From 2 published prices, checked October 2026.
Cosmetic surgery isn't routinely provided on the NHS.
What is fat transfer to the breasts?
Fat transfer (fat grafting) uses liposuction to take fat from one part of the body and inject it into another, here to add volume to the breasts without implants. Some of the transferred fat is usually reabsorbed.
Published UK prices
| Provider | Price as published | |
|---|---|---|
| Cadogan Clinic, London | from £6,995 with liposuction from 1 area, up to £10,995 for 5 areas | Source |
| Centre for Surgery, London | from £7,000 (breasts) | Source |
"From" and guide prices as published by each provider, checked October 2026. Your final price depends on your surgeon, the technique, the hospital and what's included, so always ask for a written, all-inclusive quote.
What affects the price?
- The surgeon and hospital: experienced surgeons and central London hospitals usually charge more.
- The technique: more extensive procedures, or combining procedures, cost more.
- Anaesthetic and stay: general anaesthetic and overnight stays add to the cost compared with local anaesthetic, day-case surgery.
- What's included: check whether the consultation, implants or garments, follow-up appointments and any revision surgery are in the price.
Recovery
The NHS says you may want to take a couple of weeks off work. (NHS)
Will the NHS or health insurance pay?
Usually not. The NHS says cosmetic surgery isn't routinely provided, though it may occasionally be offered for physical or psychological health reasons. Reconstructive surgery, for example after a mastectomy, is often available on the NHS.
Private medical insurance also excludes cosmetic surgery. Some policies do pay for surgery to restore appearance after an accident or cancer treatment. Bupa, for example, covers eligible restorative operations after an accident, cancer surgery or preventive surgery. Read more in our cancer cover guide.
Choosing a surgeon safely
- Check your surgeon is on the GMC register. Only registered doctors can perform cosmetic surgery in England.
- Check the hospital or clinic is registered with the CQC (in England). You can find CQC-rated private hospitals in our private hospitals directory.
- Some surgeons hold Royal College of Surgeons cosmetic surgery certification, a national standard for specific procedures.
- Your consultation should be with the surgeon who will operate, and you should be given time to think before you agree (a cooling-off period).
- Don't pay before your consultation, and be wary of time-limited deals or pressure to book immediately.
Read our full guide: how to choose a cosmetic surgeon safely.
Questions and answers
How much does fat transfer to the breasts cost in the UK?
Fat transfer to the breasts typically costs £7,000–£11,000 in the UK, based on prices published by private hospitals and clinics in October 2026. Fat transfer to the face is usually priced at consultation.
How long is recovery after fat transfer to the breasts?
The NHS says you may want to take a couple of weeks off work.
Can I get fat transfer to the breasts on the NHS?
Usually not. Cosmetic surgery isn't routinely provided on the NHS, though it may occasionally be offered for physical or psychological health reasons. Ask your GP if you think you might qualify.
Does health insurance cover fat transfer to the breasts?
No. Private medical insurance excludes cosmetic surgery. Some policies cover surgery to restore appearance after an accident or cancer treatment.
How do I check a cosmetic surgeon?
Check the surgeon is on the GMC register and the hospital or clinic is registered with the CQC (in England). Some surgeons hold Royal College of Surgeons cosmetic surgery certification. Meet the surgeon who will operate, and take time to think before you agree.
Other cosmetic procedure costs
- Breast augmentation
- Breast reduction
- Breast uplift (mastopexy)
- Breast implant removal or replacement
- Inverted nipple correction
- All 25 procedures