It is possible to augment almost any part of the body with the use of cosmetic surgery. Some of the most popular procedures include changing the size or shape of the breasts, fat removal, skin tightening and wrinkle removal. These procedures vary greatly in recovery time, length of procedure and cost. Doctors determine their own charges for the procedures.
Cost Factors
Several factors go into determining the cost of cosmetic surgery, including the complexity of the procedure. Botox is a simple procedure and typically costs significantly less than a surgery, such as a face lift. Another consideration is whether the surgery is outpatient or inpatient. Outpatient surgeries typically cost significantly less than inpatient procedures. Other factors that help to determine the cost of cosmetic surgery include as the region in which the surgery is taking place and the amount of area being operated on.
Breast Procedures
Changing the size or shape of the breasts can be done by augmenting the breasts, reducing their size or reconstructing them. The most popular way type of breast cosmetic surgery today, breast augmentation transforms the breasts by insertion of silicon or saline implants under the chest muscle or breast tissue. The price can vary from $4,000 to $10,000.
Fat removal
Fat removal cosmetic surgeries typically include liposuction and tummy tucks. Liposuction extracts unwanted fat from the body, and it can be done on almost any part of the body, from the cheeks to the thighs to the stomach. The cost of liposuction can range from $1,500 to $7,500. A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, removes unwanted fat and tightens the muscles of the stomach. On average, it can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $8,000.
Skin Tightening
Skin-tightening procedures include surgeries that remove large amounts of skin and those that lift the skin. Face lifts, one of the most effective and common skin-tightening procedures, smooth out the wrinkles in the face and give a more youthful appearance. Variations of face lifts include deep-plane lifts and short-scar face lifts. The cost of a face lift can range from $6,000 to $15,000.
Wrinkle Removal
The most common wrinkle-removal procedure done is Botox injection, which is considered a nonsurgical cosmetic procedure. Botox injections reduce the appearance of wrinkles in the face and require no anesthesia. The cost of Botox can be anywhere from $10 to $15 per unit, and the flat rate cost can vary from $300 to $1,000.
