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Breast implants price abroad: how to compare quotes like for like
Searching for the price of breast implants returns figures that rarely describe the same service. This guide shows how to compare breast augmentation quotes from clinics abroad: what to put in writing about the implants, which items often sit outside the headline price, how to count time away, and what you get at City Medical Centre.
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The main points in 30 seconds
- The same breast implants price can describe very different services.
- Anaesthesia, facility, tests, garments and medication may sit outside a headline fee.
- Ask for the implant brand, model, filling, shape and surface in writing.
- Ask who pays for complications, revision and check-ups at home.
- At City Medical Centre breast augmentation costs $4,700; the final price is confirmed in writing after a free consultation.
Key facts about the procedure
- Back to work7–14 days
- Stay in clinic1 day
- AnaesthesiaGeneral
- Fixed price$4,700
Breast implants price: one phrase, many different offers
People who search for breast implants price or cost usually want a single number. The trouble is that "the price" can mean the implants themselves, the surgeon's fee or the entire operation with hospital care. Two clinics may quote very different amounts for what is, on paper, the same surgery, simply because one counts more items than the other.
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WhatsAppThe American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) says on its cost page that its published average does not include anaesthesia, operating room facilities or other related expenses. It lists the items that may be added to the surgeon's fee: anaesthesia, hospital or surgical facility costs, medical tests, post-surgery garments and prescription medication. The same logic applies when you compare offers from clinics in different countries: first make the offers comparable, then compare the amounts.
Build a like-for-like comparison
Ask each clinic for a written quote and fill in the same table for every one of them. Leave a cell empty when the clinic does not answer, and treat an empty cell as a risk.
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- Implants
- Which brand, filling, shape and surface? Is the model written in the contract?
- Surgeon's fee
- Who operates, and are they named in the quote?
- Anaesthesia
- Is it included, and who gives it?
- Hospital stay
- Does the price include the night after surgery, if one is needed?
- Tests
- Which pre-operative tests are included?
- Garments and dressings
- Is the support bra included?
- Follow-up
- How many check-ups are planned and how are they arranged from home?
Once the table is filled in, differences between offers become visible. A clinic with a lower number may simply have left out anaesthesia or the hospital night. A clinic with a higher number may be including tests and check-ups that others charge separately. Add the cost of the journey and the days you will spend away, and only then rank the offers. The ASPS also reminds patients that the surgeon's experience and your comfort with them are just as important as the final cost.
Breast augmentation abroad: choose a city and clinic
Prices, the clinic and a free online consultation for each city:
The implants: the part you should not guess
Implants are the biggest item you can verify. Ask for the manufacturer, the model, the filling, the shape, the surface and the size, and ask for them in writing. The NHS lists the type of implant, the manufacturer and the reasons for choosing them among the questions to put to a surgeon. A quote that says only "premium implants" tells you nothing.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration notes that implants are not lifetime devices, that the chance of complications rises the longer they are in place, and that you may need one or more further operations. NHS information adds that some women need further surgery after about ten years. This is a reason to ask about warranties and about what happens to the cost if a replacement is needed later. Insurers may also decline to cover removal or replacement, so check what applies to you.
What else sits outside a low headline price
A low figure can hide costs that you meet later. Before you accept a quote, ask about the points below. The NHS guidance on surgery abroad stresses that follow-up care and the cost of more surgery should be agreed in advance.
- the cost of treating a complication, and who pays for it;
- the cost of a revision operation, if you are not satisfied with the result;
- check-ups after you return home;
- travel, and the days you need to stay in the country;
- medication to take home.
The ASPS adds a practical warning: most health insurance plans will not cover cosmetic breast augmentation, its complications or another surgery to revise the appearance of the breasts, and some carriers exclude breast disease in patients who have implants. Read your policy before you go.
Time in hospital and time away
The NHS says the operation itself takes between 60 and 90 minutes and is usually done under general anaesthetic. Some people go home the same day; others stay overnight. You should take one to two weeks off work and avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for at least one month. For travellers, the NHS advises not flying for 5 to 7 days after breast surgery. A quote that assumes a two-day trip is not realistic.
When you compare offers, count the days you will need to be away, not just the figure on the invoice.
Warning signs in a price offer
Whatever the amount, step back if you see any of the following:
- the implant brand is not stated;
- you cannot speak to the surgeon before paying, or you meet them only on the day;
- a deposit is demanded quickly for a time-limited discount;
- there is no written plan for follow-up;
- surgery is sold as part of a holiday package.
The NHS recommends a consultation with the surgeon rather than with sales staff, and two consultations before surgery.
Breast augmentation price at City Medical Centre
At City Medical Centre breast augmentation costs $4,700; the final price is confirmed in writing after the free consultation. The surgeon needs to assess your anatomy before the plan, the implants and the technique are chosen, and the figure is then fixed in the contract. Use the table above to ask us for the same written details you request from any other clinic.
Get your written quote
City Medical Centre works with international patients. The first consultation is free and can be held online. Send photos of your breasts from the front and side, your height and weight, and your questions by Telegram. The surgeon assesses your case and names the price, which is recorded in the contract, and a personal coordinator stays with you from the first message to the end of recovery. See more on the breast augmentation page.
How recovery usually goes
- 7–14 daysReturn to work without physical exertion
- 3 weeksPost-op swelling disappears; scars form; no lifting over 3 kg, no raising arms above shoulder level
- 1 monthThe swelling subsides and the breasts take on a natural shape and softness
- 4–6 weeksFitness, swimming, pool and sea; compression garments worn for 4–6 weeks
- 3 monthsDiscomfort disappears; inflammatory changes resolve and a pocket forms around the implant; strength training
Sources
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons — Breast augmentation cost
- NHS — Breast enlargement (implants)
- NHS — Cosmetic surgery abroad
- U.S. FDA — Risks and complications of breast implants
- PubMed / NCBI — Recognizing and Managing Breast Implant Complications: A Review (Int J Womens Health, 2025)
Medical disclaimer. This article is for general information only and is not medical advice. It does not replace a consultation with a doctor. Every procedure has contraindications and risks. Read more · How we prepare and review medical content
Frequently asked questions
What does the price of breast augmentation usually cover?
It depends on the clinic. The ASPS lists items that may be charged on top of the surgeon's fee: anaesthesia, facility costs, medical tests, garments and prescriptions. Ask for a written breakdown and compare quotes only when they cover the same items.
How much does breast augmentation cost at City Medical Centre?
Breast augmentation at City Medical Centre costs $4,700. The final price is confirmed in writing after the free consultation, once the surgeon has assessed your case, and it is then fixed in the contract. The consultation is free and can be held online.
Should the implant brand be named in the quote?
Yes. Ask for the manufacturer, model, filling, shape, surface and size in writing. The NHS lists the type of implant, the manufacturer and the reasons for choosing them among the questions to ask a surgeon. A quote that only says premium implants is incomplete.
Is the cost of a later replacement included?
Usually not. The price covers the first operation and agreed follow-up. The FDA notes that implants are not lifetime devices and may need further operations. Ask about warranties and about the cost of revision before you decide, and check what your insurance covers.
Can I get a price before travelling?
Yes. Book a free online consultation and send photos of your breasts from the front and side, your height, weight and medical history, for example by Telegram. The surgeon assesses them, suggests a plan and names the price, which is fixed in the contract.
Have a question about your case? Get a free consultation
Message a coordinator on Telegram: we reply right in the chat, and you can send photos and questions there too.
- The first consultation is free, online consultations are available
- The doctor names the cost after the assessment, and it is fixed in the contract
- A personal coordinator guides you from the first message to recovery
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