Breast surgery is the most commonly performed cosmetic procedure in the UK. For many patients, it delivers the results they hoped for. For others, it results in pain, disfigurement, infection, or complications that require further surgery — complications that should not have occurred, or that a competent surgeon should have identified and prevented. When cosmetic [...]

The 45 55 rule for breasts is an aesthetic guideline used by cosmetic surgeons to achieve natural, balanced results in breast surgery. It describes the ideal distribution of breast volume either side of the nipple: approximately 45% of the breast should sit above the nipple and 55% below it. This ratio has become one of [...]

Breast surgery can deliver results that improve confidence and comfort — but it is still surgery, and surgery comes with risks. Some issues are minor and temporary, while others can become long-term problems that affect your health, appearance, or require additional corrective procedures. This guide explains the most common complications of breast surgery, the symptoms [...]