How much does breast fat grafting in Sydney cost?

Like all surgical procedures, a breast augmentation with fat transfer in Sydney involves care by multiple different medical professionals, as well as the use of hospital operating facilities and a variety of equipment and supplies. That means there are a few different elements to take into consideration when billing for a fat transfer to the breast. The total fees for a breast augmentation by fat transfer in Sydney include:

•    The Surgeon’s Fee (+/- Assistant’s fee)
•    The Anaesthetist’s Fee
•    The Hospital/ Facility Fee (includes both Day Surgery Accommodation & Theatre Fee)
•    Any disposable equipment + Post Surgery Garments

The total fee for a breast augmentation by fat grafting can vary somewhat between patients, depending on the time required and your choice of hospital. When you visit your Specialist Plastic Surgeon in Sydney for your consultation, you will receive a more detailed and personalised estimate of what the costs will be for your breast augmentation.

Estimated total cost for a fat grafting breast augmentation in Sydney

Total costs for a breast augmentation with fat transfer in Sydney are approximately:-

From $12,000.00 incl. GST for an ideal candidate

In most cases, breast augmentation (by implants or fat transfer) is considered a cosmetic procedure. This means it is not covered by medical insurance and therefore no money can be claimed back from your private health fund or Medicare to help cover the cost of your breast fat grafting in Sydney. Certain breast shapes (such as tuberous breast) may qualify for a Medicare item number for correction of breast shape.

Changes in Federal Laws regarding cosmetic surgery came into effect on 1st July 2023. Any procedure that is deemed cosmetic (as most cases of fat transfer to the breasts will be) will require 2 pre-operative consultations and screening for Body Dysmorphic Disorder prior the the operation.

The facility fees vary from place to place and over time, and this can affect your overall costs for the procedure. We are aware that finances are a significant consideration for many patients, and we do our best to keep your costs as low as possible. We are vigilant in watching for options that will save our patients money but we will never compromise results or safety to save money. It’s worth paying the cost for a procedure by a Specialist Plastic Surgeon in an accredited hospital to minimise your risks.

Keep in mind that the above cost is only an estimate. Dr Gavin Sandercoe cannot predict your exact costs for your breast augmentation with fat transfer in Sydney without examining you and determining your personal situation. To get a more personalised cost estimate for your breast augmentation, a consultation with your Specialist Plastic Surgeon is necessary.

*Prices effective as of June 2023