Did Belén Esteban have breast surgery? Yes, and she calls it her best operation

What did Belén Esteban say about her breast surgery?

On 9 September 2025 the panel of “No somos nadie” on the channel TEN discussed cosmetic surgery. According to El Español, Esteban listed the areas she has had operated on — the eyes, the breasts, the nose and the mouth — and then said: “But I had the breast implants removed, because they thought they were faulty, and they were perfect. But for me the best operation I've ever had in my life was the breasts.” She insisted: “I have beautiful breasts,” and ended with “I love it.”

That is all we rely on here. She did not give dates, the type of implants, the reason for the suspicion or other medical details, so this article does not guess at them. The sections below explain breast augmentation and implant removal in general, not her treatment.

Two things her words show

First, satisfaction with a result is personal. Esteban did not describe her operations as equally successful; she singled out the breast surgery as the one she is happiest with. Many patients have the same experience: what matters is whether the result matches what they wanted.

Second, implants are not a one-off decision for life. Her story mentions removal after a suspected problem that, in her words, turned out not to exist. Implants are medical devices with a limited lifespan, and follow-up, examinations and sometimes further operations are part of living with them. That is worth knowing before the first operation, not after.

How breast augmentation and implant removal are done today

Breast augmentation is performed under general anaesthesia, takes 1.5–3 hours and involves one day in hospital. The size, shape and profile of the implants are chosen with the surgeon. The main options:

• Filling — silicone or saline implants.
• Shape — round or anatomical (teardrop).
• Surface — smooth or textured.

Implants usually last about 10–15 years before replacement. The price at City Medical Centre includes anaesthesia, the inpatient stay and a year of follow-up by the plastic surgeon.

Who is it for, and how to prepare

Breast augmentation is chosen for small or asymmetric breasts or to restore volume after weight changes or breastfeeding; after childbirth it is best to wait at least 6–12 months after the birth and after breastfeeding ends. Implant removal or replacement is considered when implants reach the end of their lifespan, when a complication is suspected, or when the patient simply no longer wants them. Before any of these operations patients have blood tests, a coagulation panel, infection tests, an ECG, a chest X-ray and a breast ultrasound. Aspirin-type drugs, steroids and hormonal drugs are stopped in advance, oral contraceptives at least a month before, always with the doctor.

Recovery after breast surgery

Moderate discomfort is usual on days 1–3, much less by days 5–7 and gone by weeks 2–3. Non-physical work is possible after 7–14 days, fitness and swimming after 4–6 weeks and strength training after three months. Compression garments are worn for 4–6 weeks. Swelling settles in about a month, full recovery takes 3–6 months and scars fade in 6–12 months. Possible complications include hematoma, seroma, infection, changes in nipple sensitivity, capsular contracture and asymmetry — one more reason why regular check-ups matter.

1. Day of surgeryGeneral anaesthesia, 1.5–3 hours; one day in hospital.
2. Days 1–3Moderate discomfort; compression garment on.
3. Days 5–14Discomfort decreases; non-physical work after 7–14 days.
4. Weeks 4–6Swelling has largely settled; compression garments come off; fitness and swimming return.
5. Month 3Strength training is allowed again.
6. Months 3–6Full recovery.
7. Months 6–12Scars fade; sensitivity usually returns.

Breast surgery at City Medical Centre

City Medical Centre performs breast augmentation, breast lifts, reductions and implant removal for international patients. The first consultation is free and the final cost is fixed in the contract. More details are on the breast augmentation page.

To be clear: City Medical Centre has no connection with Belén Esteban or her treatment. Her story is simply a well-known example of someone who spoke openly about breast surgery.

Frequently asked questions

What did Belén Esteban say about her breast surgery?

On “No somos nadie” in September 2025 she said the breast surgery was the best operation of her life and that she loves the result.

Did Belén Esteban have her implants removed?

Yes, by her own account: she said she had them removed because they were thought to be faulty, and that they turned out to be perfect. She gave no further medical details.

How long do breast implants last?

Usually about 10–15 years before replacement. Regular check-ups help to spot problems early.

How much does implant removal cost at City Medical Centre?

Implant removal costs $3,300 and breast augmentation $4,700. The final cost is fixed in the contract after the consultation.

When can I go back to work after breast augmentation?

Non-physical work is usually possible after 7–14 days; sport after 4–6 weeks, strength training after about three months.