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1. What is the difference between a TUBA and a traditional breast augmentation? What does "TUBA" stand for?
2. I have heard that the TUBA procedure is scarless, it this true?
3. Is there much pain involved with a TUBA?
4. Can I have implants placed behind (under) the pectoral muscle with TUBA?
5. I have heard that visible "tracks" can be seen after this procedure. Is this true?
6. Is asymmetry common with the trans-umbilical approach?
7. Is there usually a milder healing phase associated with TUBA than with traditional methods?
8. Is it true that having a trans-umbilical breast augmentation voids the warranty issued by breast implant manufacturers?
9. I have my navel pierced, will I need to remove it before surgery? Will I have to let it close up afterwards?
10. Is TUBA usually more expensive than traditional incision placements?
11. If I have a rupture, can I have my implants replaced through the navel as well?
12. Can I have a breast lift AND TUBA?
13. Can I get silicone gel or cohesive silicone gel implants with TUBA?
14. I have heard the chance of infection is lessened with TUBA. Is this true?
15. Why don't more surgeons perform TUBA?
16. Someone told me that TUBA is not FDA -approved, is this true?
17. My surgeon told me that TUBA is dangerous and not a good procedure and that only uncertified surgeons perform it.
18. I was told that TUBA can cause internal bleeding and that I can die from having an artery cut during this "blind" procedure. This scares me, is it true?
19. Can I get very large implants with TUBA?
20. Where can I view photos and read journals of real TUBA patients?