Affordability – How Much Does Plastic Surgery Cost?

Cosmetic Surgery in Charleston, SC

Plastic surgery used to be only for the rich or very famous, but now it has become much more accessible for the general public. The real cost of plastic surgery has come down considerably even in just the last decade. Now plastic surgery is available to virtually anyone who desires it.

Approximate Costs of Procedures

There are several places to find estimates and averages of the costs for plastic surgery procedures, including the website of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS). These can be used for general planning purposes, to help you decide generally whether you might be able to afford a particular plastic surgery procedure. However, like many medical procedures, it is important to get real estimates based on the exact procedure you will need. There are many subtle variations on any given procedure, and every variation can affect the cost. The only way to find out what your plastic surgery is likely to cost is by scheduling a consultation with a plastic surgeon.

How to Use Cost to Make a Decision

Cost should be an important factor in deciding when or whether to have a plastic surgery procedure, but it should not be used as a major factor in deciding who should perform your plastic surgery. When undergoing plastic surgery, you are putting your body, your health, and your expectations in the hands of a doctor—it is not worth taking a risk to save a few dollars. You should also not select a doctor simply because he is the most expensive. Charging more does not guarantee he is the best. Instead, pick the doctor whose training, expertise, and previous results give you the most confidence. See How to Choose a Cosmetic Surgeon for more information.

Comparing Surgical and Nonsurgical Costs

The recent growth in nonsurgical procedures is partly due to their increased effectiveness and versatility, but it is also due to a perception that they are cheaper. For some people, nonsurgical procedures can be a good option, but before you make a decision based on cost alone, you should make sure you are comparing true costs. If, for example, you want BOTOX® Cosmetic injections only for a special occasion like a wedding or class reunion, it may be the best option, but over time the cost of BOTOX® Cosmetic, which will have to be re-administered about every four months, may be comparable to a forehead lift, which can give results that last up to ten years.

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To learn more about the cost of a plastic surgery procedure you are considering, please call or email Port City Plastic Surgery today.