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Did Belén Esteban have breast surgery? Yes, and she calls it her best operation
Belén Esteban, one of Spain's best-known television personalities, talked openly about her cosmetic surgery on the programme “No somos nadie” in September 2025. She called her breast operation the best of her life, and in the same breath said she had later had the implants removed. Here is what she said and what both procedures involve.
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The main points in 30 seconds
- On 9 September 2025, on the TV programme No somos nadie, reported by El Español, Belén Esteban talked about her breast surgery.
- She called it the best operation of her life, and said she later had the implants removed because they were thought faulty.
- Breast augmentation is done under general anaesthesia, takes 1.5–3 hours, and needs one day in hospital.
- Non-physical work is possible after 7–14 days, and implants usually last about 10–15 years before replacement.
- At City Medical Centre breast augmentation costs $4,700, and the first consultation is free.
Key facts about the procedure
- Back to work7–14 days
- Stay in clinic1 day
- AnaesthesiaGeneral
- Fixed price$4,700
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Belén Esteban
- Country
- Spain
- Who
- TV personality and panellist
- Quote source
- El Español, 9 September 2025
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.
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.”
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WhatsAppThat 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.
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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.
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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.
Breast augmentation
- What it does
- Increases volume with implants
- Price at City Medical Centre
- $4,700
Breast lift with implants
- What it does
- Lift plus added volume
- Price at City Medical Centre
- $5,400
Breast lift without implants
- What it does
- Raises and reshapes the breast
- Price at City Medical Centre
- $4,700
Implant removal
- What it does
- Removes existing implants
- Price at City Medical Centre
- $3,300
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.
How recovery after breast surgery usually goes
- Day of surgeryGeneral anaesthesia, 1.5–3 hours; one day in hospital.
- Days 1–3Moderate discomfort; compression garment on.
- Days 5–14Discomfort decreases; non-physical work after 7–14 days.
- Weeks 4–6Swelling has largely settled; compression garments come off; fitness and swimming return.
- Month 3Strength training is allowed again.
- Months 3–6Full recovery.
- 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.
Sources
What the article says about the celebrity is based only on these public statements.
- El Español (Bluper), 9 September 2025
Medical background and further reading
General information about the procedure from health authorities and medical societies. It is not advice for any individual patient.
- PubMed / NCBI — Recognizing and Managing Breast Implant Complications: A Review (Int J Womens Health, 2025)
- PubMed / NCBI — Outcomes in primary breast augmentation: 1539 consecutive cases (Plast Reconstr Surg, 2015)
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons — Breast Augmentation
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration — Breast Implants
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