Cost of Breast Implants with Breast Augmentation

The cost of breast augmentation (breast enlargement) can be extremely difficult to predict because it depends on a number of factors, including the plastic surgeon's location.

The most common surgery fees associated with breast augmentation include the following:

  • Medical Tests
  • Breast Implants Cost
  • Anesthesia Fees
  • Surgeon's Fees
  • Hospital and or Surgical Facility Fees
  • Prescription Medications
  • Post-surgical Garments
  • Follow-up Care

The average total cost of breast augmentation can range from $4,000.00 to $10,000. The surgeon's fee alone often accounts for nearly half of the total cost. This is because the surgeon's skills, experience, education and credentials are important when it comes to patient safety, quality of care and aesthetic results.

In addition, each patient's individual aesthetic goals, choice of silicone breast implants or saline breast implants, placement of the implants and incision type, may contribute to the overall cost of the procedure. Silicone implants are gel-filled and often provide a more natural feel than saline, which are water and salt-based implants that are considered to be much safer in case of a rupture. However, the advantages and disadvantages of each type of implant are quite complex and should be discussed in greater detail with a qualified breast augmentation surgeon.

Breast augmentation cost can also depend on the patient's current condition of their breasts, which determines the complexity of the procedure. For example, many patients who undergo breast augmentation often require a breast lift in order to achieve the best possible aesthetic results, which can increase the overall cost of the procedure. Undergoing breast augmentation with a plastic surgeon that you feel comfortable and safe with should be your top priority, regardless of the price.

The best way to learn about the costs associated with plastic surgery procedures, including breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift and other body sculpting treatments, such as liposuction, body lift and tummy tuck is to schedule a one-on-one consultation with an experienced cosmetic specialist.

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