Breast, Fat Transfer | 4 minute read
Breast implant removal, also known as explant surgery, often makes a woman feel more natural. However, some individuals aren’t completely satisfied with the look of their breasts once the implants are gone. Fat transfer is an ideal option for women looking to add some shape and upper-pole fullness to the breasts after implant removal. This blog looks at the cost of combining breast implant removal with fat transfer, whether the two procedures are performed at the same time or fat transfer is scheduled later on.
What Is the Average Cost of Breast Implant Removal With Fat Transfer?
The average cost of breast implant removal ranges from $3,650 to $6,500, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The cost for breast augmentation using fat transfer ranges from $5,500 to $9,500. These figures represent the surgeon’s fee only and do not include additional expenses such as anesthesia or a facility fee. Most surgeons reduce the cost of individual procedures when multiple procedures are performed at one time.
Breast implant removal with fat augmentation is a highly personalized procedure, which accounts for the wide variation in pricing. At your initial consultation, you and Dr. Khoobehi will discuss your concerns and goals to create a customized treatment plan. He will provide you with an accurate quote for your procedure at that appointment.
Understanding the Cost of Breast Implant Removal
Dr. Khoobehi’s explant surgery ranges from $2,500 to $5,000, which includes the surgeon’s fee, anesthesia, and facility fee. Your cost may vary depending on whether Dr. Khoobehi removes the implant alone or also removes the capsule surrounding it. Some patients may need the capsule removed if there was significant scarring or other complications.
Additional services, such as preoperative testing or postoperative compression garments and medications, may increase the cost of your surgery. Dr. Khoobehi will include all expected costs in the quote you receive at your initial consultation to help you prepare accordingly for your surgery.
What Is Included in the Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Cost?
The cost of fat transfer to the breasts ranges from $10,000 to $13,000. The price actually includes three separate processes:
- The removal of fat from a donor area like the hips or thighs
- The processing and purification of the extracted fat
- The injections of fat into the breasts
Fat transfer may be performed using local or general anesthesia, which will also impact the cost. Procedures using local anesthetic are typically done in Dr. Khoobehi’s AAAHC surgical suite at his New Orleans office, while procedures using general anesthesia are performed at Houma Outpatient Surgical Center. Having your procedure on-site typically costs less than going to a separate surgical facility.
Advantages of Getting Both Procedures at the Same Time
The cost of implant removal with fat augmentation with Dr. Khoobehi ranges from $10,000 to $20,000. Patients will pay less to have both procedures at the same time, since they will have only one facility and anesthesia charge instead of two. While you will still pay a surgeon’s fee for each procedure, the total fee is discounted when they are performed simultaneously.
Factors that may impact the cost of implant removal with fat augmentation include:
- Implant type
- Removal of the capsule with the implant
- Amount of fat to be removed
- Additional procedures performed at the same time
Dr. Khoobehi will inject more fat than needed in the breasts to achieve the desired outcome, as the body will reabsorb some of the fat during your recovery process. The remaining fat will establish a blood supply in the breasts and become permanent. The areas where fat is removed will also retain their new contour if you maintain a healthy lifestyle after your surgery.
Learn More About Breast Implant Removal With Fat Transfer in New Orleans, LA
Fat transfer breast augmentation is an effective way to say goodbye to your implants while keeping your natural, feminine curves. Dr. Kamran Khoobehi is a board-certified plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with extensive experience in breast enhancement and fat transfer techniques.
To find out if breast implant removal with fat transfer in New Orleans is the right treatment for you, call our office at (504) 779-5538, book an appointment online, or complete our contact form today.
