Breast lifts can restore shape, volume, and firmness to your breasts as well as improve posture and reduce back or neck pain due to sagging breast tissue. Boob lift procedures may take place at an outpatient surgery center or directly in your physician’s office; fees vary based on your desired goals and costs will depend on these factors.
The Boob Lift Surgeon’s Fee
When it comes to boob lift costs, surgeon fees are the single largest variable. This is because more experienced and skilled surgeons typically command higher fees; this doesn’t mean choosing the cheapest surgeon available; which could result in subpar results and even complications down the line.
Before surgery, your surgeon will review your medical history and goals with you. They’ll also conduct a physical exam and take pictures of your breasts for your records. Be sure to inform them if there’s been a history of breast cancer, any prior surgeries or implants and/or taking medications/supplements that might affect them.
Women frequently undergo boob lift procedures as part of a mommy makeover or to restore shape and volume after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Sometimes this procedure may also be combined with a tummy tuck in order to achieve more comprehensive body-contouring results.
The Anesthesia Fee
Anesthesia costs can also play a key role in the cost of breast lift surgery. Like surgeon fees, their level of skill, training, and education determine how much they charge; it’s wiser to select an anesthesiologist certified by an academic board than any other.
Your costs associated with your boob lift include hospital fees for operating room use and surgical equipment rental as well as possible pre-operative tests like bloodwork; additionally, there may be charges related to prescription medications prescribed before, during, and post-surgery.
To obtain an estimate for how much a boob lift may cost you, it is advised that you meet with an experienced plastic surgeon such as Dr. Ver Halen at his practice in Nashville, TN. He can assist in creating a comprehensive quote which covers everything from surgical facility fees and recovery garment costs all the way through medication costs.
The Operating Room Fee
Cost of Breast Lifts in addition to Surgeon Fee
Experienced surgeons usually charge higher fees for their services than less seasoned ones; there may also be costs related to the surgical facility and anesthesia costs.
Another factor influencing cost will be whether or not any additional procedures are planned. If you plan to combine breast lifts and implants, costs typically increase significantly as surgeons must be able to adapt their surgical technique according to each patient for optimal results. Also, keep in mind that cosmetic surgeries like breast lifts will likely not be covered by insurance companies.
The Post-Operative Care Fee
A breast lift involves stitching and cutting through the skin of your breasts to remove excess skin, shift your nipple into a higher position on your chest, reduce areolae size, tighten remaining tissue, reduce areola size by using surgical tape or skin adhesives, tighten remaining tissues tighter, tighten any remaining areolae, tighten remaining areolae size as well as reduce areola size with surgical tape or skin adhesives inserted by surgeons as well as insert small tubes near incision sites to drain away blood or fluid buildup in these procedures.
On the first or second post-op day after surgery, doctors will remove your bandages and drains in order to promote optimal healing. They’ll also assess your nipple condition as well as implant placement.
If you are curious to know more about how a boob lift could enhance your appearance, contact Ver Halen Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery and schedule an initial consultation with our board-certified plastic surgeon. He or she will gladly discuss all aspects of the procedure as well as find ways to make it affordable within your budget.