The cost for breast enhancement surgery in San Francisco is often a little higher than other parts of the country. There is variation in prices from one plastic surgeon to another as well. In San Francisco and in California generally, the number of women selecting plastic surgery is higher than many other parts of the nation. As a result, California has many very skillful cosmetic surgeons and San Francisco is no exception.

The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reported in 2005 that the national average price for breast augmentation was $3583 for saline implants and $4,005 for silicone implants. This fee however only includes the physician's fee and the cost of the implants. It did not include other costs such as hospital, anesthesiology, other medical supplies, pre and post operative care, etc.

It is not possible to provide an exact price without seeing a surgeon due to specific issues that are unique to each person.

Included here are approximate fees for breast enhancement surgery in and around San Francisco. In this case a number of Board Certified Plastic Surgeons provided estimates for the total cost of various procedures. These quotes are all inclusive of hospital and other charges. In addition to these fees, there is generally a fee for the first visit consultation. This is normally included with the total charge if you choose that doctor to perform the surgery.

Breast Augmentation: Silicone implants- from $7,000 to $8,000 Saline implants- from $5,500 to $6,600

Breast Lift- $5,500 to $8,200

Breast Lift and Augmentation- $8,500 to $10,000

Breast Implant Revision and Replacement- $5,200 to $10,200

Breast Reduction- $6,400 to $9,700

Choose your surgeon carefully, ask friends who have had cosmetic procedures and do your research to be sure the physician you choose will be best for you. There are online sources of information about physicians such as Healthgrades.com that have some valuable information. Price is a consideration but other factors are also very important.