Breast enlargement surgery has been around for a long time, in fact almost 100 years. However it is only now that the surgery has finally come of age, with the procedure almost universally considered to be safe and long-lasting. I have been working as a cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgeon in London for many years having first obtained my medical degree and then had significan experience in general surgery. The memberships of some of the world's most prestigious esthetic surgery fellowhips soon followed. But breast enlargement surgery is a speciality, requiring special skills, not just in surgical techniques but also in artistry. This is essential in achieving the most natural-looking results possible. So you must understand that cosmetic breast surgery is as much an art as a science. And not every surgeon makes it at this high level. So next time one of your friends admits to having had breast enlargement, ask if you can take a close look (politely of course!) - is it well done? is it natural? symmetrical? Interestingly enough, it is rare for both breasts to be totally symmetrical to begin with.. so don't expect this to be corrected too!