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How Much Does a Breast Augmentation Cost in New York City?

Breast augmentation surgery at New York Breast Surgery Center is usually a cash-based procedure. In New York City, they cost between $18K and $25K. Unlike other breast procedures that are necessary to address health issues or eliminate pain, augmentations usually aren’t covered by insurance policies, unless you’re undergoing a breast reconstruction after a mastectomy.

At your consultation, you’re provided with a cost breakdown for your specific procedure because financial considerations are part of your decision. The team at New York Breast Surgery Center don’t hide costs. Their goal is to help you figure out what’s best for you. The practice’s talented plastic surgeons — David Shokrian, MD and Mohamed Soliman Ahmed Elfar, MD, MS, FACS — believe this is where a relationship built on trust begins.

What’s Included in a Breast Augmentation Quote Given to Me?

During your one-on-one consultation, your plastic surgeon explores cost and financing options with you, in addition to the physical exam, discussion about your personal goals and the doctor’s recommendations to help you reach those goals. Your discussion may include the costs of:

Dr. Shokrian adds, “So you aren’t confused about the gap between the quoted price and the final bill, we break down the total cost of each component during your consultation. Remember that you get what you pay for, so don’t leave such a visible surgery to chance. It’s the reason to insist on the most experienced surgeon you can find, since your results depend on his expertise.”

Why Is the Cost of Breast Augmentation Different for Each Patient?

To get the look you want, a breast augmentation usually involves one or more procedures to add volume to your bust, give you the feminine profile you desire and boost your self-confidence. It may include:

A breast lift to reduce sagging
A breast lift with implants to address both sagging and volume
A scarless breast lift for mild sagging
Inserting saline-filled or silicone-filled implants, which offer different sizes and profiles
A fat transfer breast augmentation to add volume without implants

You don’t get a fixed-price menu; instead, every procedure adds to your bottom line. You have a specific anatomy and goals that your surgeon builds your treatment plan around. When your plastic surgeon establishes the total price of your procedure, it’s based on the clinical choices that help you reach your goals. Your price includes your surgeon’s fee and other factors that influence your final cost, such as:

Breast implant cost. The type and brand of your chosen breast implant affect the total cost. For example, Motiva implants are more expensive than saline-filled implants, but you may consider them worth the extra cost, as they hold up longer and feel more natural.
Facility fee. Most breast procedures at New York Breast Surgery Center are performed in their accredited surgical suite. The facility fee is billed based on amount of time spent there. An augmentation alone costs less than an augmentation with an additional procedure due to the increased time needed.
Combination procedures. You may pair an augmentation with a breast lift or revision to address other issues in the same surgery. While it’s cost-efficient in the long run, performing multiple procedures together adds to your costs due to the additional planning and complexity.
Anesthesia fee. The anesthesia fee is a clinical variable tied to surgical requirements. This fee also includes the services of a board-certified anesthesiologist. You’re charged by type of anesthesia used and the duration of your procedure.

“Before the procedure, you have to complete pre-operative testing, such as blood tests, lab work and sometimes mammography,” shares Dr. Shokrian. “Your requirements, and your costs, may vary. We discuss your post-operative requirements before the surgery, so you understand all the costs associated with your follow-up visits, medications, surgical garments and other needs to heal safely and completely.”

Why Are Breast Implants the Biggest Variable in the Cost of Breast Augmentation In NYC?

Financially, the breast implant you choose matters a great deal in your breast augmentation procedure. The type of implant affects the surgical time, long-term outcome and surgical technique required, all of which affect the total cost. At New York Breast Surgery Center, your expert plastic surgeon recommends an implant based on his clinical experience and on your breast anatomy, tissue and goals. The reasons your implant selection is the biggest variable in cost include:

