How much do breast implants cost? Typically between $3,900 and $12,500 in the United States, a range that reflects differences in geography, implant type, and surgeon experience. Most patients pay around $7,964, according to recent patient-reported data from RealSelf.
You'll also see a lower figure quoted online, usually around $4,875. That's what the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reports as the average cost, but they're upfront that it excludes anesthesia, the operating room, and the implants. If a quote you're seeing looks close to that number, ask what it actually includes before you get attached to it.
The real number for you depends on where you live, the type of implant you choose, and how experienced your surgeon is. We'll break down each of those below, including what patients in Texas and here in Dallas Fort Worth typically pay.
Key Takeaways
- 💵 Total cost varies widely: Breast augmentation in the U.S. usually costs $3,900–$12,500, with a patient-reported average of about $7,964. A lower "average surgeon fee" may exclude anesthesia, implants, and operating-room charges.
- 🧾 Always request an itemized quote: A full price should account for the surgeon’s fee, implants, anesthesia, accredited facility fees, pre-operative testing, garments, and follow-up care. Low advertised prices may leave out major expenses.
- 🧬 Implant choice affects the total: Saline implants are generally the least expensive; silicone may add roughly $1,000–$1,500 per pair, while highly cohesive “gummy bear” implants may add $2,000–$3,000 compared with saline.
- 📍 Texas and DFW can cost less than the national average: Reported averages are about $6,286 in Texas and $6,895 in Dallas–Fort Worth, compared with the national average of $7,964. At Cocco Clinique MD, augmentation pricing starts at $7,300 as of July 2026.
- 🛡️ Prioritize safety and plan for future expenses: Choose an American Board of Plastic Surgery–certified surgeon and an accredited surgical facility. Cosmetic augmentation is not insurance-covered, implants do not have a fixed expiration date, and future removal or revision surgery may create additional costs.
Breast Implants: How Much Do They Cost Nationally?
There are two national numbers worth knowing, and they measure different things. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports an average cost of $4,875 for breast augmentation with implants, but they specify this excludes anesthesia, surgical facility fees, and other related expenses, functioning closer to a surgeon's fee than a true total. The average total cost, once every other expense is factored in, is $7,964, according to RealSelf patient-reported data. Neither number tells the whole story on its own, so here's what typically fills the gap between them:
| Cost Component | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Surgeon's fee | $4,000 – $8,000 |
| Anesthesia | $600 – $2,000 |
| Facility/operating room fee | $1,500 – $3,000 |
| Implants (per pair) | $1,000 – $3,000 |
| Pre-op tests, post-op garments, follow-ups | $300 – $1,000 |
These ranges reflect what most accredited practices charge, not a single published dataset, since no organization breaks the total down this granularly. Your surgeon's fee alone can land anywhere in that $4,000–$8,000 range depending on their experience and where they practice. A quote that looks unusually low is often missing one of these line items rather than reflecting a better deal.
What Affects the Price
Five factors drive most of the difference between a $4,000 quote and a $12,000 one.
- Implant type. Saline costs less than silicone, and cohesive "gummy bear" silicone costs more than both. We'll break down the exact difference next.
- Surgeon experience. A board-certified plastic surgeon with years of breast-specific experience typically charges more than a general cosmetic provider, and that fee reflects training most patients can't evaluate from a price tag alone.
- Geography. Cost of living and local demand shift prices significantly. A procedure in a major coastal metro can run thousands more than the same procedure in Texas.
- Surgical technique. A straightforward augmentation costs less than one combined with a breast lift or performed alongside liposuction. Longer, more complex surgeries mean more time in the operating room, which adds to both the surgeon's fee and the facility fee.
- Facility accreditation. Surgery performed in an accredited surgical center costs more than an unaccredited office setup, and that difference in price is often a difference in safety.
Saline vs. Silicone vs. Gummy Bear: Cost Comparison
Implant type is one of the few cost variables you could potentially control. Here's the typical price difference:
| Implant Type | Cost vs. Saline | What You're Paying For |
|---|---|---|
| Saline | Baseline | Salt-water-filled shell, the most budget-friendly option. If it ruptures, the shell simply deflates. |
| Silicone | +$1,000 – $1,500 per pair | Cohesive gel that feels closer to natural breast tissue. The higher cost reflects the material itself. |
| "Gummy Bear" (Cohesive Gel) | +$2,000 – $3,000 per pair | Form-stable, highly cohesive gel that holds its shape even if the shell is compromised. The premium option in both material and manufacturing. |
These figures reflect typical ranges reported across accredited U.S. practices rather than a single published dataset, since implant manufacturers don't disclose wholesale pricing publicly.
