Implant Exchange in Doctor's Office? Cost?

Exchanging your implants for a different size is more than simply pulling out the old one and putting in a new one. It requires sterile technique, a bloodless surgical field, and proper anesthesia. It oftentimes requires revision of the old imlant pocket so that the new implant fits well in the space. Different size implants have different dimensions and shapes so adjustments need to be made inside the breast pocket to accomodate this.  So the bottom line is that this is still a surgical procedure and still needs appropriate anesthesia - either sedation or general. Make sure your surgeon is a board certified plastic surgeon.  If your doctor ahs an accredited operatiing room in his office as many of us do, than this can be done in the office setting.

Breast implant exchange is a common procedure that can be performed in the office (if the office is licensed appropriately) or in the hospital or surgicenter.  Costs vary greatly between surgeon and between cities, so you really need to get estimates from your local surgeons. 

 

Good Luck.

Cost for implant exchage will depend on whether you want saline or silicone, and if you have any scar tissue that will need to be removed.  Be sure to choose a physician whose facility is accredited, as this will provide you with the best and safest environment.  Good luck!

Cost will vary, but any breast surgery especially with implants needs to be done in an accredited surgical facility. This type of facility may very well be in a plastic surgeon's office, but you should ask specifically to be sure. Implant exchange is not usually a complicated or lengthy procedure.

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. Implant Exchange with Gel Implants starts at $3500 + MD Anesthesia related costs. 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).