While breast augmentation is a very popular procedure, there often comes a time when patients with a primary augmentation want or need a revision. This can mean replacing old implants with new ones, adding a breast lift to resolve breast ptosis, or removing the implants altogether. So, how much can one expect to pay? Since the procedure is so custom, most breast implant revision procedures start at $15,000, but vary widely depending on the surgical approach, the complexity of the case, and other factors. This blog discusses the potential cost of breast implant revision in Newport Beach.
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How Much Does Breast Implant Revision Cost in Newport Beach, CA?
If you’ve decided it’s time to upgrade your breast implants–be it due to breast sagging, ill-fitting implants, or issues like capsular contracture–the procedure you need is a breast revision, sometimes called breast implant revision. All cosmetic procedures are customized to the patient’s needs and goals; your surgeon approaches each procedure individually. That’s why it’s hard to find exact pricing when shopping for breast augmentation, breast lifts, or breast revision online.
And while there is a custom nature to each procedure–breast augmentation, for example, is customized by the size and style of the implants, as well as other factors like incision placement–breast implant revision is perhaps the most custom. That’s because the approach depends on more than just the patient’s aesthetic goals. There are other factors to consider, including current issues with the prior implants (if present) and physiological concerns, such as implant migration, rupture, or capsular contracture. Lastly, regarding the patients’ needs: do you want to replace your implants with larger, smaller, or newer top-of-the-line ones? Do you have breast sagging that needs to be addressed with another procedure, such as a breast lift? Do you need capsule removal or repair to improve the implant positioning and increase your cleavage? Do you want to remove your implants altogether?
All of these factors play an important role in the surgical steps and thus, the final cost of the procedure.
Average Cost of Breast Implant Revision Surgery in Newport Beach, CA
Still, patients need a guideline on what they might be paying for this procedure. Dr. Keyian Paydar at Paydar Plastic Surgery & Dermatology is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Newport Beach, CA, delivering safe, superior results for his breast implant revision patients. Dr. Paydar combines artistry with expert precision to deliver stunning results that address both his patients’ needs and their wants in implant revision. Since the procedure is so custom, most breast implant revision procedures start at $15,000, but vary widely depending on the surgical approach, the complexity of the case, and other factors.
Below, we’ll discuss the different surgical options available for breast implant revision, how they might affect cost, and what is included in plastic surgery pricing.
What Is Included in Plastic Surgery Prices?
The following is a breakdown of the potential cost for breast implant revision surgery:
- The surgeon’s fee ($6,000 – $14,000)
- The facility cost ($2,000 – $3,500)
- Breast Implant cost ($600 – $3,000)
- Anesthesia cost ($1,500 – $2,000)
- Miscellaneous costs ($500 – $1,500)
There may also be consultation fees, typically paid prior to your first consultation and applied to the final cost of the procedure. Your pre- and postoperative visits are included in these fees, as well, so when you come in for a follow-up visit during recovery, you won’t have to pay.
The surgeon’s fee ($6,000 – $14,000) – is the base price of the procedure, and will vary depending on the complexity and surgical approach, but more on that later. Additionally, the surgeon’s fee depends on the surgeon’s experience, specialization, and board certification. Those with more experience and credentials with excellent results command higher fees. Lastly, geography plays a role, as practices in coastal and metropolitan areas face higher costs of living and therefore charge higher prices to accommodate them.
The facility cost ($2,000 – $3,500) – is the cost of performing surgery in an ambulatory surgical center or a hospital operating room. While this varies, surgeons who have their own surgical centers can typically charge a little less than those who have to use their hospital privileges. The facility fee covers the cost of using the space, nursing staff salaries, scrub technician salaries, and surgical materials. Lastly, the duration of the surgery plays a role: the longer the surgery or the more complex it is, the higher the facility fee. Combining procedures like breast implant revision and breast lift can result in a higher facility fee.
Implant cost ($600 – $3,000) – is determined by the type of implant material you choose. Silicone implants are generally more expensive than saline implants due to the production and manufacturing of medical-grade silicone. Saline implants are cheaper because they are made of sterile salt water. The size of the implant does not affect the price.
Anesthesia cost ($1,500 – $2,000) – covers the cost of administering anesthesia during your procedure. Breast implant revision requires general anesthesia, which is administered by an anesthesiologist and lasts through the duration of the procedure. Again, the longer the procedure, the higher the anesthesia fee.
Miscellaneous costs ($500 – $1,500) – are just that: miscellaneous. They can include the cost of specialized equipment, such as absorbable mesh for implant support, LED light therapy with ElixirMD for faster recovery, compression garments or surgical bras for recovery, medications, and additional implants.
What Are My Options for Breast Implant Revision?
Patients choose to have breast implant revision for a number of reasons, including:
Replace Old Implants
If you’ve had your breast implants for years now and feel it’s time to replace them, or have been advised to do so by your plastic surgeon or doctor, then the first step is to remove the old implants.
Even if you haven’t had any issues such as rupture, you might simply want to upgrade to new implants. Patients can change the size, projection, and material of their implants to create an aesthetic they prefer.
Reshape Deformed Breasts
If you’ve had multiple breast operations by another surgeon and are not happy with the final shape or size of your breasts, or are now dealing with contour deformity, discomfort, and/or asymmetry to the breasts and nipples, then you will need a breast revision surgery. Such an operation not only allows the removal and replacement of old implants but can also include ancillary procedures, such as fat grafting, revision breast lift, or capsulorrhaphy, to improve the contour, shape, and symmetry of the breasts and nipples.
Capsulectomy
In some cases, patients experience capsular contracture after initial breast augmentation surgery. This is when the natural scar capsule that forms around the implant is too thick and constricts the implants, causing discomfort and the breasts to look misshapen. This can be remedied by removing the old implants and breast scar tissue capsule in a procedure called capsulectomy.
Capsulorrhaphy
In some cases, patients experience migration of implants, usually lower and towards the armpits, after initial breast augmentation surgery. This is caused by initial overdissection of the pocket for the implants, or from oversized implants, or genetic causes leading to insufficient support from the tissues and ligaments, or from lack of postoperative restriction to upper body activities early on after augmentation, all leading to malposition of the implants with discomfort and disappearance of the cleavage. This can be remedied by tightening the capsule in a procedure called capsulorrhaphy, with or without the use of an absorbable mesh for further support.
Breast Lift
Either due to the natural aging process or the weight of large implants, some patients have breast sagging or ptosis. In this case, it’s best to combine your breast implant replacement or removal with a breast lift, which removes redundant skin and lifts the breast mound higher on the chest. The result is perky, shapely breasts.
Breast Implant Removal
Some patients no longer want their breast implants. This is due to personal preference, changes in aesthetics, or lifestyle changes. In this case, your surgeon will remove the breast implants and repair any stretched or damaged tissue to achieve the best aesthetic result. It is common for patients to combine a breast lift with a breast implant removal procedure, as the aging of breasts is more evident after breast implant removal.
Get Your Breast Revision Cost Quote in Newport Beach, CA
The best way to learn how much you can expect to pay for your unique breast revision procedure is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Paydar, who will create a custom surgical plan that addresses your exact needs. Call Paydar Plastic Surgery & Dermatology today at (949) 755-0575 or complete the contact form to request a consultation.
