Breast augmentation is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedures. Prices for this procedure vary widely and depend on several variables. It’s important to make sure that your fee quote includes the surgeon’s fee, facility fee, anesthetic charge, implant cost, and pre and post-op care. Each of these components may vary widely depending upon the surgeon’s practice.Generally, surgeons who operate in dedicated outpatient cosmetic surgery facilities are able to offer lower facility fees than those who operate in hospital-based practices. The surgeon’s fee can vary as well depending on regional differences and levels of local competition.Anesthetic fees can vary and this may be related to the use of nurse anesthetist versus a physician anesthesiologist. Finally, there may be wide variations in implant charges depending upon the type of implant chosen. For instance, silicone implants cost $1,000 to $1,500 more than saline implants.When all of these variables are considered, fees in the Midwestern United States vary between $4,800 and $8,500. It’s important to remember that although price is an important component of your decision, it’s not the only consideration. Make sure you have a comfort level with your surgeon’s experience and reputation and their ability to communicate with you.