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Transumbilical Breast Augmentation

Endoscopic surgeries are minimally invasive procedures that involve a small camera and specially designed endoscopic instruments. The endoscope has proven to be an invaluable instrument for cosmetic plastic surgeons. Endoscopic surgeries are performed with a tiny lighted camera that is inserted into the surgical site through a tiny incision. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons the scars are smaller and less visible and the after effects of surgery are minimized to some extent. The less visible scars and quicker recovery times are a result of smaller incisions and less trauma to the body when compared to traditional plastic surgery methods. Endoscopic surgery is used in a variety of cosmetic surgical procedures. One of the most common of these procedures is breast augmentation.

Endoscopic Transaxillary Breast Augmentation

Endoscopic transaxillary breast augmentation has been available for over ten years, but not every cosmetic surgeon possesses the specialized training or instruments that are required. An incision is made in the natural folds of the underarm area and a channel is created up to the breast with the endoscopic instrument. The implant is inserted into the channel and guided through and positioned and centered behind the nipple.

Endoscopic Transumbilical Breast Augmentation

A TUBA or transumbilical breast augmentation refers to the incision being made on the edge of a fold in the belly button. An endoscope then creates a channel to the breast and the implant is inserted and moved up into the breast area and positioned and centered behind the nipple.

Advantages of Endoscopic Breast Augmentation

  • Shorter recovery time than traditional method
  • Bleeding, swelling and bruising are greatly reduced
  • Performed on an out-patient basis under local anesthetic

Each individual's situation is unique and the endoscopic breast augmentation method may or may not be best for you. This can only be determined by your cosmetic surgeon after a thorough examination and consultation with you.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Has anyone had TUBA or Transumbilical Breast Augmentation?
    It seems less risky and I have heard that normal augmentation through the nipple could leave the nipple damaged with no feeling. Any input? Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      I have never had this procedure but am writing because I have the link to a site that may help you find even more information. (You will need to copy and paste the link to the address bar of your browser because of issues with links that get posted in answers not working) The link is at:

      http://forums.obgyn.net/womens-health

  2. QUESTION:
    About how much is the procedure for TUBA (Transumbilical Breast Augmentation)?

    • ANSWER:
      it depends. some places offer 9

  3. QUESTION:
    Is "Transumbilical Breast Augmentation "available anywhere in Europe?
    I have a keen interest in TUBA surgery but unfortunately I can't find any information, which proves that it's available outside USA. If anyone knows more about it, please contact me.
    thanx

    • ANSWER:
      check this link, it's in central america, tho, but he's known to be one of the best worldwide, and is recognizied by the american board of plastic surgeons
      http://www.guate.net/cirujanosplasticos/
      Dr, E. Rossell

  4. QUESTION:
    Im interested in Transumbilical Breast Augmentation has anyone had them done?
    I need to know the cost and details on your own experience with this procedure. Please no ignorant peoples criticism! I live in nyc and i was thinking of financing them. Do you know any place that offers financing for this procedure in my area? thanks any help would be appreciated!
    I am a model and im thinking of auditioning for victoria secret my friend knows one of their photographers so hes going to put in a good word for me but the first thing he told me was I had to get this done!
    lol jew bosses ??? you are ignorant!! did you read my question? i said no ignorant peoples criticism!!

    • ANSWER:
      Hi, dont listen to that dumba$$. People can be so retarded. I live in Miami but i know the cost here is about 5-6 grand. I havent had one myself but my cousin did and she got it thru her areola. Im sorry i cant be of much help =/ but they look great tho =]

  5. QUESTION:
    So I'm thinking of doing breast augmentation, but I'm 19, and I want to have kids. Is this safe on my breasts?
    I'm not sure that if you get nerve damage in your breasts when you do it, and I would rather not get it if there was no way to feed your child when you gave birth to them. I was wondering if Transumbilical Breast Augmentation Surgery wouldn't cause damage to the breasts. Is there even a difference? I'm getting married in 5 months, and I think by then I'll be ready to have kids because I've been dating for 3 years. Could some one explain me the differences in breast augmentation and if I should do it if I want to breast feed? Thanks.

    • ANSWER:
      "It's likely, but it depends on the kind of surgery you had. Incisions made under the fold of the breast or through the armpit shouldn't cause any trouble. The most popular method, making a "smile" incision around the areola, puts you at greater risk for problems.

      There's no evidence that silicone from silicone implants leaks into breast milk, but even if it did, it probably wouldn't harm your baby. Silicone is very similar to a substance used to treat babies' stomach gas."

      I had mine done under the fold of the breast for this reason. You shouldn't have a problem. I did research before I had mine because of the same thing.

  6. QUESTION:
    Need feed back on Breast augmentation?
    Has anyone had a breast augmentation done with the transumbilical procedure? What did you think of it? Please give me all info on this. Recovery, does it look good etc....

    • ANSWER:
      Looks great ..................feels even better!

  7. QUESTION:
    Saline or Silicone?
    Which is better. I know Silicone feels more natural but I wanted to get the Transumbilical Breast Augmentation so you can only get Saline.

    • ANSWER:
      Both can have negative health affects. Saline has proven to be less problematic, although it too can lead to negative health implacations. The only reason Silicone was brought back is because they feel real, not because they are safe. Becareful.

  8. QUESTION:
    Breast Agumentation: which type of incision has the best results, recovery time, etc.?
    I am looking into having a breast augmentation, I am doing research so hopefully I will make the right decision. And I know all of it depends on the plastic surgeon and what is best for my body. But I wanted real people opinions. What type of incision seems to do better as in recovery time and what type of incision has the best all around results. Inframmary Incision (under the breast right at the rib cage), transaxillary incision (under the armpit), or the TUBA incision (transumbilical or through the belly button). I know there are other options these are just the three Im willing to do. The only people I know that have had the procedure done have went with the armpit incision so I wanted opinions on the other choices.
    Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thank You in advance.

    • ANSWER:


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