How Much Does a Breast Lift with Implants Cost?

The average cost of a breast lift with implants is $10,542, according to 775 recent patient reviews. Prices range from $5,000 to $18,500, depending on the specifics of your treatment plan, who performs it, their practice location, and a few other key factors.

The combination of mastopexy with augmentation (as plastic surgeons call this procedure) restores volume, balance, and youthfulness by:

• removing excess skin to lift sagging breast tissue
• reshaping the breasts
• repositioning the nipples and areolas
• enhancing breast size, shape, and cleavage with saline or silicone gel implants

Breast surgery is a common component of a mommy makeover. In their mommy makeover cost breakdown, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) cites an average cost of $6,225 for a breast augmentation procedure with a lift. ASPS-reported prices reflect only surgeon fees and do not include anesthesia, facility fees, and related expenses, which can add thousands to your total surgery costs.

Like other cosmetic surgery procedures, this one isn’t covered by health insurance.

Read on to learn:

• what to look for in a surgeon’s price quote
• which factors help determine the price you’ll pay
• whether patients say their results are worth the money

What to look for in a total cost quote

During your initial consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon, they should give you a personalized treatment plan recommendation, followed by a detailed, all-in cost quote.

Get a full breakdown of all related fees in writing, including:

• the consultation fee (typically applied to the cost of your procedure)
• the surgeon’s fee for both cosmetic procedures (the lift and the augmentation)
• the cost of the breast implants themselves
• anesthesia provider and supply fees
• facility fees for the hospital or surgery center
• any pre-op medical tests for surgery clearance
• prescription medications and any other post-op and recovery supplies, including a support bra
• follow-up appointments

If those costs aren’t included in their estimate, you’ll still need to factor them into your budget.

Is a breast lift and augmentation worth the money?

Breast lift surgery with implants has an impressive 91% Worth It Rating on RealSelf, where a majority of reviewers were happy with.their outcome.

Those who rate the procedure as “Worth It” report more breast fullness and less sagging, with some reviewers even saying the results restored their confidence.

Others who weren't happy say they were left with scarring, asymmetry, or otherwise disappointing results. Some experienced complications during their recovery.

If you're on the fence about getting implants, but still want to boost breast volume, you might consider an augmentation with fat transfer as an alternative to breast augmentation surgery with implants.

Ultimately, only you and an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon can determine which treatment plan aligns best with your budget and aesthetic goals.

Why breast lift with implants costs vary

These are the biggest factors that will impact the price you pay.

1. Your provider’s credentials and level of experience. 

An experienced plastic surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery will charge a higher surgeon’s fee than one who has only a few years in practice. But this isn’t a situation that rewards bargain shopping.

Investing in a reputable, qualified surgeon will help reduce the risk of complications and improve your chances of achieving the result you want.

• Make sure you’re choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon with years of experience for your breast lift with augmentation.
• Find a surgeon with a solid track record of happy patient reviews for this particular surgical procedure—and then resort their reviews by “lowest rating,” to ensure there isn’t a pattern of red flags.
• Look for an extensive photo gallery of their own work, including people with similar pre-op body types and results you love. 

It can also be helpful to consult with at least two different plastic surgeons about your enhancement goals, so you can compare their treatment recommendations and cost estimates. Most providers will apply the consultation fee toward the cost of your procedure, and some even offer free consults.

Related: How to Find the Best Plastic Surgeon for Your Procedure

2. Where your surgery is performed.

Practices in geographic locations with higher costs of living, like New York City or Los Angeles, typically charge more for plastic surgeries like breast lift procedures. 

Provider supply and demand also factor in. In places like Miami, which have a high ratio of plastic surgeons per capita, qualified providers compete for patients (including those from out of town) with lower prices.

The type of surgical facility can also play a role in your price. Your surgeon’s own surgical facility will probably cost less than an operating room in a hospital. 

During your consultation, ask if their surgical facility is accredited and find out if your doctor has hospital admitting privileges for this procedure, in case of an emergency.

3. The type of anesthesia you have and who administers it.

A breast lift with implants is typically done under general anesthesia, so you’re completely unconscious. Local anesthesia with oral sedation may be less expensive, but not every surgeon offers them for this procedure—especially if the patient is having add-ons like lipo.

Anesthesia costs include the anesthesia provider fee and the facility anesthesia fee, which covers the cost of supplies, medications, and additional staff.

A certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) is qualified to give you anesthesia and may come at a lower cost than an anesthesiologist (a medical doctor who administers anesthesia).

However, a board-certified anesthesiologist could increase your safety, especially if you have an underlying health condition.

4. The complexity of your procedure.

“There are a few variables, like incision and implant choice, that can affect cost to some degree,” explains Dr. Daniel Butz, a plastic surgeon in Mequon, Wisconsin.

For example, if you choose silicone implants, your breast lift and augmentation cost will probably be more than if you go with saline implants: anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000 more per implant. 

If you have a lollipop or anchor incision, you may be charged more than if you have a simpler crescent or donut incision.

It’s common for patients to tack other procedures, like liposuction or a tummy tuck, onto their breast surgery—or even a more comprehensive mommy makeover.

Stacking procedures will increase your overall cost, but it often makes financial sense because you’ll save on anesthesia and facility fees, compared to having them as separate operations. Plus, some surgeons offer discounts on combination procedures.

Related: 7 Surprising Factors That Can Make Your Breast Augmentation Cost More

Financing options

Most plastic surgery practices offer monthly payment plans or accept third-party financing options.

For example, the CareCredit credit card is widely accepted by providers across the U.S.

Breast lift with implants costs in U.S. states

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Breast lift with implants costs in major U.S. metros