When planning for breast augmentation, most women devote their time to thinking about their ideal breast size. However, most breast augmentation patients tend to disregard the importance of breast shape until the moment they show up for their initial consultations with their cosmetic surgeons. Deciding on an ideal shape is often just as important as choosing a size when you’re interested in having breast augmentation.

Breast augmentation, which is a long-time favorite cosmetic procedure, is no longer the focus of cosmetic surgeons nationwide based on the latest statistics released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. According to the recent report, the number of buttock augmentations have increased by 15 percent from the previous year, while buttock implants increased by 98 percent and buttock lifts rose by 44 percent.

Breast augmentation is a big decision that shouldn’t be made lightly. Many women feel the need to increase their breast size to correct unevenness, and to improve their confidence and proportions. This was certainly the case for Big Bang Theory star Kaley Cuoco, who recently told Redbook that she doesn’t regret her breast implants.

Now that you’ve made the decision to have breast augmentation, you may be feeling a mix of emotions that range from excitement to nervousness. Along with these feelings, you may also be wondering how to talk to your friends and family about your decision. Will they support you? Will they wonder why you are making such a decision? Do you even have to tell them? Ultimately, talking to family and friends about your breast augmentation is your choice, just as having surgery is your choice; however, it is probably a good idea to discuss your decision with friends and family since they are likely to notice the change in your appearance, not to mention your recovery.