I'm hoping to get a breast augmentation before the end of May 2010 for summer swimsuit modeling. I am looking for a surgeon in the US who does (saline) breast augmentations for under $4,000. But I'm not looking for the answer "you get what you pay for" because that's not necessarily true. I'm just looking for an affordable, quality surgeon. Thank you.
Answer: The secret for an inexpensive breast augmentation I don't know about your area...but at least in LA, $4K is getting pretty low in private practice. Remember, the implant is $1K, an anesthesiologist is about $600, a proper operating room is $2000 or so....meaning that the numbers just don't add up unless you don't have an anesthesiologist, a good OR, etc. And the only surgeons that I have been aware of operating at that price - and I'm not saying that I have surveyed them all - but of what I have been aware, many have either not been certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or were those who - in my opinion- didn't quite dazzle me with their judgment.
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Answer: The secret for an inexpensive breast augmentation I don't know about your area...but at least in LA, $4K is getting pretty low in private practice. Remember, the implant is $1K, an anesthesiologist is about $600, a proper operating room is $2000 or so....meaning that the numbers just don't add up unless you don't have an anesthesiologist, a good OR, etc. And the only surgeons that I have been aware of operating at that price - and I'm not saying that I have surveyed them all - but of what I have been aware, many have either not been certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or were those who - in my opinion- didn't quite dazzle me with their judgment.
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Answer: Breast Augmentation Thanks for your question.
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January 10, 2018
Answer: Quality Breast Augmentation in the US for Under $4,000? It's a great question and price is a very important consideration when exploring breast augmentation surgery. Make sure you do your research, so that you find a highly qualified board-certified plastic surgeon to perform your operation. Quality and safety are the most important factors when considering cosmetic surgery. A discounted price is not worth sacrificing your safety. Find a surgeon who will take the time to answer all of your questions and explain all of your options, so that you can decide if breast augmentation is right for you.
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January 10, 2018
Answer: Quality Breast Augmentation in the US for Under $4,000? It's a great question and price is a very important consideration when exploring breast augmentation surgery. Make sure you do your research, so that you find a highly qualified board-certified plastic surgeon to perform your operation. Quality and safety are the most important factors when considering cosmetic surgery. A discounted price is not worth sacrificing your safety. Find a surgeon who will take the time to answer all of your questions and explain all of your options, so that you can decide if breast augmentation is right for you.
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February 18, 2017
Answer: Look for ASPS and ASAPS Members as your Surgeon Thank you for your question. Costs vary across the country, but $4,000 is certainly below the average. Look for surgeons who are board-certified plastic surgeons to ensure quality care. Search for ASPS active members, who must be board-certified plastic surgeons, and ideally ASAPS active members, who must have performed 75 cases within 18 months to be admitted (only approximately 30% of board-certified plastic surgeons are able to become members of ASAPS). Be wary of:Going internationally for surgeryGoing to providers whose prices are "too low". They are most likely not board-certified plastic surgeons. (A good question to ask during your in-office consultation with the surgeon is: "Are you a board-certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery?". Any other "certification" given, even seemingly similarly worded, is not a board-certified plastic surgeon.)Disclaimer: I am an active member of ASAPS.
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February 18, 2017
Answer: Look for ASPS and ASAPS Members as your Surgeon Thank you for your question. Costs vary across the country, but $4,000 is certainly below the average. Look for surgeons who are board-certified plastic surgeons to ensure quality care. Search for ASPS active members, who must be board-certified plastic surgeons, and ideally ASAPS active members, who must have performed 75 cases within 18 months to be admitted (only approximately 30% of board-certified plastic surgeons are able to become members of ASAPS). Be wary of:Going internationally for surgeryGoing to providers whose prices are "too low". They are most likely not board-certified plastic surgeons. (A good question to ask during your in-office consultation with the surgeon is: "Are you a board-certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery?". Any other "certification" given, even seemingly similarly worded, is not a board-certified plastic surgeon.)Disclaimer: I am an active member of ASAPS.
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December 5, 2015
Answer: Breast augmentation costs Thank you for your question. I would visit with a number of plastic surgeons in your area. I would narrow down to a few surgeons that you feel very comfortable with and discuss price/payment options. There are several costs that go into breast augmentation including the facility fees, anesthesia fees, surgeon's fee and the cost of the implants. Saline is the cheapest of the implants so it will save you some money compared to silicone implants. You may also want to consider a residency training program as they will discount fees for their senior residents to perform the surgery under the guidance of their more experienced faculty.
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December 5, 2015
Answer: Breast augmentation costs Thank you for your question. I would visit with a number of plastic surgeons in your area. I would narrow down to a few surgeons that you feel very comfortable with and discuss price/payment options. There are several costs that go into breast augmentation including the facility fees, anesthesia fees, surgeon's fee and the cost of the implants. Saline is the cheapest of the implants so it will save you some money compared to silicone implants. You may also want to consider a residency training program as they will discount fees for their senior residents to perform the surgery under the guidance of their more experienced faculty.
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August 11, 2015
Answer: Each surgeon is different. Breast augmentation is one of the most commonly performed
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August 11, 2015
Answer: Each surgeon is different. Breast augmentation is one of the most commonly performed
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