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?
Answer: 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.
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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!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Belly Button Revision It is unfortunate that your original plastic surgeon is unresponsive. You may want to consider surgery to correct the appearance of your belly button. The cost of this depends on the surgeon and area you are located, but is normally a few thousand dollars. Best of luck
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Belly Button Revision It is unfortunate that your original plastic surgeon is unresponsive. You may want to consider surgery to correct the appearance of your belly button. The cost of this depends on the surgeon and area you are located, but is normally a few thousand dollars. Best of luck
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Answer: 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.
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Answer: 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.
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January 30, 2012
Answer: 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 "hidden" incisions.
And, it's even harder now that you have a large oval scar that shows so much.
Umbilicoplasty (revision of the belly button) IS possible, and it can be performed under local anesthesia, so costs need not be great. This is no simple little re-do procedure, however; some degree of compromise must be taken into account and your plastic surgeon SHOULD address your post-op concern. Perhaps unresponsiveness is your doctor's way of saying "I don't really know how to improve this very well."
If this is true, it sounds as if you need consultation with several more ABPS-certified plastic surgeons in order to find better answers and options. I utilize a modified chevron (inverted-V) umbilical design in my own tummy tuck operations; this may not be possible now, but there are choices to be made after in-person examination.
In the meantime, avoidance of any kind of ultraviolet exposure (sun OR tanning bed) is absolutely recommended, or the scar may turn brown permanently. This should be continued until the scar pinkness has faded over 6-12 months. Best wishes!
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Answer: 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 "hidden" incisions.
And, it's even harder now that you have a large oval scar that shows so much.
Umbilicoplasty (revision of the belly button) IS possible, and it can be performed under local anesthesia, so costs need not be great. This is no simple little re-do procedure, however; some degree of compromise must be taken into account and your plastic surgeon SHOULD address your post-op concern. Perhaps unresponsiveness is your doctor's way of saying "I don't really know how to improve this very well."
If this is true, it sounds as if you need consultation with several more ABPS-certified plastic surgeons in order to find better answers and options. I utilize a modified chevron (inverted-V) umbilical design in my own tummy tuck operations; this may not be possible now, but there are choices to be made after in-person examination.
In the meantime, avoidance of any kind of ultraviolet exposure (sun OR tanning bed) is absolutely recommended, or the scar may turn brown permanently. This should be continued until the scar pinkness has faded over 6-12 months. Best wishes!
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January 30, 2012
Answer: 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.
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Answer: 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.
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