Implant type. Saline-filled implants are filled with sterile salt water only after they’re put in place, meaning they go in empty. That requires less surgical time and a smaller incision. Saline-filled implants are cheaper than silicone implants, which come filled with cohesive silicone gel. These implants require greater surgical precision. Form-stable, cohesive gel implants, known as gummy bear implants, are a premium choice. They maintain their shape even if the shell is compromised.
Implant brand. New York Breast Surgery Center offers premium brands, including Motiva implants. Each brand has different price points, warranty structures and performance records.
Implant size. Implant size, measured in cubic centimeters, affects the pocket creation, which in turn determines the complexity of the surgery and surgical planning required.
Implant profile. The implant profile is the degree of forward projection from your chest wall. Higher profile implants require greater precision for natural-looking results.
Implant placement. Your surgeon can place your implant above your chest muscle (sub-glandular), below the muscle (sub-pectoral) or in a dual plane (a combination of both). The decision affects the surgical complexity. Dual-plane placement is the most technically demanding.

Dr. Shokrian adds: “Choosing the right type of implant depends on your breast anatomy, tissue and desired outcome. It shouldn’t be based on what’s popular or affordable. I ensure that the implant selection conversation is clinically informed with a complete cost breakdown specific to your procedure.”

How Much Difference Can the Surgeon Make in the Total Cost?

If you’re considering breast augmentation, you should demand long-term results. You don’t want revision surgeries or additional costs. Several factors ensure that you won’t need a revision surgery:

Your surgeon’s experience, which ties directly into the figure written for the surgeon’s fee
The surgeon’s fee, which reflects the surgeon’s the depth of training, board certifications and clinical judgment
The gap between them, as an inexperienced surgeon often charges less than an experienced surgeon — but if you want predictably excellent results, choose experience over cost

Dr. Shokrian is a bona fide plastic surgeon who has performed more than 5,000 procedures. He has completed almost every type of breast surgery. He’s not only perfected his technique, but he understands when to use each type. Dr. Elfar is a triple board-certified surgeon. This certification represents a clinical standing beyond the fundamental standards. Both are highly skilled surgeons.

How Can I Afford a Breast Augmentation in New York City?

Cost should never be the reason you reconsider a procedure you want. While New York Breast Surgery Center presently doesn’t offer in-house financing plans, they encourage you to explore independent financing options, such as CareCredit. This credit card is a nationally recognized medical card suitable for out-of-pocket healthcare and wellness expenses. CareCredit offers two financing structures:

Deferred interest financing. CareCredit gives you six, 12, 18 or 24 months to pay off your balance. If you can manage that, you pay zero interest. Note that interest accrues in the background starting on the day you use the card. If you reach the end of the term with even a small balance remaining, the interest for the whole time is charged to your account at once.
Reduced APR financing. This option has a fixed monthly payment at a reduced interest rate, spread over 24, 36, 48 or 60 months. There are no surprises at the end of the term, as you pay a consistent monthly amount until the balance is paid in full.

“The best option for you depends on your personal situation,” says Dr. Shokrian. “If you’re sure you can pay off the balance within the given time frame, deferred interest financing saves you money. If you prefer a manageable and fixed monthly payment without any deadline pressure, choose reduced APR financing, which gives you stability. Ask my team if you have financing questions; we’re here to help.”

Applying for CareCredit is simple. You can easily do it yourself. Before you submit your full application, visit their website to see if you prequalify, which takes just a few minutes. It uses a soft credit card inquiry and has no impact on your credit score. After that, submit your application and wait for approval. Once approved, you can use it immediately, and you don’t need to reapply for future uses.

How Does New York Breast Surgery Center Prepare Me Financially for Breast Augmentation?

Navigating the financial side of a breast augmentation can be confusing, since it’s usually not eligible for insurance coverage. This financial reality affects your treatment plan. The New York Breast Surgery Center surgeons, Dr. Elfar and Dr. Shokrian, address it openly during every consultation.

Initial consultations, pre-surgical testing, implant selection, facility standards and surgical plan — everything influences your final bill. Your surgical team answers every financial question clearly and early in the process. You need to know all your options before making a decision. Schedule your consultation today at New York Breast Surgery Center to discover how much your specific procedure will cost.

Medically Reviewed on July 24, 2026 by Dr. Shokrian (Plastic Surgeon) of New York Breast Surgery Center of New York

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