Breast augmentation consultation - is $13,500.normal pricing for surgery?

Question

Hello! I had my first consultation after deciding I was ready to finally get a breast augmentation. I’ve had a hard time finding truly accurate ranges online for the price of breast augmentation in full, and was quotes about $13,500. Is this normal pricing? Or was I ill-informed on the affordability of a breast aug?

Finny George, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. Pricing for surgery is highly variable and may depend on your surgeon’s expertise, geographic location and sometimes the quality of the care.

Leland Deane, MD, FACS · Answer

Sounds on the high side. Having said this, multiple opinions/consultation are important. I'm happy to do a virtual consult with you.

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

The price for breast augmentation varies widely. There are several factors involved, including geographic location, facility fees and demand. Ultimately it is the surgeon’s practice that determines the price. Rather than look at pricing, it would be a better idea to select your surgeon based on their expertise and reputability.

Chet Mays, MD · Answer

Thank you for submitting your question! I would recommend getting multiple consultations and choose the surgeon you most align with and who understands your goals. All plastic surgeons will vary in price but it's more important to chose based on who listens and understands your wants/goals. I would recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon like myself and create a surgical plan.

Gianfranco Frojo, MD · Answer

That is much higher than the national average. I would get multiple consultations and select the surgeon who you believe is best qualified within your price range. This must be a board-certified plastic surgeon (American Board of Plastic Surgery).

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

This quote would include hospital fee, lab tests, anesthesia, surgery, and all visits pre and post op. I believe this is fairly average for the area. I recommend an in person consultation with a plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and be measured. After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size breast implants. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon' s experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what is right for them. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Magical21389,
the cost of surgery depends on a lot of factors (type of surgery, number of treated areas, anesthesia fee, surgeon, facility fee, city, etc.). It would be the best to visit or call plastic surgery offices and ask for a price.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question! Pricing for this surgery can vary surgeon to surgeon or region to region. If you don't feel comfortable with that price, you can seek another opinion. However, I caution patients not to go with the lowest bidder. Make sure you are looking at reviews, accreditations, B&A photos, etc. Good luck!

Nathan Molina, MD · Answer

Hi, this is certainly within the realm of "normal" for breast augmentation pricing. Just read the fine print and make sure you know exactly what you're paying for.

Warren Schutte, MD · Answer

At my consultations, every patient leaves with a price quote. Average pricing for breast augmentation is about $9,000.00. I hope this helps with your breast aug journey.