At a Glance: Plastic Surgery Costs

As with any major investment, the cost of plastic surgery is critical to almost any prospective patient's decision making process. Plastic Surgery Portal can help you schedule consultations with trusted, board certified plastic surgeons near you, but once you decide that a certain procedure is right for you, only you can determine what sort of plastic surgery costs will work within your budget.

Choosing a plastic surgeon should never come down to price alone. The investment is far too important. The good news, however, is that with plastic surgery costs dropping in recent years, it's quite likely that you'll pay considerably less for a breast augmentation or face-lift than you might have in years passed. Part of this is economy related, but part of it is also a result of better technology and greater demand for cosmetic surgery nationwide.

Below, you can find statistics on the average costs of plastic surgery, broken down by popular procedures. These numbers are based on an in-depth national study by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, conducted in 2009, and they include primary surgeon fees only. Extra charges may include facility fees, anesthesia, medical tests, and implant costs.

Average Cost of Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery):
$2,717

Average Cost of Breast Augmentation (Saline):
$3,541

Average Cost of Breast Augmentation (Silicone):
$3,860

Average Cost of Breast Reduction (Female):
$5,637

Average Cost of Breast Reduction (Male, Gynecomastia):
$3,294

Average Cost of Facelift:
$6,881

Average Cost of Hair Transplant Surgery:
$5,218

Average Cost of Liposuction (Tumescent):
$2,803

Average Cost of Liposuction (Ultrasound-assisted):
$3,095

Average Cost of Rhinoplasty:
$4,493

Average Cost of Tummy Tuck:
$5,381