Breast Implant Cost Second Time - Price of Going Bigger

Upsizing an implant isn't exactly that straightforward because the the capsule needs to be released and sometimes the pocket needs to be expanded so it may not be less money that a primary augmentation. Prices will vary by region and within each region by Surgeon. Each surgeon may also have slightly different prices for the same procedure depending on what exactly is involved. Your best bet is to call your surgeon's office and find out what they would charge you to change your size. Hope that helps!   

Dear carlsbad,Every surgeon has a revision policy. Many involve reduced or even no fees for the surgeon (depending on the situation) while the patient may still be responsible for facility (the use of the operating room, staff, and supplies) and anesthesia fees. Best to go back to your surgeon and have a talk about your concerns again. Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Yes, it is possible to #increase your implant size with a #revision. However, the #pocket will need adjustment and a lift may be necessary; to better #support the new implant. Additionally, a mesh for further support may be helpful depending on the #implant size and skin #elasticity.#Costs of a #BreastLift will depend on several factors: the geographic location, the skill and experience of the surgeon, and operating room and anesthesia fees. Approximate costs can be found here on the Real Self website, Surgery.org, or PlasticSurgery.org. Also remember that the addition of implants to the breast lift surgery will increase the cost.Your procedures should always be performed by a #PlasticSurgeon who is board-certified and has a great deal of experience specializing in cosmetic #surgery. You will then greatly improve your chances of getting the result you desire, and, without the need for further revision surgeries. It is suggested that you look at before and after photos of the surgeons actual patients, and read patient reviews. Gathering all of this information will help you make a well-informed decision.

Removal and replacement of breast implants for size is
a commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedure.Prices for this procedure vary widely and
depend upon several variables.It’s
important to make sure that your fee quote includes the surgeons’ fee, facility
fee, anesthesia charge, implant cost and pre and post-operative care.Each of these components may vary widely
depending upon the surgeons 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 surgeons’ fee can vary as
well depending upon regional differences and levels of local competition.In some cases, discounts may be given for
secondary surgery.Anesthesia fees can
vary and this may be related to the use of a 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 are more expensive than saline implants.When
all of these variables are considered, fees in the mid-western United States
vary between $4,300 and $7,000.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 the surgeon’s experience and
reputation and their ability to communicate with you.

Revision breast augmentation or secondary breast enhancement is commonly done to increase or decrease size. One year from your initial operation is early, though the operation should be easy if you do not have a lot of scarring. The recovery will be straightforward and not like your first. I would discuss the cost of the procedure with your plastic surgeon. It is commonly cheaper, but you will be responsible for the ancillary costs including breast implants. Let me know if you have questions. Dr. Trussler 

Typically if a patient of mine decides she wants to have larger implants I reduces the surgeons fee for the second procedure.  There are still the costs of the operating room and the implants themselves as well as anesthesia. As Dr Whitt said there may be more to do in some occassions rather than just exchange implants i.e. pocket adjustment.

Talk all this over with your surgeon pre operatively.

Hope this helps,

Dr T

Typically you will be paying for a new procedure unless there are circumstances involved whch you don't mention.  It's not as simple as slipping in a larger set of implants and may involve extra time.

Hi carlsbad, Yes, if you go back to your same surgeon, it shouldn't be as expensive as it was for your initial augmentation. Going up in size is not usually complicated, but it's a bit more than "slipping in bigger implants". Good luck!

Implant exchange like other cosmetic surgery varies considerably across the country and even in the same area. South Florida tends to have lower fees then more expensive areas such as New York or Los Angeles. We charge $2800 + MD Anesthesia related costs for implant exchange with saline implants. Gel Implants tend to be about $1000 to $1500 more. Since you can get quality work at lower costs, patients will travel from throughout the state, the country, and internationally to have surgery in South Florida. To ensure that you are receiving quality work at the most cost effective prices, consult with board certified plastic surgeons that own their own nationally accredited facilities. The quality must be maintained at the highest level to maintain accreditation. The surgeons also have incentive to hire and train quality staff (to ensure that surgery is efficient and enjoyable), to ensure comfortable and private facilities (to encourage referral), and to eliminate waste (to ensure that these facilities can compete effectively).

Thank you for the question.

I think if you are able to communicate your concerns and goals with your plastic surgeon in a calm, non-accusatory fashion  you will most likely have a positive experience.  Most successful plastic surgeons try very hard to keep their patients happy; it is likely that your surgeon  will do everything he/she can, including  discounting surgeon's fee, to make this happen.

I hope this helps.  Best wishes.