Is my Belly Button Normal, I Had a Full Tummy Tuck? (photo)

asked 4 months ago by SMP1996 in Hawaii
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: belly button, normal, scar tissue

I had stretch marks from pregnancy and underwent full tummy tuck. Results of stretch mark removal is great but I am more ashamed of my appearance with this belly button and will not dare wear a bikini. Original PS not responsive, did not have follow up visit etc... Went to additional PS, they state that this is NOT normal and cost to fix is high? What is in the range of "normal appearance" for this?

8 answers to Is my Belly Button Normal, I Had a Full Tummy Tuck? (photo)

Scarring around belly button

You may want to talk to your surgeon about injections, creams or laser treatments that may help improve your scarring. If all else fails, you may require a revision of the umbilicus, called an umtilicoplasty.

Brent Moelleken, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

www.drbrent.com

Belly Button Revision after Tummy Tuck

Thank you for your question and photo. I believe that you would benefit from revisionary surgery to improve the appearance of your belly button. I do not know how long ago you had your tummy tuck surgery but a physical examination is key before discussing the exact procedure with you. Visit with well experienced plastic surgeon's who can show you examples of their work. Best Wishes! see video

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

Ugly Belly Button after Tummy Tuck Surgery

I'm truly sorry for your appearance. Creating an attractive belly button takes a few minutes longer but is extremely important. Why do women wear clothing which reveals the belly button? Why do some women have a belly button jewelry piercing? Because the belly button and, especally a sexy belly button is the focal point in the abdomen to which the observant eyes are commonly attracted. The attractive belly button is - recessed ( an innie) - oval shaped - a slight... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Belly Button After Tummy Tuck

This really gets to the heart of the tummy tuck. After all once that extra skin/fat is removed and the tummy looks nice and flat the focal point becomes the belly button. And unfortunately, from what I've seen, most plastic surgeons don't spend the necessary time making a nice, new belly button; it's almost like it's an afterthought. Most surgeons just cut a circle or oval in the skin and stitch the belly button to it. To achieve a feminine belly button... more

Christopher L. Hess, MD
Fairfax Plastic Surgeon

Is my Belly Button Normal, I Had a Full Tummy Tuck? (photo)

Based upon the photos the revision is very detailed and should have a fee. It is a wonder why your original PS has not addressed this with you? Was he/she a boarded PS? Sorry for your umbilical issues. Most likely due to the operative plan of the first surgeon.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

How to improve belly button result after tummy tuck.

Since all belly buttons are different to start with, they tend to all be different after tummy tuck, multiplied by the fact that each plastic surgeon may choose a different incision pattern or "design" for his or her operative technique. Being relatively slim with a thin fatty layer also makes it a bit harder to conceal your umbilical incision deeper within an "innie" belly button configuration--there's little depth to create a nice funnel-shaped belly button with... more

Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS
Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

www.mpsmn.com

Ashamed of my belly button (photo)

Looks like relatively straightforward office revision to improve belly button appearance. Regarding cost, in my market, this would cost between $500 and $1000 for Board Certified Plastic Surgeon to improve.

Steve Laverson, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

feelbeautiful.com

Is my Belly Button Normal, I Had a Full Tummy Tuck? (photo)

I agree that your belly button should be more presentable after an abdominoplasty. You do not state how long ago you underwent your procedure. Whatever the interval you can be confident that your scars will continue to mature and will eventually become flat and white. However, while the umbilicus may shrink a bit, it is unlikely to be transformed. If you presented to my office I would discuss a belly button revision under local anesthesia. I believe it is incumbent on plastic... more