How Much Does It Cost to Remove Axillary Breast Tissue from Under One Arm?

Liposuction and excisional procedures are options. Non-invasive options are likely less reliable (only treating the fatty component) and will likely require multiple treatments to achieve a similar effect to more invasive options. Costs will vary from region to region, surgeon to surgeon and procedure to procedure. RealSelf.com is a helpful resource for establishing averages for a given area. This is typically not covered by insurance.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

The cost for the removal of axillary breast tissue
varies and is dependent upon multiple factors.These include the surgeon’s fee, facility fee, anesthetic charges, and
the cost of pathology services. In
the Midwestern United States the cost of this procedure would range between
$2,000 and $3,000.This would typically
include the surgeons fee, facility fee, anesthetic charges and after care.Cost
is obviously important, but it’s also important to be comfortable with the
surgeon’s qualifications and experience.Make sure you get all your questions answered and are comfortable with
your surgeon.

   Axillary breast tissue removal is difficult with liposuction alone.  The tissue, however, may be fat, which, of course, is amenable to liposuction.  After an exam to determine the best approach, a reasonable charge may be $2000 or so.

Great question. Lots of women have axillary breast tissue, and depending on your insurance and overall presentation, in some scenarios it may be covered by insurance. If not, expect to pay between $1000 to $2500 or so more to have this area treated as well. Typically it requires excision as opposed to just liposuction, as there is typically extra skin in addition to fat. it can be done safely at the time of surgery and there are no non-surgical options.
-Dr. David Mattos, New York Plastic Surgical Group

This is a common procedure and I usually recommend surgical excision as there is usually excess skin to remove as well.  Self pay rates in an office operating suite would be around $1200 in our area.  If the surgery is done at a hospital facility, we usually can submit to insurance for the surgery, anesthesia and pathology.  This will of course depend on where you live and your insurance policy.  Best wishes.

Extra breast tissue in the arm pits are common and in Australia there is an item number attached to it which means if you have private health insurance the hospital costs are covered provided the type of insurance you have covers it. This can be done in association with other breast procedures such as breast reduction and if this is the case the surgeon often won't charge a gap to do the additional breast tissue removal from the arm pits. Having said this of course it needs to be judged on the case by case basis. On a side note liposuctioning it may not be the answer so you need to consult a specialist in that regard.
Wishing you the best in your journey.
Dr Leo Kim, Specialist Plastic Surgeon in Sydney 

Axillary breast tissue removal 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 starting at $1000 + MD Anesthesia related costs (if needed) for axillary breast tissue removal. 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).

If you have axillary breast tissue, then liposuction usually is not successful. It is best to excise it directly.  The fee will vary.

Thank you for your question.

It is not possible to give you non-surgical options without an examination.  Pricing can range from $1500 on up depending on exactly what is performed and how it's performed.

It will be best to visit with board certified plastic surgeons in your area to discuss in more detail after an examination of the area of concern.

Best Wishes.

This is a straight forward question with a direct answer.  In my facility your total cost for liposuction to that region would be $1200, and $1500 for excisional surgery if it is appropriate.  That is inclusive of anesthesia and facility costs. Hope that helps.