With Mr Reza Nassab, breast implant removal costs from £7,500 and implant removal combined with a breast uplift costs from £11,500. The final figure depends on whether the capsule is removed, how complex the surgery is and whether you need reshaping. The £150 consultation fee is charged separately.
Price: Implant removal from £7,500; implant removal and uplift from £11,500 · Consultation £150, charged separately · Full price list
Current prices
Prices are quoted as a starting point and confirmed in writing after your consultation:
- Implant removal: from £7,500.
- Implant removal and uplift: from £11,500.
You can compare these with other breast procedures on the prices page. If you are thinking about replacing rather than removing your implants, the implant exchange page explains that option.
What the fee includes
A surgical quote from Mr Nassab is designed to cover the whole episode of care rather than just the operation itself:
- Surgeon's fee: planning, the operation and Mr Nassab's personal involvement throughout.
- Anaesthetist's fee: a consultant anaesthetist for your general anaesthetic.
- Hospital and theatre: theatre time, nursing care, the recovery ward and any overnight stay that is planned.
- Garments: a post-surgical support bra fitted after the operation.
- Routine follow-up: wound checks and scheduled reviews with the team during your recovery.
Laboratory analysis of the capsule, where Mr Nassab recommends it, is discussed with you when your quote is prepared, so there are no surprises later.
The consultation fee
The consultation costs £150 and is always charged separately; it is never included in the surgical price. It gives you time with Mr Nassab to talk through why you want your implants out, to have your breasts examined and to review any scans or implant records you hold. You leave with a clear plan and a written quote, with no obligation to proceed.
Why quotes vary between patients
Two people asking about implant removal can receive quite different quotes. The main factors are:
- Capsule surgery: leaving the capsule, removing part of it, or a total or en bloc capsulectomy each take different amounts of theatre time.
- Implant condition: a ruptured silicone implant can involve more careful removal of leaked gel.
- Implant position: implants placed under the muscle can make capsule removal more involved.
- Reshaping: an uplift, fat transfer or tightening of the skin adds to the procedure.
- Length of stay: most patients go home the same day, but an overnight stay changes the hospital fee.
Paying for surgery and finance
Many patients pay for surgery in full before their operation date. Some prefer to spread the cost, and finance may be available through Chrysalis Finance. Reza Nassab Ltd acts as a credit broker, not a lender, and any agreement is subject to status and affordability checks carried out by the finance provider. Please borrow only what you can comfortably repay, and take time to read the terms before signing.
Why very cheap surgery abroad carries risk
Low headline prices for explant surgery abroad can be tempting, particularly if your original implants were placed overseas. The difficulty is aftercare. If you develop a fluid collection, bleeding or a wound problem after you fly home, you may have no easy way to be seen by the surgeon who operated. Flying soon after surgery also raises the risk of blood clots. Having your operation close to home means follow-up appointments are straightforward and the team that performed the surgery is available if you have concerns.
Is removal alone the right choice?
Cost matters, but the result matters more. Some women are happy with the shape of their breasts once implants are removed, while others find the skin loose and the breasts flatter than expected. Mr Nassab will explain honestly how your breasts are likely to look, and whether removal alone or removal with a lift suits you. Choosing the simpler operation to save money can sometimes lead to a second procedure later, which adds cost and another recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the NHS pay for cosmetic implant removal?
NHS funding for removing cosmetic implants is limited and depends on local policy and clinical need, such as a confirmed rupture. Your GP can advise on eligibility where you live.
Is the £150 consultation deducted from the surgery price?
No. The consultation fee is separate and is not included in, or deducted from, the surgical quote.
Why does removal with a lift cost more?
An uplift involves removing excess skin and reshaping the breast tissue, which takes longer in theatre and leaves additional scars, so the fee starts from £11,500.
How long is a quote valid?
Your written quote states how long it remains valid. If your plan changes, for example you decide to add an uplift, the quote is updated.
Can the capsule be sent for testing?
Yes, where it is clinically appropriate. Mr Nassab will discuss whether analysis is recommended in your case and how it affects your quote.
