How Much Do Breast Implants Cost?

Hi- the prices range from area to area and also it is dependent on which type of implant is being used.  My current all inclusive price (including silicone or saline implants, general anesthesia fees, OR fees, etc) is $5950.  This also includes preoperative visits with 3-D sizing.  

Thecost of breast augmentation can vary depending on whether you have saline orsilicone implants. There are someimportant questions to ask as you should not base your decision about where tohave surgery only on price.



It is important toask the right questions during your consultation:



1.Is
your surgeon a board certified plastic surgeon?a.Be
sure he or she is a plastic surgeon, there are a lot surgeons that are cosmetic
surgeons or board certified in other fields other than plastic surgery. They do not do the same training as a plastic
surgeon. b.You
can check the American Board of Plastic Surgery website for a list of plastic
surgeons in your area.





2.Does your surgeon commonly
perform this procedure?a.Ask to see before and after
pictures or look online for reviews on the procedure.



3.Where is the surgery performeda.Is the procedure performed in an
accredited surgery center or hospital?



4.Who performs the anesthesia for
the procedure?a.Is an anesthesiologist performing
the anesthesia?

I hope this helps. 

Often it is not the best approach to find the cheapest plastic surgeon. Does the surgeon specialize in this procedure?  What are their credentials?  How long have they been in practice?  What percentage of their practice is cosmetic surgery?  How many of these surgeries have they performed?  Do they use the latest techniques? What do their results look like?  Do they have photos to show of their work?  Do they provide follow-up themselves, or will you only see the nurses (or even just an assistant)?  Are they available by phone for an emergency or does one of their staff answer after-hour calls?  What is the impression you get from their office and staff?  Are they professional and informative?  Do they know what they are talking about?  You need to ask yourself all of these questions.When comparing quotes from different doctors, check to make sure that the costs you are quoted are for the same thing! Check to see what type of anesthesia and facility you are going to be treated in. If the total price is lower but you are not going to receive proper anesthesia from a board certified anesthesiologist, then are you getting a better deal (or inferior treatment)? If the facility is not a certified outpatient surgery center but is an in-office procedure room, is the difference in safety worth the cost reduction? If the doctor is not a board certified plastic surgeon, is that worth the discount in the fees? I would say the answer to all three of these questions is no! Assuming you are talking about a board certified plastic surgeon with plenty of experience in breast augmentation, you need to find someone who you trust. This is your body, make sure you are making decisions based on the quality of care, the experience and training of the doctor, and proven results! Cost alone should not be the deciding factor.The prices can vary from state to state, and from city to city. Our costs, including the board certified plastic surgeon's fees, board certified anesthesiologist's fees, operating room, saline implants, labs, scar gel, vitamins, and follow-up at 1 day, 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, and every year after that forever, are around $5000. If you need more follow-up appointments, those are free as well.

The average cost for breast augmentation is around $7000 for Silicone implants. Saline implants are less expensive than silicone. It's not uncommon to find breast augmentation promotions for much less. I would suggest you see a couple reputable plastic surgeons and pick one that you feel comfortable with. That may not be the one with the lowest price but you'll appreciate added value in the long run. 

A breast augmentation with silicone implants costs approximately $4,500. This includes my fee with the implants, anesthesia fees and surgery center fees. This also includes all post-op visits. Additional costs may occur depending on the implant the patient chooses. Currently we offer traditional silicone, the soft touch which is more cohesive, and the highly cohesive gel, also known as the gummy bear. During your consultation, I will thoroughly discuss the differences and benefits of each style of implant.

Thank you for your question.The cost of breast augmentation surgery can vary significantly by region. Here in Las Vegas, we benefit with relatively lower facility costs. In our practice, we currently offer breast augmentation with silicone implants for $5000. This includes all fees: surgeon fee, implants, anesthesia, operating room facility fee, pre/post care. You should not choose your surgeon on cost alone. Choose a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in breast augmentation surgery.Best of luck.Sincerely - Dr. Bryson Richards (Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon)

My office charges $4400 for saline implants, or $5400 for silicone gel implants.  This fee includes the surgery center and anesthesia.  Typically the only additional cost is the consultation, $50.  You receive a complimentary copy of my hard-back, full color book titled "Ideal Breast" with your consultation.  Remember, it is a mistake to spend too much on your breast augmentation, but may be a bigger mistake to spend too little.  There is no economy in redo surgery.  My goal is to provide top value, putting a priority on patient safety and surgical expertise, which comes from 26 years of experience.  Included in the price is ultrasound surveillance for blood clots, which is a new safety measure.I have attached a link to my website in case you wish to read more.

Thank you for your question.  In general, silicone implants are a bit more expensive than saline breast implants.  In my opinion, silicone is a superior product and you get what you pay for.  I would counsel you to be wary of the best "deal" on implants.  Like most things in life, bargain basement prices often mean a sacrifice of quality.  When you are talking about a surgical procedure, you are paying for a board certified plastic surgeon, a safe-accredited facility, nursing staffing, state of the art equipment, a board-certified anesthesiologist and a top of the line FDA approved implant.  Depending on the region of the country, you should expect to pay anywhere from $7,000 to $12,000.  Best of luck!  Dr. Pacella

While cost is an important question to ask, it is even more important to make sure your doctor is a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in breast augmentation surgery.  Look at before and after photos of patients on whom the doctor has performed breast augmentation and speak with patients who have had a breast augmentation performed by that doctor.  Once you choose a doctor with whom you feel comfortable and whose results you like, I suggest using computer imaging (e.g., VECTRA) to assist with size selection.  After you have done this, then I recommend focusing on costs.  Be sure to accurately compare price estimates asking about all fees (e.g., surgeon, implants, garments, facility/operating room, recovery, anesthesia).

The answer is really “it
depends’. It depends on the surgeon and where you have the procedure done.
Different areas of the country vary in terms of the surgeon fee as well as the
facility fee. It also depends if you get silicone or saline implants or the
newly approved shaped silicone implants. The shaped implants are the most
expensive and the saline are the least expensive. Definitely be wary of costs
that seem to be a bargain. Remember that Breast Augmentation is surgery. Would
you pick your heart surgeon because he or she was the least expensive? I hope
not!

There are 4 main components to the cost for breast implant/augmentation surgery: the cost of the implants themselves, the surgeon's fee, the operating room or surgery center fee, and the anesthesiologist's fee. Silicone implants are more expensive than saline implants. The fees that are charged can vary depending on geographic area as well as the experience and training of the surgeon. For example, breast augmentation from a plastic surgeon in Newport Beach, California may be much more expensive than the same surgery from a superior plastic surgeon 15 minutes away.In my practice, the TOTAL fee for breast augmentation varies from about $4,700 to about $7,000. Many women seeking breast augmentation are young, without the financial resources to pay more, so I purposely keep my prices affordable so that the surgery is available to them. We are affiliated with companies that provide excellent financing options, as are many surgeons. Be careful about very low prices, which can reflect a lower level of service, or very high prices, which are often unjustified.