearly all areas of the specialty as competition has increased and demand has contracted due to the economy. I think you can choose a good plastic surgeon and explain your budget. I think you'll be helped. However, in the end, make sure you use a good surgeon. Breast augmentation can get real expensive if it's bungled by an incompetent surgeon.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Affordable breast augmentation at plastic surgery clinics.

Hi. Go to a large teaching hospital near you. Preferably one affiliated with a University. Ask for the plastic surgery clinic.. The breast augmentation is done by plastic surgery residents under supervision. This is typically a safe and inexpensive approach. In New York City, we train residents and fellows at Lenox Hill Hospital, and they do a lot of breast implants.

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Probably not the time to bargain hunt for breast augmentation

I am all for saving money, especially in this day and time. Absolutely, if you can get a good quality breast augmentation for thousands less by changing surgeons, go for it. Unfortunately, that's probably not the case. Most surgeons are going to try to keep their prices within the same ballpark as the other practices in the same geographic area. If there's a surgeon whose price is significantly lower, a red flag should go up. It's imperative that YOU take charge of checking out each surgeon... more

H. Steve Byrd, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon

Check your local university training program

The price you quote for saline implants is extraordinarily low and is not inclusive of all fees such as implants, surgeon's fee, operating room and anesthesia fee. If it is, I would run the other direction. You might want to check with the university residency training programs that do surgery for less than private surgeons but the residents are staffed and assisted by established, experienced, private attending surgeons. I would put cost lower on your list of priorities behind finding a... more

Robin T.W. Yuan, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Breast Augmentation Savings

The first consideration is to find a board certified plastic surgeon who understands your needs and you relate well with. If there is a connection, then you might be able to find savings.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

Breast Augmentation Costs?

Thank you for the question. You will find that the cost of surgery will vary significantly even in the same town. Although important, ultimately the cost of surgery should be of less concern than the quality and safety of the procedure performed. In other words, do your due diligence carefully. Check with the American Board of Plastic Surgeons and/or and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons for appropriate training and credentials. Then, make sure you see lots... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

Breast Augmentation Fees

The fees for a breast augmentation will vary based on a number of factors including geographical location. I would suggest that you contact a reputable Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area. Upon consultation and examination you will given the cost. I can not stress enough to you the importance of choosing a surgeon based on merit rather than cost. Int he long run, you will pay far more....Best wishes!

Christine Sullivan, MD
Columbus Plastic Surgeon

Selecting the right surgeon

I always try to caution patients against "price shopping" for any surgery. You need to select a surgeon who is well trained, certified in plastic surgery, and someone who you decide you can trust after meeting with them in consultation. Then you have selected the right surgeon.

Jason Brett Lichten, MD
Columbus Plastic Surgeon

Breast augmentation prices

Like many procedures, fees for breast augmentation surgery can vary quite a bit depending on the training and reputation of the surgeon, the type of implants used, and one's geographical location. Typically the total cost for the surgery is going to include a surgeon's fee, the facility fee, anesthesia fees, implant costs, medications, and any preoperative lab fees. On average the total fee starts at around $5000 for saline implants, and goes up from there. Ideally, cost... more

Kelly Gallego, MD
Sioux City Plastic Surgeon

Affordable Breast Augmentation

Susieo- Thanks for the great picture! The threads my colleagues have posted are absolutely fantastic and I can only continue to reiterate to you, as I do all my patients seeking breast augmentation, find a well trained, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who performs breast surgery almost exclusively. I have managed many a patient who sought "economical" breast surgery only to have unacceptable results and needed major revisional breast surgery ($$$$$). Please do not choose... more

John Philip Connors III, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Prices for implants

My mother always told me you get what you pay for. Bargain hunting for quality work will only leave you unhappy in the long run. Go to a good surgeon with a good reputation, and the results will more than likely last a lot longer.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Be careful making decisions primarily on cost

Be careful basing your decisions primarily on cost. You will find many surgeons or physicians who offer breast augmentation procedures. You mention that you are seeking a great surgeon. I would start with www.surgery.org, the website for The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. These are all board cerfitied plastic surgeons. The price you mention is extremely low. Visit a few board certified plastic surgeons to get a better feel for the situation and the costs. You can expect... more

Sanjay Grover MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Be careful about choosing surgeons based on price

Susieo, Be very, very careful about shopping for a surgeon based on price. As the British author, and poet John Ruskin stated: "There is nothing in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little cheaper, and he who considers price only is that man's lawful prey.” Although surgeons who charge less for their services might very well still do excellent work, be certain that more experienced and sought after surgeons typically charge more. While you may be... more

Brian K. Brzowski, MD
Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon

You get what you pay for in breast augmentation

Susieo, You are a very pretty young lady and if you are going to have breast implants you want the best surgeon you can afford--definately a board certified plastic surgeon. Cut rate or inexpensive breast augmentation is usually provided by doctors who are not board certified plastic surgeons or are just starting out. If your breast augmentation is not done with skill and expertise by an experienced surgeon, your chance of complications such as a hard firm breast are increased, and you will... more