Even though breast enlargement surgery is a well-established procedure, it's still surgery and there are always risks. If you have never had surgery, you need to get mentally prepared for the pain and recovery time.

The costs of breast enlargement surgery are not covered by medical insurance if the procedure is elective (your choice) instead of "medically necessary." How will you pay for this?

Some surgical groups may have a payment plan where you can finance the enlargement of your breasts. If not, are you willing to take out a second mortgage to pay for breast enlargement since banks don't loan on surgery?

You'll also lose money during time you're out of work during recovery. You might use vacation time. If it takes longer than that, you can request family medical leave time but you won't be paid.

The best idea is to plan for breast enlargement surgery well ahead of time.

Get a few months ahead of bills as a cushion in case recovery takes longer than expected. Planning will reduce the stress of your choice.

Breast enlargement surgery is so popular that you can hardly open a women's magazine or even drive down a major metropolitan expressway without seeing several ads for plastic surgeons offering this procedure. This is a serious surgery, so shop for the right surgeon as carefully as you shop for your car or your home.

Start by reading online about the breast enlargement procedure. You can find sites with videos showing the process. Jot down questions that come to mind. Then take your questions and make consultation appointments with at least four plastic surgeons.

Many of these doctors have websites, so ask for the website URL when you call the office. Or you may have found the surgeon from an online search. Take time to study the before and after photos of patients.

Reputable surgeons offer an initial consultation to determine if what you want is reasonable and what it will cost. Breast enlargement surgery is expensive and not covered by medical insurance unless it is "medically necessary."

Ask for background information on the surgeon. Will the doctor who is the big name on the practice be the one who actually does your surgery or will it be done by an associate with less experience? Are you ok with that?

Choose a board certified doctor who holds current credentials with a recognized group such as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Know what to expect and who to trust before agreeing to breast enlargement surgery.

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