The difference between implant types is modest compared to your total procedure cost, which means it's one of the more manageable ways to adjust your budget without changing your surgeon, facility, or technique.
How Much Does Breast Augmentation Cost in Texas?
The average cost of breast augmentation in Texas is $6,286, according to RealSelf patient-reported data (by State). That's well below the national average of $7,964, largely due to Texas's lower cost of living and highly competitive cosmetic surgery market compared to coastal states like California and New York.
Pricing varies by city. Austin runs higher at $8,084, closer to national averages due to demand and cost of living. Houston sits at $6,815, and San Antonio at $6,405, both close to the statewide figure. Dallas Fort Worth falls in a similar range, which we'll break down next.
Choosing a board certified surgeon in Texas means access to the same level of training and safety standards as major coastal markets, without the added overhead those cities carry.
Breast Implants: How Much Do They Cost in Dallas-Fort Worth?
The average cost of breast augmentation in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area is $6,895, according to RealSelf patient-reported data (by Metropolitan areas). That puts DFW slightly above the Texas state average of $6,286, but still well below the national average of $7,964.
This range reflects the same variables covered earlier: implant type, experience of your surgeon, and whether the procedure includes a breast lift or is combined with another surgery. DFW's concentration of board-certified plastic surgeons keeps pricing competitive without sacrificing access to experienced, accredited providers.
The number above is a metro-wide average across many practices and price points. Your actual cost depends on your surgeon, your goals, and your treatment plan, which is exactly what a consultation is for.
How Much Do Breast Implants Cost at Cocco Clinique MD?
The cost of your breast implants isn't billed separately. It's built into the total price of your breast augmentation, and at Cocco Clinique MD, that typically starts at $7,300 (Current as of July 2026.)
Your final price depends on a few things: the implant type and size, whether we're combining the augmentation with a lift (breast augmentation mastopexy) or another procedure like a tummy tuck, and the surgical technique involved. These are decisions I make with you, not for you. During your consultation, we'll go over your anatomy and your goals, and you'll have the chance to try on implant sizers so you can see and feel what different cup sizes and profiles will look like on your body before we settle on anything.
For most patients, I recommend silicone implants, specifically Mentor MemoryGel, for how closely they mimic natural breast tissue. Saline remains a good option for patients with thicker upper pole tissue, where the softer feel of silicone gel implants matters less.
Combining breast augmentation with a breast lift, tummy tuck, or full mommy makeover typically lowers your total cost compared to two separate surgeries, since you're only covering one facility fee and one round of anesthesia.
Part of what you're paying for is precision technique. My approach is built around next-day recovery, which most patients don't find with augmentation elsewhere.
Breast augmentation is a cosmetic procedure and isn't covered by insurance. We offer flexible payment plans through trusted third-party financing partners to help make the cost more manageable.
The number above is a starting point, not a quote. When you come in for a consultation with me, a board-certified female plastic surgeon in Dallas, I'll walk you through your options and give you a personalized estimate based on your goals and anatomy.
If you're considering cosmetic breast augmentation surgery or want to talk through your implant options, we'd love to hear from you. Reach out to our Dallas office below to ask questions or schedule a consultation.
How to Evaluate a Quote (Red Flags Checklist)
A low quote isn't always a good deal. Here's what to check before you sign anything.
- 🚩 The quote only lists a surgeon's fee. If anesthesia, facility fees, and implants aren't itemized separately, ask why. A number that looks too good is often missing something.
- 🚩 The facility isn't accredited. Surgery should happen in an AAAASF, AAAHC, or hospital-accredited facility. If a provider can't name their accreditation, that's a problem.
- 🚩 The provider isn't a board-certified plastic surgeon. Board certification through the American Board of Plastic Surgery means years of specific surgical training. General cosmetic surgeons and non-surgeons can legally perform some procedures without it.
- 🚩 There's no mention of revision policy. Ask what happens if you need a correction for complications such as a capsular contracture.
- 🚩 The price feels rushed or pressured. A surgeon who hasn't examined you in person shouldn't be giving you a final number. Anything quoted sight unseen is an estimate, not a real price.
Before booking, verify any surgeon's credentials through CertificationMatters.org, the official lookup tool for board certification.
The True Lifetime Cost: Revision & Replacement
Breast implants aren't designed to last forever, but they're also not on a fixed replacement schedule. According to the Mayo Clinic, many implants last 10 to 15 years or longer without issue, and there's no medical requirement to replace them automatically at the 10-year mark if they're structurally sound and you're not experiencing any changes.
Over time, though, factors like normal wear, capsular contracture, or shifts in your body from aging, weight changes, or pregnancy can make revision or removal worth considering. It helps to know these are two different procedures with two different costs.
