How Much Do Silicone Breast Implants Cost?

Breast augmentation is often performed to replace volume lost from weight loss, breast-feeding, or age or to increase the size of the breast for aesthetic reasons. The cost is variable and is based on what is done, the type of implant, and geographic variability. Quoted fees may or may not include facility, anesthesia, and implant costs. A detailed examination will help delineate the best surgical option and provide you a custom quote for your situation. Consultation with a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery would be the next best step.

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.

Pricing really depends on the surgeon and city in which your surgeon is located. In Toronto, this can range from $7000 to $9500. Note that the cost of your implant is determined by type (saline or silicone, with silicone being more expensive) and brand (Mentor or Allergan) but size does not really affect the cost. Other factors that affect price include the anesthesia, surgical centre fees and your surgeon's fees.