3 weeks post op and my belly button is flat with my tummy. The doctor and I discussed my belly button prior to surgery. He said he gives natural looking belly buttons. All his before and afters, of other patients, have innies, like I want. So, is it possible this perfectly round belly button will sink and not remain flat? Looks the same as day 1.
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I appreciate your question.The swelling is making the belly button sunken in.Give it time.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz
Thanks for your question. There should not be any issues with this if the hysterectomy is being performed more than a year after your tummy tuck. I would followup with your plastic surgeon 4-6 months after the procedure for a checkup if you have concerns. All the best.
Thank you for the question. The changes you have described are very normal in the post op period you are in. You are still in the early stages of the healing process. In the initial phase after surgery, within the first three months, there is a period of inflammation and scarring that must...