Breast Explants
Explant is implant removal only, with no replacement. At Cocco Clinique MD, breast explant surgery typically ranges from $6,300 to $8,200, which includes anesthesia, facility fees, and post-op / follow-up care. Nationally, RealSelf reports an average total cost of around $8,440 for explant, with the Texas average at $8,664, which puts our pricing below both.
Breast Revision
Revision is corrective surgery, whether that means treating capsular contracture, adjusting implant size, or addressing other changes. Breast revision surgery cost varies more than initial surgery because the scope of the correction varies so much from patient to patient, so we don't quote a starting price for it the way we do for a first-time augmentation.
Reported national averages vary depending on the source: RealSelf patient-reported data on breast revision costs puts the average at $11,021 (range $5,000 to $21,999, Texas average $9,858), while breast revision data cited by CareCredit shows a lower average of $8,663 (range $3,500 to $15,500, Texas average $9,819). The gap likely comes down to what's being measured, patient-reported outcomes tend to include more complex, higher-cost cases than a broader financing-based average. Either way, revision typically costs more than a primary augmentation due to the added complexity of working around existing scar tissue.
If capsular contracture is what's bringing you here, our capsular contracture treatment page has more detail on what that involves and how it's treated. For anything else, the most accurate way to know your cost is a consultation.
Financing Options for Breast Implants
Breast implants are a cosmetic procedure, so they aren't covered by insurance, and we don't offer in-house financing. What we do offer is access to trusted third-party partners, including Cherry, Alphaeon, and CareCredit, so you can spread the cost over time instead of paying it all upfront.
One detail most practices don't mention: full payment is due 10 business days before your surgery date. That's not a Cocco Clinique MD policy, it's standard across the industry, but it's easy to miss until you're already deep into planning. If you're financing part or all of your procedure, get your application in early enough that approval and funding land before that deadline.
Does Insurance Cover Breast Implants?
No, not when the procedure is elective. Breast augmentation for cosmetic reasons is not covered by insurance, and Cocco Clinique MD is a fully cosmetic practice, so this applies across the board here.
There's one exception worth knowing about, even if it doesn't apply to elective augmentation. The Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act (WHCRA) requires most health plans that cover mastectomies to also cover breast reconstruction afterward, including implants, flap reconstruction, surgery on the opposite breast for symmetry, and treatment of related complications. That coverage exists specifically for reconstruction following a mastectomy or lumpectomy, not for augmentation performed to change or enhance your appearance outside of that context.
If your goal is cosmetic, plan for this to be an out-of-pocket investment. That's what the financing options above are for.
Final Thoughts
Breast implant cost isn't one number, it's the sum of your surgeon's fee, anesthesia, facility, and implant choice, all shaped by your goals and your anatomy. National averages and Texas pricing give you a starting point, but the only way to get an accurate number for your situation is a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can examine you and understand what you're looking for.
Whatever you decide, ask for an itemized quote, confirm your provider's board certification, and make sure your facility is accredited. Those three things matter more than the number on the page.
If you're in the Dallas Fort Worth area and considering breast augmentation, feel free to reach out using the form above. We're happy to answer questions, no pressure to book anything.
Breast Implant Cost (FAQs)
How long will a breast implant last?
Many implants last 10 to 15 years or longer without any issues. There's no fixed expiration date, and replacement isn't automatically necessary if your implants are structurally sound and you're not noticing any changes.
Does insurance pay for breast implants?
Not for elective breast augmentation. The only exception is reconstruction following a mastectomy, which is covered under the Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act, but that doesn't apply to cosmetic procedures.
How much is a boob job?
Breast augmentation typically costs $3,900 to $12,500 nationally, with most patients paying around $7,964. At Cocco Clinique MD, pricing starts at $7,300.
What’s the cheapest type of breast implant?
Saline implants are the most budget-friendly option. Silicone typically costs $1,000 to $1,500 more per pair, and cohesive "gummy bear" implants cost $2,000 to $3,000 more than saline.
How much does breast augmentation cost in Texas?
The Texas average is $6,286, below the national average of $7,964. Dallas Fort Worth runs slightly higher at $6,895, still well under the national number.
About The Author
Jennyfer Faridy Cocco, MD
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Cocco is a Female Plastic Surgeon practicing in Dallas / Fort Worth since 2009. She is constantly refining her skills in cosmetic surgery by training with internationally renowned aesthetic surgeons through various traveling apprenticeships. Dr. Cocco also regularly attends seminars and conventions, both in the U.S. and Europe. She continues her education and stay up-to-date with the latest advances in the medical and cosmetic field.